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Originally Posted by Bluechip
Im getting ready to replace my wheel bearings on a tandem axle boat trailer. I have repacked them regularly through the years but they are hitting 12 years old this year so I'm going to replace.
My question is about the buddy bearings that hold the grease in and allow you to install more grease.
I have always chased one Leaking on my trailer over the years due to o ring failure.
Is there anything new and improved on the market or is buddy bearings still the common setup.
All comments and criticism are welcome....
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I think you meant to say.... seal failure.
Don't know of anything better. You can pay top dollar at a place like Motion Ind in Westlake or go to Auto Parts store for ~ 1/2 the price for the bearings and seals.
It is real easy to screw up a bearing while trying to put it in. I buy an extra one so I don't have to go back to get another. I have found that using my vice to "Press" the seal in works very well.