Installing Bearing Buddy Bearing Protectors on EZ Lube Spindle
Updated 05/24/2018 | Published 05/23/2018 >
Question:
I put bearing Buddies on my boat trailer recently. The hubs have grease fittings in the end of the hub. Should I remove these when using the Bearing Buddies? The Bearing Buddies are installed with the hub grease fittings still on there at the moment
asked by: Mike
Expert Reply:
You can certainly install a Bearing Buddy like # BB1980A-SS on a trailer like yours that is equipped with EZ lube spindles, but you will want to remove the zerk fitting before installing the Bearing Buddy Bearing Protectors. This grease zerk will prevent the Bearing Buddy from lubricating the hub properly.
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Bearing Buddy Bearing Protectors - Model 1980A-SS w/ Auto Check - Stainless Steel (Pair)
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Caps
- Bearing Protector Grease Cap
- 1.99 Inch
- 2000 lbs Axle
- 2500 lbs Axle
- 3500 lbs Axle
- Bearing Buddy
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