Can a Trailer Grease Seal Be Pressed In Too Far Beyond Flush
Question:
I recently Purchased a new brake assembly and Bearing kit Bk1-150. I installed them last night with only one small problem. When installing the Seal on the rear side of the hub, I accidentally pushed the seal in a bit too far. It is flush on one side but in about a 1/16 inch or 1/8on the other. I tired to remove it and fix but thought I would ruin it. I dont have any extra seals and so I just left it. The hub seems to turn fine. Is this going to be a problem over an extended time or a problem right away? Can I leave it for a few summer trips? Not planning any long hauls with it. It is on a popup camper. Any advice would be great Thank you
asked by: Scott R
Expert Reply:
You should be fine as long as the rubber of the seal is intact and the metal is not deformed. There is a ridge in the hub that would prevent the seal from getting pressed in so far that the seal would interfere with the bearings.
I confirmed this with our installers here who rebuild trailer hubs all the time.
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- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Seals
- Grease Seals - Double Lip
- 1.500 Inch I.D.
- 1.987 Inch O.D
- TruRyde
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