Is a Wheel Cap Recommended to Run Over a Bearing Buddy
Question:
Hello I am installing new brakes 23-469, drum assembly 84546UC3, bearing buddy BB1980A and wheel assembly TTWA15RTM45SM on my 2003 keystone springdale travel trailer. My question is: do I need a double lip seal seal with the bearing buddy or the the one provided with the drum assembly will do? also is a wheel center cap needed with the bearing buddy? Thank you.
asked by: Cedric
Expert Reply:
The grease seal that comes with the Dexter Trailer Hubs and Drums # 84546UC3-EZ that you referenced is a double lip seal so you would be fine in that regard.
Running a wheel center cap over a Bearing Buddy wouldn't be ideal as that would make the easy to use Bearing Buddy much more difficult since you would have to remove the rim. I would recommend not trying to fit one over it.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 10" - Right Hand - 3,500 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- RH
- 3500 lbs
- Brake Assembly
- Self Adjust
- 10 x 2-1/4 Inch Drum
- Dexter
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Dexter Trailer Hub & Drum Assembly for 3,500-lb Axles - 10" Diameter - 5 on 4-1/2 - Pre-Greased
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub with Integrated Drum
- Pre-Greased
- Standard
- L68149
- L44649
- For 3500 lbs Axles
- 1/2 Inch Stud
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 13 Inch Wheel
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
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Bearing Buddy Bearing Protectors - Model 1980A w/ Auto Check - Chrome Plated (Pair)
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Caps
- Bearing Protector Grease Cap
- 1.98 Inch
- Bearing Buddy
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