Are Red, Marine and Wheel Bearing Grease Compatible with Each Other

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The three recommended boat trailer greases, #1 Marine wheel bearing grease #2 Industrial grade Red grease #3 Wheel bearing grease, Are they compatible with one another?

asked by: Steve S

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Helpful Expert Reply:

Polyurea is in the wheel bearing grease and is compatible with marine bearing grease but not the Red grease.

Red grease is compatible with marine grease but not standard.

I attached a help article that has a chart with all of the grease compatibilities as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The easiest way to determine the correct replacement parts for your trailer's suspension is by simply measuring its existing components. Looking at one of your current equalizers, you will want to measure from the center of the front hole to…

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Answer 2

The closest modern equivalent tire size to the 6.50-13 would be 175/80-13. This tire size is recommended for use on a 13 x 4-1/2, 13 x 5 or 13 x 5-1/2 rim. I've provided you with a diagram showing how to measure the width of a rim, the…

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Answer 3

The difference between load ranges varies based on the tire size and brand. When comparing two tires of the same size and brand, a load range D tire will always have a greater weight capacity and psi rating than a load range C. However, when…

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Answer 4

I have linked a video below which covers replacing bearings as well as greasing your hubs. If your Spindle #TRU74FR already has a grease zerk you want to fill the bearings with Grease #L11390 before assembling the hub. Then use a Grease Gun…

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Answer 5

Thank you for purchasing from etrailer! You did a great job selecting compatible parts. When using Leaf Springs #e64SR with the #AP233 Equalizer Kit and the #H248 Hanger Kit, there should be 29-1/2" between the front and center hangers and…

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Answer 6

It really depends on what is referring to when you say the spring is bad. If you are meaning the leaf spring on the trailer is worn out and is now flat, you can have issues with the trailer bouncing due to the spring no longer being a spring, and…

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Answer 7

To determine the location for the front and rear hangers on your tandem axle trailer you will first need to make sure that you have the correct center point for your equalizer hanger. The center point of your equalizer hanger needs to be located…

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Answer 8

Yes, leaf springs must be replaced in pairs which is why one side left go and then the other shortly after. In regards to the stent you get on a full set of leaf springs, there are really a ton of variables present here so it is hard to predict.…

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Answer 9

I believe you meant a TDE 46245, is that correct? If that's the case, you've got a 3500 lb axle which uses a 10 inch hub/rotor with a 5 on 4-1/2 wheel bolt pattern. You'll want to use the Kodiak #KHR10D hub/rotor as a…

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Answer 10

That is an excellent question! In some instances mixing regular grease like part #L11390 won't hurt when mixed with marine grease, but in some situations it can ruin your hubs/spindles and taking the extra time to clean off the grease and…

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Answer 11

We do have replacement hydraulic actuators for your UFP A60 boat trailer actuator: If the actuator mounts on top of the trailer frame use part #DX89FR, but if it mounts inside of the trailer frame use part #DX29FR instead. These disc brake actuators…

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Answer 12

Thank you for the photos. From what I can find, you currently have a Reliable ACT-7.5K brake actuator. Unfortunately, we don't carry replacement parts for your Reliable brake actuator. The best option that we can provide would be to replace your…

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