GRAND DESIGN IMAGINE DIY HOW TO REPACK YOUR TRAILER BEARINGS AND SAVE MONEY

[@stephentassin5637]

I've just retired at Christmas. and one of the first RV projects I wanted to do was repack my bearings in our Reflection 337. I've been watching as many videos, and while many are good, they usually had an abbreviated version and skipped something. Stan, this may be the best and most comprehensive video on repacking bearings I've seen. Outstanding! So I went out this afternoon and did my first wheel. I had to come inside a couple of times to fire up Stan on the video just to make sure I didn't skip a step. When I'm attempting something for the first time, I have a tendency to second guess myself so it always takes longer than I anticipated. Tomorrow, I hope to finish the other three. Thank you again for the good work!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Stephen, I am beyond words and extremely humbled by this comment. Thank you for taking the time to write this it truly inspires us. Stan and Rhonda

[@nutria12247]

I agree, Stephen. I watched other videos and thought I might be able to do it, but still wasn't sure. Now I feel like I can do it and will give it a try.

[@nutria12247]

I successfully did it yesterday. The hardest part is removing the seal. I picked up a seal puller, but it didn't go as smoothly as yours! I eventually got it, though. Thanks for the video.

[@stephentassin5637]

@@nutria12247 Glad to hear. I ended up replacing 2 brake assembly just to be safe.

[@robcampbell1056]

Nice video at 12:11 you have a nice close up shot of the magnet. You can see three holes in the magnet there should be a forth visible at 3 o'clock poison. These are called wear indicators. Once you can't see the holes any more you need to change the magnet. In this case the magnet holes might be blocked by dust.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Rob, that is an excellent tip!! Thank you so much for sharing that! I appreciate learning new things and this is one of them. Thank you for joining us! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️

[@toddhenshaw7621]

GREAT JOB STAN, now that you have inspected and fresh grease, next time you can utilize the ez lube system , Mark the wheel at 12 'o'clock . 2 pumps then turn wheel 5 minutes and 2 more pumps, this will grease the inner and outer bearings and fresh grease will replace the old, you can use a different color grease so you see when new grease reaches the outer bearings, put a small pan under with wheel removed to skin out old grease, Lots of people make a mistake in not turning the wheel and the inside and outside bearings only get new grease in one little spot, Always turn it when grease goes in, another trick is to grab top and bottom of wheel to feel play in wheel bearing after your done, sometimes you may have to snug one wheel a little more after a small trip... Keep up the good work...THIS WILL HELP ALOT OF PEOPLE WITH RV'S ETC.....

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Todd, thank you for your input. I’m always worried about not getting grease to the inner bearing. I’m also worried about blowing out my seal with too much grease. Two pumps is very conservative can definitely live with that. I appreciate all your knowledge. Thank you! Stan

[@toddhenshaw7621]

No problem . keep up the great work ...@@OverTheHillAdventures

[@sundancer3700]

The Lazy Lube system is not the way to do it. It's like letting a blind man grease your brakes, you cant see if grease is bypassing the seal which will cause a brake failure. Why are people so LAZY when this is an easy job, and NO fresh grease will not fill the bearing, bad advise once again.

[@toddhenshaw7621]

@@sundancer3700 AS i stated, after you just did the complete fresh pack with grease next time use the EZ - Lube System as designed it works great , I have done hundreds of grease jobs and if done properly the system works great, the one people do without turning the wheels end badly as you and I have seen probably more times than we can count..

[@mozberg2191]

​@@toddhenshaw7621 ez lube is a garbage gimmick, that's for weekend warriors. Those of us with experience re pack every season.

[@kingnothingcom]

One of the best how to videos I’ve ever seen. I had been putting this off because I hadn’t found a detailed video and then I found this gem. Well done!!!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Pablo, thank you! We are glad we could help. Stan and Rhonda

[@rickwright7396]

That guy is awesome! Great teacher. Thank you

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

@@rickwright7396 thank you! I appreciate that.! Stan

[@davidellis5931]

Started to do this job in July, bought everything, 108 degrees and working in a gravel lot stopped me. Thanks for the reminder and refresh. My last bearing pack was 1985ish. Tip from todays experience. I bought some metal sanding tape, 180 and 320 grit to clean some minor marks/pits on one of my spindles. New Timko bearings and all is good. Thank you for the refresh!!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello David, thank you for joining us. I am glad we could help. Great idea with sanding tape. Blessings, Stan and Rhonda

