How do you Install a Grease Seal After Replacing Bearings or Re-Packing Grease
Updated 08/10/2010 | Published 08/09/2010
Question:
after grease seal is removed. what is proper way to reinstall. thanks
asked by: jay v
Expert Reply:
The seals should be replaced each time you re-pack the bearings. When you take the hub or drum apart, toss the old seal and use a fresh one when you reassemble and pack with new grease.
It install the new seal, gently tap it in a hammer, evenly working around the seal.
We have a really good video on removing, disassembling, greasing and re-assembling a drum that will be very helpful. The seal install portion can be found at the 10:50 mark.
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