How Long Will Grease In Pre-Greased Hub Last When Kept In Trailer As A Spare?
Updated 05/07/2021 | Published 05/04/2021
Question:
If I buy this pre-greased hub, and keep it as a spare in my trailer not installed, do I have to pull it apart and repack bearings yearly like I do with the bearings that are installed? It would be nice to be able to just leave it in the box until I inevitably need it on the side of the road.
asked by: Alex
Expert Reply:
I was able to confirm that the grease in a pre-greased hub like the Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 5,200-lb and 6,000-lb Axles - 12" - 6 on 5-1/2 - Pre-Greased # AKHD-655-6-K will last roughly 5 years before needing to be changed, given the hub has not been installed and is kept out of the elements.
I included a video of the # AKHD-655-6-K for you to take a look at.
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Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 5,200-lb and 6,000-lb Axles - 12" - 6 on 5-1/2 - Pre-Greased
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub with Drum
- Pre-Greased
- Standard
- 25580 / 15123
- Standard Grade
- For 5200 lbs Axles
- For 6000 lbs Axles
- 1/2 Inch Stud
- 6 on 5-1/2 Inch
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- 16 Inch Wheel
- 16-1/2 Inch Wheel
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