How Far in a Trailer Hub Should the Grease Seal Go
Updated 08/07/2020 | Published 08/07/2014
Question:
I have a 40 ft pj trailer with 12000lb axles.. When. I put the rear seal in how for should the seal sit from The inside bearing?
asked by: David C
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Helpful Expert Reply:
When installing a seal at the back of a hub the outer part of the seal will need to be flush with the hub. I have linked a video that should help. You could watch the whole video or fast forward to the 1 minute, 50 second mark to see the seal installation.
expert reply by:
Michael H
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Doug D.
7/29/2020
My replacement grease seals (for my boat trailer) are half the thickness (0.25") of the old one (0.437"). If I install the new grease seal in so that it is flush with the back side of the hub, I think there will be some play allowing the bearing to partially come out of the race. Can I still use these new thinner grease seals if I install them further into the hub?