How to Pack Grease On Trailer Hub with EZ Lube Spindle

Published 06/23/2016

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Question:

When repacking bearings on ez lube spindles is it necessary to fill the hub with grease when putting back together?

asked by: Mark

Helpful Expert Reply:

When you are assembling the hub components you want to make sure you fill every space of the bearings with grease like part # L11465. To make this easier you can use a bearing packer like part # L70025. If you do not have one, you can use a grease gun like part # L30200. After you have packed the bearings you will want to apply a thin layer of grease to the spindle before installing the remaining parts.

Then, insert your bearings and grease seal in the hub and mount your hub on your spindle. You should slowly pump grease into the spindle. As you pump grease into the spindle, you can rotate the hub so it allows the grease to be applied evenly.

You will want to continue to pump grease till you see the outer bearing move or you see grease coming out through the outer bearing. You want to be careful not to blow out the grease seal. You can then install the remaining parts.

I have attached a helpful article that explains how to replace and install bearings, races, and seals.

expert reply by: Jameson C