Remove, Inspect, Install Trailer Hub Bearings - etrailer.com

[stephenbird]

Good on ya. Easy to follow, so us non mechanics can easily repeat. I knew it shouldn't be too hard and you showed it isn't. I will do my own bearings from now for sure.

[opsvideo2008]

I was searching hard for a video on installing bearings and especially on how to effectively remove the inner & outer races when I came across your video. It showed me all I wanted to know and has given me confidence to carry out this replacement process. Thanks a lot.

[emoneyblue]

Great video, Thanks for sharing

[medfield17]

Are race sizes generic. Should I be able to find them for older models?

[etrailertv]

@medfield17 If you can find the dimensions of your race, you should be able to replace it. If you visit etrailer(dot)com and find the Trailer Bearings and Races section, the races are listed by their outer diameter (OD) you should be able to find a race that would work. If you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to ask.

[mosbysmen]

how often do you need to repack the bearings my trailer is several years old but i only make short trips with it , it probally doesnt have 1500 miles on the bearings

[etrailertv]

@mosbysmen That really depends. If you are using your trailer rather lightly you can check every once in awhile to see when they look like they need to be replaced. However, they probably should be repacked at least every 3 years or so, to ensure that the grease isn't breaking down. If you use you trailer frequently, it is a good idea to repack the bearings every year. Let me know if you have any other questions.

[etrailertv]

@toyotahonda1329 It is possible, however not guaranteed. If you change the hub and bearings out and, depending on the hub, you may need to change the spindle as well, it is possible to change from a 4 lug hub bearing to a 5 lug hub bearing.

[2JAMMY]

Dude!....Thanks a million. I watched a whole load of vids before seeing this one. I gotta say yours is the best and definitely the easiest to follow. Saved myself 150 Euros doing it myself and stupid thing is that it was dead easy. Thanks again dude... you are a great teacher - all the best :):):)

[etrailertv]

@2JAMMY I'm glad it was helpful. Let me know if you ever have any questions about any of the videos!

[merryhobgoblin]

One of the only things i would add to this vid is an old trick that was shown to me when packing bearings. If you get a small plastic bag and put some grease in the bottom then drop your bearing in you can really rub the grease in to the bearing and you don't get covered in the stuff..nice job though my friend

[johnk1955]

This is a great video for the do-it-yourselfer. Thanks for taking the time to make it!

[etrailertv]

@johnk1955 I'm happy this video was helpful to you! Let me know if there is anything else we can help you with.

[1594svt98]

I had done this once many years ago...this was a great refresher. Very helpful, I'm off to the trailer shop to get all new bearings, washers and races.

[TimeSplitter64]

Yet another extremely helpful video from etrailertv!

[nicksmiley]

BIG THANKS for an extremely helpful video! My outer bearing cage was practically disintegrated!

[justanotherengine]

Wow, Thank-You so much ! I was able to this myself because, of this video, It feel's "GREAT" to do it "Right", I saved Money and time, and most imporantly "I can do it again by myself", I've owned a boat for 20 years and never knew how to do this. A "VALUABLE" video ! Thank's again !

[etrailertv]

I'm happy to hear that video was helpful! Let us know if you need further trailer assistance.

[007derek]

thanks it helped me understand it....

[ajsemtb]

This video single-handedly helped me fix "grandpa's trailer". However, the inner bearings were damaged by the "punch" method of getting the inner seal out. Be careful if you do it that way, that you don't go too deep or you will hit the bearing track... Cheap fix, but still... Thanks again for the videos, even still it saved me time.

[danielclack22]

Another safer way to get the races out is to use a brass punch instead of the screwdriver or pipe. It prevents you from gouging the the area the race is presses into.

[thmoorer]

If you are going to re-use the bearings, do you have to replace the race? I seem to remember

being told that you should use the original race with a reused bearing. Probably just the result of being lazy! Thanks for the video, though. It helps

to see you using normal everyday tools, too.

[CRDLIBERTY]

Looks just like my 2000 nissan setup gonna try that maybe this spring.

[389Pete]

Hello, I just re-packed my berrings on my new trailer, watched your video for the other trailer that I had that got stolen, it was very helpfull the first time I did it, I do have one question, after watching this agian, I saw that you replaced the races, I know how to inspect berrings, but should you replace the race everytime you repack the berrings, or should you just go by the wear on the berrings looks like? Thanks, Garth

[excite236]

doesnt he have proper tools to do this? hes just using whatever works

[etrailertv]

We do have the tools, but most people at home who need help with this type of job do not. He is attempting to show first timers the best way to complete the job without the need to buy a garage full of expensive tools. We hope the video was helpful. Thanks.

[Genocide1994]

it's great that these kinds of videos are on You Tube but there are still not enough!!!

[RobertGary1]

Another way to get the seal out is to remove the outer bearings, put the nut back on and gently pull hub towards you with the nut pressing against the inner bearing until the inner bearing comes out with the seal.

In aviation, we have to change bearings or races anytime there is any discoloration. You should only use brass to punch in/out the races to avoid damaging them.

[derodster]

Excellent . thanks for posting it. A great help

[aussie006]

thanks helped me out