Causes of Grease on Trailer Wheel and Possible Fixes

Updated 08/24/2009 | Published 08/18/2009

Question:

upon my return from a camping trip i found my driver side only trailer wheel covered in grease. i have a 2004 fleetwood lamarie. on the trip home i felt when i would release the brake , it would still stay on for a little bit on the trailer. once parked at home i noticed it to be very hot on that side of the trailer underneath. what problem do i have and hoe to fix?

asked by: bruce p

Expert Reply:

It sounds as if the seal on your wheel bearings has failed. The grease is escaping out of the hub, and the friction involved because of the insufficient grease is causing the bearings to heat up. At a minimum, you will have to replace that seal and probably the bearings. The inner and outer bearing will have an industry standard part number. The sticking brake might be caused by the excessive heat that has built up, or there might be damaged or worn brake components. Give all the moving parts in that brake assembly a thorough inspection and replace as needed.

expert reply by: Mike L