Dexter Axles
Most newer trailers come with Dexter EasyLube Axles. These are supposed to simplify the requirement to lube the bearings every 12 months by applying grease to the Zerk fitting. However, most "experts"...
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I have them on my 5er - and annually pull and inspect them.
the rubber plug on them routinely breaks down and I have to replace it.
A couple of years ago, i had checked the plugs and they were ok, but when I arrive at my destination, two had broken and that meant dirt could have contaminated the bearings.
Off came the tires, repacked the bearings after a good cleaning to be sure no dirt got inside of them.
I like the idea, but in reality the old school checking and packing annually reduces the amount of excess grease the will expand with heat to a minimum. And, as others have said, it'll foul your drum brakes if it expands too much.
the rubber plug on them routinely breaks down and I have to replace it.
A couple of years ago, i had checked the plugs and they were ok, but when I arrive at my destination, two had broken and that meant dirt could have contaminated the bearings.
Off came the tires, repacked the bearings after a good cleaning to be sure no dirt got inside of them.
I like the idea, but in reality the old school checking and packing annually reduces the amount of excess grease the will expand with heat to a minimum. And, as others have said, it'll foul your drum brakes if it expands too much.