[@steve2841]

This is the best repack video I've seen so far.. nice close ups, was intelligent logical instructions. 👍

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Thank you Steve I really appreciate your comment. Stan

[@TacticalBuzzKill]

I have to stop and say that this is a FANTASTIC how to video. I have a Grand Design Transcend 297QB and this video made me confident I can do this process myself. Thanks for spending the time to share this process with all of us! You have earned yourself a new subscriber!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

You are welcome! It is really an easy process. Just make sure you bearings are intact and your breaks look good and your good to go.👍 No reason to take it to a dealer for this job. Always make sure you use good grease. Safe travels. Stan

[@ricks69z28]

Hey Stan was searching for a video on how to repack bearings and found your channel, I have never did this on my camper and after watching your video I have the confidence to do it myself, thanks for a great video and I just subbed your channel, oh we have a 2021 Imagine 22 MLE. Rick

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Rick, I am glad this helped you. Don’t forget to adjust your brakes. That’s another video for another day. Stan and Rhonda

[@jamesorr2832]

I just packed my bearings last weekend on my Imagine Trailer weekend and put in new seals I wished I had watched this sooner Lol, next time I am going to get a Bearing Packer that would make it a lot easier that packing them by hand and a lot faster! Thanks Nice Video, God Bless and stay safe on the road out there Traveling.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello James, thank you for joining us. Love the bearing packer. Had subscriber tries in cold weather it did not work so well. Thanks for the blessing. Blessings to you as well, Stan and Rhonda

[@bothbrockmans6150]

Great instruction, camera work and content. Was not sure if I wanted to take it on, but now I will give it a go. Thank you for such a well done how to and the bonus is that we have a 2500rl so don't have to translate anything LOL. Thanks again!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Both, you are welcome!! We are so glad we could help! Blessings, Stan and Rhonda

[@markbergthold6181]

Nice tires!! Good job, Stan - thanks for the maintenance reminder. Exactly the tools I use except my impact is a DeWalt. My Milwaukee collection is slowly growing.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Thanks Mark! Love the tires too! Game changer.

[@mikelawless7426]

I have watched five other videos. This video was THE Best one ever !! Thank you for showing Everything you did !!!! I am now Confident that I can do mine !!!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Mike, that is awesome let me know how it goes! Stan

[@mikelawless7426]

@@OverTheHillAdventures Hey Stan !! I successfully completed the job. Thanks Stan !!!!!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

@@mikelawless7426great job!! I’m glad I could help.

[@CraigNiesenPhotography]

Stan and Rhonda, your timing is impeccable. I wondered if you guys had ever done a bearing and break video. I needed a video to reference if I do it myself. Great video, guys. I hope that all is well. Peace and Safe Travels

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Craig, thank you again for joining us. Please reach out if you need any help. We put everything you need including the correct bearing seals on our Amazon store. Thank you for the kind words!! Blessings, Stan and Rhonda

[@timothycole7410]

Thank you Stan. I'm about to tackle packing bearings on anything for the first time on our 2023 GD Imagine 2670MK. We owned it 6 months -- and even though my wife works full-time, we somehow put on ~10, 800 miles already. Time to check out the bearings methinks! I made meticulous notes form you video and even took a number of screen shots to figure out what I am doing. LoL..

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Tim, that is a pretty easy job. I think you may be a little early. They recommend 1 year or 12,000 miles. What I think is more important is your bearings on your leaf springs. Do you have the stock suspension? Mine were totally gone after 10,000 miles.

[@timothycole7410]

@@OverTheHillAdventures You may be right. I'll certainly address the suspension inspection when I check my bearings. I have read 10,000 miles from Grand Design suggestion, but also seen 7500 miles (too late for me about 3000 miles ago). As I have two trips coming up: 1000 miles + 6500 miles; may strike at packing the bearings now when I have a few weeks RV downtime. ;) And thanks to you -- you made it look easy, only catch is if the bearing seal(s) require replacement (or spindle nut stop) -- then it's stop and off to Northern Tools (I just found out they have a vast selection of bearings & such).

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Tim, every time you pack your bearings you replace the seals. You got that right?

