race surfaces on the hub and the
bearing’s faces. Basically, anywhere
you can put new grease; do it.
GREASE=GOOD.
Step 4: Replacing
Once you’re done playing in the
grease, tap in a new seal, ensuring that
its even and snug.
Step 5: Assembly
Really, the only thing left is to just put
it all back together. Place the drum
back on the axle (maybe add yet
another glob of grease to it’s face).
After the careful placement of the
thrust washer and spindle nut, the
drum should easily spin on the axle.
Insert the new cotter pin and cover
with the dust cap. After putting the
wheel back in place, you’re done!
Well…with that one wheel, anyways.
Here is an additional list of tips to
help you get the job done perfectly.
-If the trailer has been in storage for
some time, it still needs this service
done. Grease will break down on a
parked trailer, too.
-Don’t torque the spindle nut when
you are re-assembling. It will crush
the bearings. Just make sure it is snug.
-Always replace the cotter pin.
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