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I saw jmstub's post about trailer bearings. It just so happens that I am replacing the bearings on my trailer.<br /><br />What is the best kind of grease to use for trailer hubs?<br /><br />Thanks to all, Gold Bear
Everybody has their own flavor for wheel bearing grease(just like oil). I use Pennzoil marine grease. I like it because when I service my trailer(w/ the Spindle Lube system) it's easy to tell when the old grease has been replaced by new grease.It lasts,and the hubs get just a little warm so I know it's working. Plus I can get it at Walmart for $2.44.<br /><br />Dutch
Marine grade works good and is a bit more sticky on the shafts. Good against water. I use bearing buddies and just keep them filled and about every other trip I give them a shot or two of gease just for insurance.<br /><br />Have not burned a bearing in since my first BAD experiance over 22 years ago.<br /><br />Bob
Thanks for the input gentlemen.<br /><br />I bought some Penzoil marine grade full synthetic white grease from Wal Mart (thanks Dutch). It claims to be good for trailer axle shafts.<br /><br />Additionally I installed all new bearings (the old ones had several cracked roller bearings). It looks like I checked them out just in time. <br /><br />I bought my used boat about 6 months ago, and I remember having a trailer wheel come off my boat trailer when I was a much younger man. The wheel came off the drivers side, and pulled right around like a passing car!!! I never want to see that happen again.<br /><br />I bought some "bearing buddies" made by Fulton - also from Wal Mart. They cost about $10 for the set, and they look to be of pretty good quality. I like the way they fit.<br /><br />Best Regards to all, Gold Bear
