trailer bearing seals

[jim dozier]

I was replacing the bearings on my trailer and noticed that the spindle race where the seal seats was badly corroded and pitted. I had been aware for some time that the seals weren't sealing well and grease was leaking out the backside. While inquiring at my local trailer part store about the cost of a new axle I was informed about another type of seal than the standard ones. The modified seal includes a stainless seat that slips over the spindle seal seat. Thus the oversized bearing seal rides on a brand new smooth stainless seat. The new stainless seat has an o-ring to seal itself against the bearing so grease doesn't slip between the new seat and the pitted original. I installed the modified seals. Time will tell but there were no grease leaks when I pressurized the hub with grease through the bearing buddy cap. A lot less expensive and easier than a new axle.

 

[Pony]

Re: trailer bearing seals

Logically that sounds like it has to work.........and I hope it does.<br /><br />I didnt know those existed.....I'll have to keep them in mind if I run into some pitted spindles.

 

[fishweed]

Re: trailer bearing seals

I have used this same sort of kit in automotive applications for years with great success. I have done rear axle, front crank, and rear pinion seals on several of my own vehichles.

 

[jeff_nicholas]

Re: trailer bearing seals

http://www.bearingbuddy.com/spindle_seal.html <br /><br /> http://www2.chicago-rawhide.com/speedi_sleeves.htm

 

[djvan]

Re: trailer bearing seals

I've used this type of fix on a crankshaft once. The parts guy referred to it as a speedy sleeve. Worked great. It was a press fit sleeve that I loctited on. No leeaks yet. It's been a few years now.<br /><br />DougV>

 

[BillP]

Re: trailer bearing seals

I've used Bearingbuddy spindle seals for many years. They work perfectly.