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.

expert reply by: Patrick B