[@timothycole7410]

Yes. No choice. The seals are destroyed by the seal puller. Was suggested to me by a Grand Design individual to use a wood ram to knock off rear seal. Tried in 1 of 4 wheels and destroyed the rear bearing. But he did direct me to the CR3000 wet suspension as my Rv has simple leaf spring system, which is not up to par for >3k miles/year use. We’re doing 12k/year so far. And yep. Lots of towels!!! Lots. 😁

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

I just wanted to make sure I explained that in the video. I never heard of the block of wood thing. Sorry that happened it made it a more difficult job for you. Did you replace all the bearings or just the one you destroyed?

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

Great information. It must be a comfort knowing how to handle so made issues that can crop up. Blessings

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Betty Jo, thank you for joining us on our how to video. It is a huge comfort to get maintenance things done. At the same time showing folks how easy it is to do it ourselves. It gives us joy to help folks. We also enjoy hearing from you on every video. Thank you Betty Jo, you give us inspiration. Blessings, Stan and Rhonda

[@jamesregister8883]

Thanks for the link. Have additional medical issues, is why we missed the trip.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Sorry to hear that.

[@mark.laffin]

You do need a socket to fit the castle nut. Dexter says to torque the castle nut to 50 ft-lbs after repacking the bearings to “set” the bearings into the races. After setting the bearings, back off the castle nut to finger tight.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Mark, thank you! It was my understanding only when you have new bearings. However, it definitely wouldn’t hurt if I had one. Always like when folks share their knowledge. Thank you! Stan

[@brentginastravelingadventures]

Yeah, it's what you should do to seat them first. I don't use an actual torque, but take the wrench and crank it down a bit to get near the torque with the point being that it's good and tight before backing off for finger tight.

[@petecosio1149]

Good job Stan, iam like you l will work on something if it has to be done. Love your channel been following you and Ronda for about 6 months now. Me and my wife Purchase a 2023 Grand Design Imagine 2500RL. Can't wait to travel a little bit more like you guys.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Pete, we are so humbled! Thank for joining us and your kind words. Congratulations on your new purchase! We love our 2500RL. Best floor plan anywhere. We can get in every National and State Park. It’s a perfect size for us! If you have any questions don’t hesitate to reach out. We are jealous of your 12 volt refrigerator. Please tell us how you like it. Hope to see you down the road. As many folks who have bought the 2500RL and in this channel, we could almost have our own Grand Design Rally. 🙌😂🙏🏼 Blessings, Stan and Rhonda

[@petecosio1149]

Well thank you Stan about reaching out to you. Yeah we love are floor plan in are trailer, this is are 2nd trailer, iam 65 years old plan to retire next year yes still working ☹️, my wife will still be working she a little younger than me 😊, far as your channel I do like to see what you have done to your trailer, like you upgraded your suspension, I would like to do that down the road, also I like you change the switch to your front light cap nice! that's awesome. I bought my switch already on Amazon that's a must 😃, also like when you put in the night time shades on your door windows, that's also a must for us, I just hope the window frame come off like the way you did your. Stan you got good stuff on your channel. So anyways we're from Modesto, CA, my wife's name is Joy she also loves your channel. So one day we would like to go out to Arizona it's seen there's alot to see out there. I been there once for the Pro Bowl about 5 or 6 years ago but that's it, wife never been. Well thanks again. Oh Rhonda sorry for miss spelling your name. Maybe see you guys down the road 🙂

[@dontetzlaff3914]

Thanks Stan for the great DIY video. I am doing this project today with my GD2150RB.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Awesome! Here if you have any questions! ~ Stan Let me know how it goes!

[@AlmostHeavenCamping]

Excellent video! I was a firm believer in Lucas grease until I switched to Amsoil Water Resistant for my SXS and now my camper. The grease comes out beautiful and the bearing temps are lower now too after a few ours on highway. About 15-20f

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Amsoil is an awesome product. Thank you for your kind words and joining us! Stan and Rhonda

[@leonascherer1617]

This is the best video I have ever seen that is so easy to follow and understand. The only question I have is how to get the right grease seals for your drums?

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Leona, first you need to determine what axle you have. For example on our Imagine we have 3,500lbs Dexter axles. With that information I went to Amazon. It usually on your axles.

[@daviddion3731]

Stan, GREAT video, thank you. I noticed that about 26:10 you pulled the grease seal with the puller, however, unless I missed it, I can’t find the section where you installed the new seal. Please advise. Thank you.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Go back to 19:37.

