Is It Ok To Use A Scratched Spindle On A Trailer Axle

Published 10/07/2021

Question:

My back bering was stuck I used a dermal cutting weal and cut into it slightly underneath the flat spot won’t the Bering just ride over it

asked by: David S

Helpful Expert Reply:

It will depend on how deep and long the scratch is. You want to make sure the bearing will still get a good purchase on the spindle, but you will also need to make sure the seal will not have a gap that will allow grease or oil to leak out. If the bearing is sitting weird or if there is a gap with the seal, you will need to replace the spindle.

We do have a bunch of different options for this and I included a link to our spindle page, just in case.

expert reply by: Lazer S