Tips for Removing Zerk Fitting of EZ Lube Spindle to Install Bearing Buddy

Updated 09/18/2019 | Published 09/17/2019

Question:

Whats the best way to remove the grease zerk on an EZ lube spindle so it can accommodate a bearing buddy?

asked by: Austin

Expert Reply:

If the zerk fitting has a hex base you can use a properly sized wrench to unscrew it. If not, it might be a press-in fitting which will require some prying to remove. A big set of vice grips clamped onto them tightly should give you the leverage to rip them out. With them out of the way you would have the clearance needed to install the Bearing Buddies.

expert reply by: Jameson C