Taking temp readings on the rim in between the lug nuts, using a IR thermometer from Radio Shack. Bearings are packed with Mobile 1 synthetic. After packing the bearings I also adjusted the breaks,adjusted until I could not turn wheel then backed off...
Took her out for a 40 mile spin today lots of breaking in city traffic, temps were between 150f-170f degrees on all of the wheels & hubs. What would be an acceptable temp. range?
Just repacked today, one question did not soak bearings in cleaner, sprayed off with cleaner then dried with towels. Used a bearing packer seen some old grease oozing out and hopefully cleaner too. Have not pulled trailer yet just wondering if I shou...
