Grease Recommendation and Schedule for Dexter EZ Lube Spindles

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I have a 2012 Flagstaff Micro Lite 21’ with Torflex axles and Dexter EZ Lube that was just purchased last year what grease should I use for it and should I disassemble and remove existing grease first? Thanks

asked by: David M

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Standard tapered trailer wheel bearings are recommended to be re-packed with fresh bearing grease about every year or every 12,000 miles under normal use. In certain conditions this interval could be shorter, such as if you routinely tow the trailer under conditions of extreme heat or near its maximum load capacity. This and other recommended trailer maintenance procedures are outlined in the linked article, which may interest you.

The best grease around for trailer hubs is the "Red" grease like the Lubrimatic LMX Industrial Strength part # L11390. It's waterproof, heavy duty, and compatible with most other greases as well.

Here's how to grease everything upon initial installation.

First, grease your bearings and spindle by hand or with a bearing packer like part # L70025. If you are going to do it by hand, start with a gob of grease in your palm and then press the bearing into the grease with some force.

Next, insert your bearings and grease seal in the hub and mount your hub on your spindle. You should slowly pump grease into the spindle. As you are pumping the grease into the spindle, occasionally rotate the hub. This will prevent the grease from building up in one spot.

Continue to pump grease until you begin to see the outer bearing move or you see grease seeping through the outer bearing. If you pump the grease slowly and rotate the hub, you should not blow the grease seal. Once you see the grease seeping through, you can install the washer, spindle nut and nut retainer. Keep in mind, when threading on the castle nut, you will want to tighten the nut until it is hand tight and then slightly back it off.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Yes, the MORryde StepAbove RV Steps with Strut Assist like #MR85RR can use the removable mounting plate. It isn't compatible with the struts but you already plan to remove them so that won't be an issue. Assuming you have a…

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Answer 2

Usually when you replace parts that get lubricated, you clean all of the existing grease first before adding any new grease, just in case there is a compatibility issue. Since you are using Dexter axles and replacing components with Dexter parts,…

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EZ Lube axles like the item #T3584F-EZ-8974 come from the factory with just a little bit of grease in the bearings. The first time you use the EZ Lube feature to fill the axle, it will take a lot of grease. You will probably use 3/4 to a full tube…

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I recommend the LubriMatic LMX Industrial Strength Grease #L11390 for your Dexter axle on your 2021 Vista Cruiser Travel Trailer. This grease is specifically formulated to work in extreme hot and cold temperatures under high pressures. It is also…

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Answer 5

The Road Armor Shock Absorbing Equalizer Kit - Tandem Axle - Qty 2 #LC696740 measure 6 inches center on center. They can work for your 7 inch equalizer replacement, but you may need to replace shackle straps to make up any differences depending on…

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Answer 6

The MORryde Rubber Equalizers for Tandem Axle Trailers - 35" Wheelbase - 8K #MR27ZR you were looking at measure 8" between the horizontal mounting holes, and 3-5/16" between the center of the horizontal mount holes and the…

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Answer 7

What you'll need to do is measure your equalizers in order to determine the fit of the Road Armor Shock Absorbing Equalizer Kit #LC696740. I have added a photo below that shows the measurements of the equalizers (please note that even though…

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The Lippert AP Kit #LC52SV for the Road Armor Shock Absorbing Equalizer #LC696740 does not come with bronze bushings. It is recommended to use Bronze Bushings #K71-291-00 when using a wet bolt as if you have nylon bushings it can deteriorate the…

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Answer 9

The Road Armor Shock Absorbing Equalizer Kit part #LC696740 are taller than most other standard equalizers so you'll likely need the longer 3-1/8" shackle straps when using them, the Lippert AP Kit part #LC52SV is a go-to for this as…

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Answer 10

In order to confirm fit of the Road Armor Shock Absorbing Equalizer Kit part #LC696740 you simply need to measure the length of your existing equalizers from eye to eye on center. If they are 6" on center or close then the Road Armor Shock…

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Answer 11

The Road Armor Shock Absorbing Equalizer Kit part #LC696740 is only for a 33" axle spread and there is not another set for 35" but as you mentioned we do have other like options for a 35" axle spread. The MORryde Shock…

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Answer 12

Lippert has a wet bolt kit that was specifically designed for use with the Road Armor equalizers with the part #LC52SV. This comes with upgraded heavy duty shackles as well as matching nuts.

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