[@daviddion3731]

@@OverTheHillAdventures ok gotcha, thanks!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

@@daviddion3731 No problem!! I’m am glad you liked it. Stan

[@dglass7141]

Great job 👍 I'm getting ready to do that now on my Imagine. I've done mechanical work on cars and a truck. Thanks for a few tips I didn't know 👍. Thanks again from Michigan 😃👏

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

I’m glad I could help!

[@danhendrix9768]

What timing! Another great instructional video. You two are awesome we’re always looking forward to your videos.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Dan, got ready for the season. Thank you for your kind words and joining us. Blessings, Stan and Rhonda

[@justinmoe7058]

Great video. Thank you for being so thorough. Will be doing this in the spring with this video right by my side the whole way.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Justin, glad we could help. If you need anything or have questions, please reach out. Blessings, Stan and Rhonda

[@fifedizzy4563]

One of the best videos I have seen on the topic. Nice work!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Thank you I appreciate your kind words! Thank you for joining us. Stan and Rhonda❤️

[@robertdoyen5434]

Great job. I enjoy your videos on the upkeep of your camper keep them coming. Thanks from Wisconsin

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Robert, I’m glad you are enjoying our maintenance video. There will be more to come. Thank you for joining us. We will doing an extra video each week along with our adventure videos. Stay warm! Blessings, Stan and Rhonda

[@ericstoner8635]

Hi Stan, just came across your channel. Awesome video!!! Your instruction is terrific. This, coming from an instructor of photography for Canon USA. When I started I had to learn how people learn and you clearly understand that concept. I now have the confidence to do this job myself thanks to you. Subscribed and liked big time!!!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Eric, I really appreciate your kind words and feel incredibly humbled. Please don’t hesitate to reach out. Rhonda and l love to help. Thank you for joining Team OTHA. Stan and Rhonda

[@jonathanpopp3529]

Well explained! Just the right amount of information and time. Thank you! But one question about jacking up the camper. Some say to place the jack under the frame rather then the axle. I see you do under axle close to wheel. Why not under the frame?

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Jonathan, it is not necessary to jack it up by the frame. Some folks jack the trailer by the frame so they can work on all four tires at the same time. That takes two big floor jacks and heavy duty jack stands like when I upgraded the suspension. It is important to jack up each tire close to the tire by the axle U bolts so you don’t bend the axle. The same way when changing the tire. However, I would always use jack stands under the frame or you scissor jack for safety when working on your bearings for safety. Hope this helps, Stan

[@stevetsigounis6535]

Best video on packing your bearings!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Steve, I appreciate your comment! Thank you so much. Stan

[@dennistausky379]

The zerk fitting pushes grease through the back bearing and push the grease through the shaft cavity out through the outer bearing with the drum installed... can do this periodically in between repacks. If you see water or discolored grease will give you early warning of bearing failure.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Thank you! Stan and Rhonda

[@MarkDavisMHD]

I always learn something! Great step-by-step instructional video - you make it look easy!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Mark, I am glad that you enjoyed our how to video. We are also glad you get value from it. The thing is Mark, it is easy to do plus the best part is saving time and money. Thank you for your comment we appreciate you Mark. Blessings, Stan and Rhonda

[@bobanddangsjourney]

I am envious of your garage Stan. I have to do this on my gravel driveway - and I don't know why but I seem to always pick the hottest day of summer :( Great video - you covered all the points as far as I am aware - probably the best video I have seen on this topic. That's an interesting bearing packer - I use a slightly different style that you hook a grease gun to, but this looks pretty easy to use. I have seen recommendations to fill the entire cavity with grease afterwards using the zerk fitting and a grease gun, and I have done that, but maybe I'll try doing it the way you show here next time - sure a lot less messy when you have to get in there next time! I always keep an extra set of bearings/seals with me - firstly in case of a failure on the road, but also in case when I'm inspecting them they need to be replaced I have them on hand and ready - and they are not terribly expensive. Again, great production and very helpful - well done!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Bob and Dang, thank you for your comment. So here is the problem with filling the cavity. The grease hole is on the back of the spindle. The main issue is you might blow your rear seal out. If you pump a couple pumps through the Zerk fittings I think you’ll be ok. Having to much grease in their causes it’s own problems. You definitely want to avoid a grease blowout and get it all over your brakes. Great idea of keep and extra set of bearings!👍 Thank you for your kind words we appreciate you. Stan and Rhonda

