Could/Should Zerk Fitting of EZ Lube Spindle Be Removed to Install Bearing Buddies
Question:
I have zerk grease fittings on the ends of my boat trailer spindles. I assume they are ezlube spindles. I understand I cannot install buddy bearings on one of these spindles. I would like to remove the grease fittings and install buddy bearings. will this work and keep my bearings lubed and under pressure to help stop water intrusion. thanks
asked by: Sonny
Expert Reply:
To answer your question...yes, you can rip off the zerk fittings of your spindles so that you could install Bearing Buddies. But you should note that Bearing Buddies commonly allow people to overfill their hubs with grease which then turns into a blown out seal. EZ lube spindles are far superior to Bearing Buddies as they are less prone to over filling and since they place the new grease in the middle of the hub they do a better job getting the grease where it needs to be.
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