Ez lube axles do not have bearing buddies. Yes you can over fill them, it'll push rear seal out, you are giving bad advice because of lack of knowledge of the op's system. 3 campers over 11 years, never grease mine. If they are packed properly they should not need grease.

Can you over grease EZ lube trailer bearings?

You really can't overgrease the hubs because the grease will come out the front of the hub like it's designed to do. You can put too much grease in too fast, and perhaps overwhelm the rear seal.

How much grease do you put in Dexter EZ lube axles?

Our tubes like # L11390 have 14 ounces which should be more than enough to fill your axle. You will want to continue to pump grease until you begin to see the outer bearing move or you see grease seeping through the outer bearing.

Can you grease bearings too much?

Too much grease volume (overgreasing) in a bearing cavity will cause the rotating bearing elements to begin churning the grease, pushing it out of the way, resulting in energy loss and rising temperatures.

How often should you grease EZ lube axles?

The number one cause of axle vibration and/or failure is insufficiently greased or improperly tightened wheel bearings. This problem can easily be avoided by simply following the procedures on this page. It is important that this is done after the first 50 miles and every 2000 miles or annually, which ever comes first.

How long does bearing grease last?

Lubricant deteriorates over time as a result of ageing, condensation, and separation of the oil and thickener. Therefore, sealed bearings should not be stored for more than three years.

How often should you grease bearings?

Using the chart and the formula, the bearing only needs 8 grams of grease every 10,000 hours. If your grease gun delivers around 1.35 grams per stroke, that means the bearing needs 6 strokes every 13 months; you could average it out to a stroke every 8 weeks or so.

Can you over grease a grease fitting?

While applying grease minimizes wear of parts and bearing, over-lubrication can reduce a component's life expectancy. For instance, too much grease can increase running temperatures and lead to energy losses.

How much grease should you put in a bearing?

Typical relubrication amounts are 1/3 to 1/2 of the original fill quantity. The proper fill quantity of a grease lubricated bearing is often specified as a percentage of the bearing's free space. It is, therefore, important that the bearing's free space is accurately determined.

Should I fill my trailer hub with grease?

It is equally important to retain the grease around the bearing. For traditional greases (NLGI Nos. 1 and 2), pump a ring of grease into the entire circumference of the wheel hub and coat the hub cap inner wall. The housing should only be half full of grease.

Can you use bearing buddies on EZ Lube axles?

Yes you can use a Bearing Buddy on your current axle setup but you'll have to remove the zerk/grease fitting. What you have now is an EZ lube spindle which allows you to push grease through the middle of the spindle but you can install a Bearing Buddy over one of these spindles and it will still work.

How do you know if you have EZ Lube axles?

Remove the access disc (or remove the wheel) and if you have EZ Lube axles, you'll see a rubber disc on the end of the hub. Remove the rubber disc and you'll see a zerk fitting on the end of the axle spindle. If you don't see the rubber disc and there's no zerk fitting beneath it, then you don't have EZ Lube axles.

What grease is used in Dexter axles?

As the trailer industry premium supplier of axles and greaseable suspension parts, Dexter engineers have formulated the ideal grease for use in production of Dexter axles. Dexter Grease is a lithium complex with NLGI No 2 consistency and has additives for corrosion and oxidation inhibitors.

How do you know when a grease fitting is full?

If this is the case, the best tactic is to feel the grease into the bearing cavity until slight resistance or back pressure is felt against the trigger, or lever, signaling the bearing cavity is now full.

Why does bearing temperature increase after greasing?

The increased friction and pressure from too much grease raises the temperature inside the bearing. Excess heat could decrease the effectiveness of the lubricant causing the oil to separate from the thickener. Not adding enough grease has the same life-shortening effect.

What temperature do bearings fail?

Bearing Temperature Conditions

Most precision installed and lubricated equipment will operate at less than 180 degrees F. A bearing temperature that is less than 180 degrees F is typically considered acceptable (see the chart below).

How much does it cost to grease wheel bearings?

In a car, it will cost between $100 and $400 on average to have your bearings checked, repacked, or changed professionally (depending on your location and mechanic).

How do I put grease on my axle?

Unbolt the cover or carefully remove the big clamp and pull the boot back. Next, drain or scoop the old grease into a pan. If the joint is dry, remove the axle to clean the joint, and then add new grease and clamp the boot. If the joint is wet, add a packet of grease and install a new clamp.

How do you grease a grease gun wheel bearing?

To apply the grease, remove the rubber plug from the axle end and place the grease gun on the zerk. Pump grease until new grease begins to appear. (TIP: Use a different color of grease with each application so it will be easier to see when the new grease appears.)