Repack wheel bearings

[RetiredBruce]

Hello all. I have a 2021 GD model 337. Roughly 36’ with 2 axles. In 2 years ownership since new I put almost 3000 miles on it. I googled bearing service intervals and says every year or 10,000 miles. My question is should I have them repacked now or when? I don’t want a major problem with them but need advice. Please send me your advice on this matter. I will appreciate advice from much more experienced people. Thanks,Bruce

 

[Hoopy Frood]

If they've never been checked, THAT YOU KNOW OF, then now would be as good a time as any to check them. It's all too common to find insufficient grease in new trailers, so checking and repacking is the best thing to do, even with a brand new trailer. I repack mine every few years, to me it makes no sense to do it annually unless I'm putting in some serious mileage. But some people do it every year, take your pick.

 

[RetiredBruce]

Hoppy Frood, thanks for the info. What you said makes sense. At least when I get it done soon I’ll have piece of mind and a starting point. ?

 

[Ynot4me2]

To add to what [MENTION=42104]Hoopy Frood[/MENTION] said, you can also do a quick check by removing the drum. This way, you will be able to see if there was a grease leak onto the pads and if there's visually enough grease.

 

[Second Chance]

Hoppy Frood, thanks for the info. What you said makes sense. At least when I get it done soon I’ll have piece of mind and a starting point. ��

Thread moved to Axles, Brakes, and Suspension.
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