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Originally Posted by wecker1
Heading to the family farm in upstate NY next week and just completed my annual bearing maintenance along with everything that we all do in prepping for a trip. Anyway, can someone explain why the RV/trailer industry hasn't converted to using sealed bearings like the auto industry did many years ago? I've read most of the posts on this subject and not once have I seen the mention of sealed bearings so I'm assuming that there's some reason other than cost. Thanks
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They did and it became a complete mess, using too small bearing capsules. Dexter brand name was Nevr Lube and they came in 42 and 50mm sizes depending on axle capacity. Been there and an $800 bill convinced me that the conventional bearings were well worth getting dirty every other year or 12K miles was better.