Troubleshooting Leak on Trailer Axle
Published 07/14/2017
Question:
I have noticed some leak spots under the axial. It also gave off a smell like plastic burning the last time I used the trailer. What does this tell me?
asked by: Keith
Expert Reply:
Sounds like you have a blown grease seal on your trailer. This is a pretty common problem.
To pick out a replacement grease seal you will need to measure the diameter of the spindle where the grease seal rides with a digital or dial caliper and then need to measure the hub bore where the current seal rides. With those two dimensions we can pick out the correct seal that you would need.
I attached a link to a page that has all of the grease seals we carry. You will need to select your inner and outer diameter from the filters on the page and the correct seals will be listed.
If you have trailer brakes you will want to go over the brake components as well to make sure there isn't any grease on anything that might cause your breaks to not function properly.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Double Lip Seal for 3,700-lb Marine Hubs
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Seals
- Grease Seals - Double Lip
- 1.69 Inch I.D.
- 2.56 Inch O.D.
- Dexter
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Search Results: trailer tag light
- Search Results: license plate trailer lights
- Search Results: tag light
- Video: In-Depth Review of the Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 3,500-lb Axles
- Shop: Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 3,500-lb Axles - 5 on 4-1/2 - Pre-Greased
- Shop: Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 3,500-lb Axles - 5 on 4-1/2
- Article: How to Measure Your Trailer Wheel Bolt Pattern
- Shop: Kenda Karrier ST205/75R15 Trailer Tire with Black Mod Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Q&A: Lug Nut Torque Chart for Trailer Wheels
- Shop: MORryde Rubber Equalizers for Tandem Axle Trailers - 33" Wheelbase - 8K
- Shop: MORryde X-Factor Crossmember for Standard Frame Hangers
- Shop: MORryde Suspension Upgrade Kit for Tandem Axle Trailers - 3-1/8" Long Shackle Straps
- Shop: Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers - Double Eye Springs - Tandem Axle - 6K to 8K
- Q&A: How Do I Measure Axle Spread for Upgrading The Trailer Equalizers?
- Search Results: dexter vault
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Q&A: Differences in Air Lift Wireless Air Compressors item # AL25980EZ and item # AL25980
- Article: How to Measure a Trailer Axle
- Search Results: morryde xfactor
- Q&A: Should I Use 2-1/4 or 3-1/8 Shackles with the Road Armor Shock Absorbing Equalizer Kit
- Q&A: Replacement Grease Seal for Lippert 3,500 Lb Axle SN: 045-002688794
- Q&A: Is there a Way to Determine if a Trailer Grease Seal is Broken
- Video: MORryde Rubber Equalizers for Tandem Axle Trailers: The Breakdown
- Search Results: horse trailer roof vent
- Search Results: vault hub
- Video: What to Know About the Air Lift Union Tee for 1/4" Air Lines
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between the AirLift Wireless Compressor Systems 73000EZ & 74000EZ