Can Prime Guard Red Hi-Temp Wheel Bearing Grease be Used for Brake Push Pins/Calipers

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is the prime guard wheel bearing hi temp grease recommended for lubricating brake push pins and calipers?

asked by: Mick

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Expert Reply:

Yes, the Hi-Tem Red Grease part # L24FR that you referenced would do a great job keeping brake components like push pins and calipers lubricated.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Since you need at least a 5k rated spring that is 25-1/4 inches in length (like the #PR4) you would actually want the part #e34SR which is a 6k rated spring. A little more capacity than needed is better than a little less so this would be your best…

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Answer 2

The correct wet bolt/ shackle upgrade kit for your MORryde CRE/3000 axle will depend on the length of your current shackle links, measured center hole to center hole. For 2-1/4 inch shackle links, use #MR46ZR or for 3-1/8 inch shackle links, use…

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Answer 3

I was unable to find any information with the numbers on your axle, unfortunately. However, you can contact the manufacturer of the trailer and they should be able to tell you exactly which inner and outer bearings you have. If for some reason they…

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You can use leaf springs that are rated higher than the axle without any issues as long as they measure the correct measurement for your trailer. For example the 6-leaf double eye spring for 7,000 lb axles part #e64SR measures 24-7/8" eye to…

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Answer 5

I contacted MORryde and this does happen from time to time as the weight of the trailer can spread out the axles due to downward pressure on the springs/suspension. Odds are the 35" wheel base #MR27ZR will be the correct one for you, but they…

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Answer 6

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 7

Hi Bruce, To lift your trailer we'll first need to check of the suspension and see if you have torsion axles or a leaf spring suspension. If you have torsion axles then I'll need to see the axle tag in order to determine what you have so I…

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Answer 8

Well shackle length is mainly based on the height difference between the front and rear hangers. The rear hanger normally doesn't hang as low as the front so that the shackle can offset the difference and add the ability to move. What is the…

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Answer 9

To correctly measure a leaf spring, you'll want to jack the trailer up on jack stands so the axle is hanging freely, then measure directly across from the center of one spring eye to the other, as shown in the provided diagram. The height of the…

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Answer 10

Yes, going from a 4 leaf to a 6 leaf spring would add slightly to your ride height. For example, if the current 4 leaf spring has 3/8" thick leaves, and you go to a 6 leaf spring with 3/8" thick leaves, you would be adding 3/4" of…

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Answer 11

The AllTrek 4000 kits provide the best cushioning so if you were to upgrade from your CRE3000 kit to the Alltrek you would see a big improvement. If you have a 35 inch wheelbase you'd want the part #MR29DR or if you have a 33 inch wheelbase…

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Answer 12

You will definitely want to go with the Road Armor Shock Absorbing Equalizer Kit #LC696740 over the MORryde as the Road Armor has more travel and will provide a smoother ride. Then, in regards to shackle straps I'm not sure what you mean by which…

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