Can Bearing Buddy Bearing Protectors Be Used on EZ Lube Trailer Spindles

Updated 09/16/2019 | Published 09/13/2019

Question:

I have EZ lube spindles but would like to use Bearing Buddies to keep from blowing seals. Can I do this and if so do I remove the zerk in the spindle

asked by: Gary I

Expert Reply:

You can indeed use Bearing Buddy Bearing Protectors on the EZ Lube spindles for your trailer but as you mentioned you will first need to cut off the zerk fittings. The zerk fitting would prevent a proper fit but once it's removed you're good to go. If you are blowing seals though with the E-Z Lube spindles I would first check to make sure you aren't over filling the hubs with grease. Using a double lip grease seal will also help this.

The Bearing Buddy Bearing Protectors # BB2717 that you were looking at are designed for hub bore diameters of 2.717 inches so you will want to make sure this matches what you have. Just let me know if you have a different hub bore diameter and I will be happy to make an alternate recommendation.

I have attached a short video review that you can check out as well.

expert reply by: Chris R