[@thousel9325]

This spring I'm having a friend come over to watch me change out the suspension, on our Fifth wheel. (I'll have him and hubby for muscle power, if needed) I'll eventually have him come back over, and I'll change the bearing grease. I enjoy this stuff and why pay someone.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello T, well you be sure to reach out if you have questions. We are always willing to help. Blessings, Stan and Rhonda

[@iglapsu88]

Good job! I watched a lot of these and yours was one of the best!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Daniel, thank you I appreciate the comment! Stan

[@coreyspuzak6985]

Hey great video, Do you have the parts list for the grease seal and bearings? I have a 2018 2500RL, I would think the parts would be the same? Thanks.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Corey, you have Dexter 3500lbs axles. If you go to the link in our description, under our Amazon store then look under maintenance you will find the seals. The bearings are not listed. Just get the bearings for Dexter 3,500 lbs axels.

[@dennishannum7199]

Awesome video Stan! I will be doing this for the first time on my Travel trailer. No mechanical experience at all. It is a little nerve racking to think about screwing it up. You made it look fairly easy. You explained everything really well along the way. I appreciate keeping the videos explained for common folk. I will have your video close by for morale support. Where do you get your bearing seals at? I am not sure if they are all just one size fits all or there is a different size for each axel as they go up in pounds. I have Dexter 5100# axels. Looking forward to your video on lock replacement. Keep up the good work!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Dennis, I bought the seals from Amazon. No! One size does not fit all. However, they are all available through Amazon. What size of axles do you have? If you need to reach out no problem. If you need to know anything. We are here to help. Stan

[@martinrivest7026]

Thank you very much. I just have just finished, this is a great video !!! We have to do that after how many miles ?

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

At least check every 12,000 miles or 1 year. You want to make sure wheels turn smooth and your rear seals are not compromised. Also check for cracks in your rubber dust cover. Sand is notorious for bearing failures. Stan 👍

[@toobsguy]

Great video. Quick question about the lug nuts. Is there some sort of cap on them? I was doing some regular maintenance and the lug nut seems to have crimped and now I can’t get the socket around the lug nut itself. The RV place I called is saying the entire drum needs to be replaced so I don’t think they’re understanding my issue.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

It is very possible you have a different size lug nut. Sometimes when they tighten them too much they mushroom. You need to get it off and replace.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

What I have done in the past is get a socket and beat it on. Use a socket you might not want. There is no other way to get it off.

[@toobsguy]

@@OverTheHillAdventures Yeah, turned out it was just a cap on the actual lug nut. Was able to get it off and break off the cap. Thanks for the insight!

[@martinmeaders2067]

Nice to find a video with the same trailer I own.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Martin, perfect! Thank you for joining us. Stan and Rhonda

[@JFSMASH]

Good video Stan. Jack of all trades.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hey Jeff, make sure you get that done!! First thing to do on your new rig! Stan

[@jeffdroller]

How much grease did you use between the bearing packing tool and the tubes, for all four wheels?

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Jeff, I used a half of a one pound tube! Stan

[@jeffdroller]

Per tire?

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

@@jeffdroller no, when you use the bearing packer you only put the grease in until bearing is filled with grease. You will know this when you see it spew through the bearings. That is all you need.

[@grandadjess1731]

Question about lug nut torque. I seen a Grand Design chart that stated 15” aluminum wheels are torque to 100 with steel wheels at 110-120. Any idea if this chart is correct?

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

That is 100% correct for the lug nuts.

[@charlesmiller3134]

What do you do with the old grease and break cleaner?

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Charles, the old grease I wiped off with the towel I put in the trash. The brake cleaner evaporated in my bucket. Stan

[@charlesmiller3134]

Do you reuse seals or get new ones? If new ones, what’s the seal number or tube?

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Charles, if you go to the description below the video. There is a link that will send you to our Amazon store. Click on maintenance and you will find everything I used in the video. I used new seals you never use the old seal once you pull them. Stan

[@charlesmiller3134]

@@OverTheHillAdventures thank you sir.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

@@charlesmiller3134 you are welcome! If you need anything else just reach out. Stan

[@johntheiss9321]

Hi, where can I get the rubber for the dust cap and new seals? I looked at GD sight and I did not see any available?

