Should Bearing Buddies Buddies be Used on EZ Lube Trailer Axles
Updated 04/08/2025 | Published 12/21/2017
Question:
Have have ezlube spindles on my boat trailer, can I use bearing buddies or should I stick with the grease caps with the rubber plug? Im not sure if the bearing buddies will work with this spindle set up.
asked by: James G
Expert Reply:
EZ Lube spindles are generally preferred over Bearing Buddy setups. The EZ lube allows you to insert grease down the middle of the spindle easily which is basically the best option aside from removing the hub and taking it all apart and cleaning and re-greasing.
The Bearing Buddies are great for people who don't have EZ lube spindles but since they basically push grease through the front it's not quite as ideal. Also since these are a press in install and they end up pressurized they are known to fall off. Also the zerk prevents the Bearing Buddy from fitting.
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John S.
4/8/2025
What if the surface of the spindle where the seal sits is worn down? I have a 1 3/8 to 1 1/16 tapered EZ spindle. The spindle seal by buddy bearing seems like a good fix because I couldn’t get a 1.72” wear sleeve to fit. I’m worried about the spindle seal covering the inner lube hole, or having two opposing grease directions if using buddy bearing and EZ spindle internal grease channel. If I can’t use a wear sleeve or a spindle seal by bearing buddy, how can I ensure a tight seal with a worn surface?