Can Bearing Buddies be Used on Utility Trailer

Updated 07/12/2017 | Published 07/11/2017

Question:

Is there any reason not to put Bearing Buddies on a utility trailer?

asked by: Alex

Helpful Expert Reply:

As long as you find the correct Bearing Buddy fit for the hub for your utility trailer there's no reason not to. Only reason it wouldn't be needed is if you have EZ lube spindles that have a zerk grease fitting on the end of them.

In order to pick out the correct bearing buddy you will need know the pilot hole of your hub. To do this, remove the wheel and tire and remove the grease cap from the center of the hub. Usually it is a metal cap that is just lightly hammered into place. Use a screwdriver to pry off the cap.

Clean the grease off and measure the opening. I have included a video demonstrating the Bearing Buddy.

The Bearing Buddies # BB1980A-SS that you referenced are for hubs with a 1.98 inch hub bore.

expert reply by: Jameson C