[@johntheiss9321]

I found the seals on Amazon from your link, but not the dust cover ribber thingy.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi John, once you are in our Amazon store link. Just search Lippert bearing dust cap plug. Thank you for bringing this to our attention we will add it to our Amazon store. Stan

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Glad you found it on our link. Thank for joining us. Stan and Rhonda

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi John, I added the dust seals to our maintenance list. Thank you!

[@jeffdroller]

Great walk-thru. Much appreciated.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Jeff, your welcome!

[@jamesregister8883]

Will the one jar of Red N Tacky be enough for 4 wheels?

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Yes more than enough!

[@myriadcorp]

I didn't see any balancing weights on the tire. Isn't it better to have balanced wheels on the trailer? BTW that Milwaukie impact driver is a beast. I have one and love it.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Yes sir!! They used the sticky ones in the inside of the rim. Discount Tire is the best!! Had them all balanced when we put the new tires on. Thanks for the question. Love my Milwaukee. Why did I wait so long. Blessings, Stan and Rhonda

[@jeremylakenes6859]

They put grease zerks and manufacture has procedures for a reason. But your way works well too.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Jeremy, they put zerk fittings as an option I agree. Maybe not the best option. Thank you for joining us. Stan

[@jeremylakenes6859]

@@OverTheHillAdventures definitelyz uses a bunch of grease… but avoids having to yank out the seal and clean everything

[@larrywoessner5756]

When I used to pack wheel bearings, I would remove the front bearing and then replace the nut. Then I would pull the drum out quickly and the nut would remove the rear seal and bearing. Is that still an option? That was in the 70s when we also used to blow brake dust all over the place with compressed air, so maybe my wheel bearing removal method is also outdated

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Larry, really don’t want to do that with risk of damaging the bearing. If you are replacing the bearing they still do that. Thanks for joining us. Stan and Rhonda

[@46fd04]

Great job. The last thing that must be done, and was not shown here, is to adjust the brakes.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

We have self adjusting brakes. You are correct.

[@46fd04]

@@OverTheHillAdventures Perfect. But when you spun your brake drum, it moved quickly and easily. It is my opinion they should be manually adjusted at that time, if that can be done. I have never had self-adjusting trailer brakes, so I don't know if they can be done manually.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

@@46fd04 I am going to the Grand Design RV National Rally next week. I’m am going to ask them. It is also a good idea for another video. By the time I get back it will be time to check my bearings again. They are only 3,500 lbs axles for a rig that has a gross weight of 7,400 lbs. Thank you!

[@mrkrause3]

Great job! Thanks for sharing!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Ken, thank you for joining us. Stan and Rhonda

[@oyvey8]

Should you have adjusted the brake shoes?

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

I would totally adjust your brakes if needed. Mine were a little too tight to begin with. They would lock up too quick. My brakes were perfect when I did this video.

[@psnyder4696]

How did you get your boat so close to the wall?

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

The boat was light! I pushed it in that position. Stan

[@psnyder4696]

​@@OverTheHillAdventuresgreat content by the way. I saved this video for reference. Thank you!

[@mikelazz]

Great video.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Thank you Mike! I appreciate it! Stan

[@Michael_L_C]

Can you do a video on how to adjust the brakes?

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

I can! It is my understanding the brakes on our trailer are self adjusting. I will have to investigate. Thank you for your comment. Stan and Rhonda

[@grantschim]

Thanks for the informative video. You have convinced me that I’m paying someone else to do this for me. 😅. Any idea how much this service would cost?

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Grant, thank you for joining us. About $300 to $400 just to repack them. Don’t have the dealer do it no telling how they well have your trailer. Go with a mobile tech.

[@timf6916]

Do you do appointments online or over the phone? Good job.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

That’s pretty funny Tim. Anytime you need me let me know! We will see you at the GD rally!! Blessings, Stan and Rhonda

[@timf6916]

See you guys then.

[@jamesregister8883]

If you need new bearings, do you know where to get time?

