What do you Recommend for my New Boat Trailers Hubs Bearing Buddies or Dust Caps
Question:
Hi, I just finished rebuilding my boat trailer to tow a new boat to me back to Florida from Maine. A long haul. Everything went great but I have yet to put the trailer in the water to launch the boat. Before I do,,,,, I have a stupid question to ask. The trailer has a 5200 lb axle with a grease fitting in the middle of the axle. At first I thought that was awesome set up and probably is for trailers that dont go in the water. I have always used Bearing buddies but with this type of axle can I or should I use bearing buddies? I believe the ones that will fit my Kodiac hubs are BB2441. If you say dont bother with BB2441 does that mean I will be hostage to constantly pulling the hubs and repacking the bearings? I hope there is a better way... Can I remove the grease fitting in the center of the axle and use the Bearing Buddies like I always have in the past? Whats the hot set up for marine use??? I would love to hear your thoughts on this.
asked by: Willem F
Helpful Expert Reply:
The bearing buddies are definitely the way to go to keep your bearings properly greased and protected during submersion. The Bearing Buddy Bearing Protectors part # BB2441 are for hub bores that are 2.441". That is the bore found commonly of 5,200 lb. axles but always good to take a quick measure to ensure they will work.
I have linked a video I did on them if you would like to check it out. You should also remember to remove the grease zerk to ensure the bearing buddy seats properly.
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Bearing Buddy Bearing Protectors - Model 2441 - Chrome Plated (Pair)
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
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- Bearing Protector Grease Cap
- 2.441 Inch
- Bearing Buddy
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