Negative: Not impressed with Easy Lube Axles

[SammySabre]

Watch this video for more info.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CWzoYdHUDOM

[dcheatwood]

Good video but I found it odd that he jacked the wheel from the center of the axle. I always heard that was a nono. Maybe because he had no weight on the frame?

[onetonford]

Jack stand holding frame up using jack to support axle from dropping shackle past center support which it will do been there done that.

[Crockett]

I dont believe Lippert actually packs the bearings initially. the grease they use is semi-viscous...like a liquid grease they can just flow into the cavity. we had a 40% failure rate on the seals the first year of use on 5 rentals.

[TURBS]

Originally Posted by Crockett

I dont believe Lippert actually packs the bearings initially. the grease they use is semi-viscous...like a liquid grease they can just flow into the cavity. we had a 40% failure rate on the seals the first year of use on 5 rentals.

What makes you think lippert doesn't pack there own axles bearings?

TURBS

[OldCoot]

Originally Posted by TURBS

What makes you think lippert doesn't pack there own axles bearings?

TURBS

From checking both trailers right after I got them from the dealer. The bearings were greased, but the cavities sure weren't.

[Crockett]

i believe they put grease in. i just dont believe they need to pack the bearing. upon a repack in 60 degree weather, a dollop of the original grease would drop off of your finger. runny grease negates the need for a pack...just add to hub.

[dcheatwood]

Originally Posted by onetonford

Jack stand holding frame up using jack to support axle from dropping shackle past center support which it will do been there done that.

I got cha. Thanks.