Can a Trailer Grease Seal Be Pressed In Too Far Beyond Flush

Published 05/22/2014

Question:

I recently Purchased a new brake assembly and Bearing kit Bk1-150. I installed them last night with only one small problem. When installing the Seal on the rear side of the hub, I accidentally pushed the seal in a bit too far. It is flush on one side but in about a 1/16 inch or 1/8on the other. I tired to remove it and fix but thought I would ruin it. I dont have any extra seals and so I just left it. The hub seems to turn fine. Is this going to be a problem over an extended time or a problem right away? Can I leave it for a few summer trips? Not planning any long hauls with it. It is on a popup camper. Any advice would be great Thank you

asked by: Scott R

Expert Reply:

You should be fine as long as the rubber of the seal is intact and the metal is not deformed. There is a ridge in the hub that would prevent the seal from getting pressed in so far that the seal would interfere with the bearings.

I confirmed this with our installers here who rebuild trailer hubs all the time.

expert reply by: Jameson C