Does Install of Grease Seal in Hub Require Greasing Hub Bore
Updated 04/16/2024 | Published 04/17/2024
Question:
When installing new grease seals in my travel trailer hubs should the lips on the seals be lubricated with bearing grease prior assembly?
asked by: Yves M
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Expert Reply:
Hey Yves, it is not necessary to grease the hub where the seal installs before installing them. That said grease won't hurt anything either so I wouldn't stress about it either way.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Seals
- Grease Seals - Double Lip
- 1.50 Inch I.D.
- 1.99 Inch O.D.
- TruRyde
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