Recommended Grease for Trailer Brakes and Bearings

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Video on installing electric brakes was great. No mention of what type of grease to use. What brand or type is recommended. Several different kinds out there. Thanks

asked by: Frank B

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There are many options out there. LubriMatic Disc/Drum Brake and Wheel Bearing Grease # L11465 is a great one. You can use it on disc or drum brakes. It can also be used to grease wheel bearings.

expert reply by: Charles S

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Answer 1

It looks like all models of the 2005 Airstream Safari used 12" x 2" brake assemblies regardless of the axle capacity. If you want standard brakes you can use the Dexter #23-105-106. If you want the Nev-R-Adjust self-adjusting brakes then…

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Answer 2

The difference really comes down to brand recognition, price, and warranty, but apart from that they are very similar. Dexter is a leading brand and people know they are getting quality, hence the higher price. They Dexter also do have a 5-year…

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Thanks for the picture and info on your current brake assemblies, from that we know that the Dexter brake assembly part #23-106 that you referenced is the correct fit. For the left hand side you'd then want the part #23-105.

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I currently have three diffrent self-adjusting assemblies for your boat trailer with 10" x 2-1/4" electric drum brakes which are attached for you below. eTrailer Electric Trailer Brake Kit part #AKEBRK-35-SA (3,500 Axles) Dexter…

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According to SumoSprings, 6" is the minimum for the #TSS-106-40. I asked them about this and they said you cannot use these if the space is under 6" so unfortunately they won't work for you. Doing so will overload the springs which can…

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In regards to grease compatibility brand is not really relevant but rather the base of the grease. The majority of hub/bearing greases will have a petroleum/polyurea-base so the Prime Guard Wheel Bearing Hi-Temp Red Grease part #L11380 for the can or…

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Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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The TSS-105-40 is no longer available from SuperSprings. You are going to need their current SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs #TSS-106-40 for your Coachmen Apex Nano 193BHS. This kit is designed for underslung axles with a capacity between 3,000lbs…

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Answer 9

The LubriMatic Wheel Bearing Grease for Disc and Drum Brake Applications part #L11465 has a petroleum base so as long as the grease you are wanting to mix this with also has a petroleum base there should not be any issues. If it uses any other base…

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Answer 10

To adjust the brakes, you will need to raise the trailer and secure it on adequate capacity jack stands. Check that the wheel and drum rotate freely. Do not lift or support trailer on any part of the axle or the suspension system. Remove the…

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Answer 11

I checked your order notes and the leaf springs you bought last year were the part #e28SR which are for 5k axles. Since this is over the capacity of your axle failure would not have been caused by over loading the trailer assuming you stayed under…

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Answer 12

The brake spoon part #W80630 that you referenced is designed to adjust the tightness of brake assemblies so that they operate as they should. As long as you have drum brakes on the axle you are referring to this product should work well for you.…

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