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi James, you have 3,500lbs Dexter axles. You can get them from Lippert or Etrailer.com

[@JoeSchneider-nz4cu]

Hate to be picky, but you show removal of a washer after the lockring and castle nut removal around 9:50 in the video and do not describe replacing the washer which can be seen on the cardboard up until about 21:30 and then can be seen on the a spindle after 21:33.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Joe, your right!! Good eye I messed up on the editing. I forgot the washer and did it again. I used some of the wrong footage. Hopefully folks are better then me when putting things back together. Thank you! Stan

[@johnbezold926]

Great video thank you!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Thank you John I appreciate it! Stan

[@maximus2169]

Is 1 pound of grease enough to do 4 wheels?

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Yes!!

[@stuwardw]

Great how to, thank you!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Stuward, Thanks so much for the kind comment. We appreciate you reaching out! Hope it was helpful. Blessings, Rhonda and Stan

[@lordericheitz]

Good job, brother!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Thank you! Stan

[@michaelwise1801]

Axle nut retainer?

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Yes sir got it!

[@arunakalu]

AWESOME!!! Thank You!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

You’re so welcome! Hope it helps. - Stan

[@markphillips590]

I'm tracking the problem and asking - I pulled the breakaway switch on our 2022 2600RB - and the tires kept spinning - not supposed to happen - right? Battery is charged, Heading back to try and track the electrical from the breakaway switch; could replace it. Any suggestions? THANKS!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Mark, sorry for the late response. Our first day in Canada and ended up in the urgent care with 10 stitches. Definitely something wrong. The wheels should stop. There is an in line fuse at the beginning of the run. All four keep spinning? Make sure it is connected to the battery. Let me know. Stan

[@markphillips590]

@@OverTheHillAdventures YEOW - 10 stitches - guess it is better than a cast;) UPDATE: I have a good news and not so good. My front brakes work when the break-away is pulled; my back breaks do not and they look like brand new - probably have never engaged - and they are a year older than the front brakes. I would test my trailer brake gain - and it worked - guess it was just using the front axel. I'll be tracking the issue. THANKS FOR THE RESPONSE & ENJOY CANADA - STITCHES AND ALL!!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Sounds to me you have a cut wire or loose wire in the system. You know the front is working so I would start from there. Good luck.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Stitches are out and all is good!

[@richardkoch8752]

I'm old, crotchety and retired but I spent 20 years plus with trucking, heavy equip. op., farm equip and eventually 17 years patrol cars. EZ Lube is a easy out for the modern generation who wants the "EZ Way" to do things instead of the best way. Bearings have to be broken down, cleaned, visually and most important FELT to check for problems. First thing to do with a new trailer, especially a RV is get it home, do a physical bearing replacement with Timkens and do a repack every year/10,000 miles.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Thanks for sharing Richard. Stan

[@freefrankgable]

Why would you replace the bearings on a new rv as soon as you get home?

[@richardkoch8752]

@@freefrankgable for the same reason GD is connecting vinyl water line hose to PVC hose & fittings which is against code in residential construction. Look under your sink and toilet etc etc. The same reason GD claims a R-40 insulation in the roof which is physically impossible. Same reason your tongue weight is probably 50% more than they showed in the sales propaganda. Manufacturers can not be trusted. The RV Industry is using the cheapest components they can find. I know of two new trailers that caught on fire because they didn't have enough bearing grease and bad bearings from the factory.. The bearings they're using are cheap Chinese junk. At 60 Mph the only thing touching the pavement are your tires. They're on wheels held onto the axle and rotating by axle components. When it comes to running gear I want the best and they get a lot of attention.

[@ward9716]

great vid. Thank you.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Thank you for joining us!

[@Gr8LakesCamper]

Another vote here for using a bearing packer. Hope you both are well!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Rick, thank you! Did you by any chance get a peek on what we have on our scissor jack. You will love them on your trailer. Coming out soon. Thanks for watching. Blessings, Stan and Rhonda

[@Gr8LakesCamper]

@@OverTheHillAdventures Yep, sure did. On my list of things to get. By the way, my 2022 2500RL came with power stabilizer jacks.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

@@Gr8LakesCamper lucky you!! I am pretty sure SnapPad have those for your power jacks already. I forget sometimes you are in the business. We are beta testing these specifically for scissor jacks. If all goes they well be releasing them at the end of the month. Just another phenomenal product. We love them!!

[@2015_Rubicnn]

Don't forget to check adjustment on the brake shoes too.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Absolutely! Thank you!

[@TheRedHornet]

If you DON’T screw the plunger on, as he is doing, the bearing grease packer, it will jam-pack grease throughout your bearing. The plunger should only be screwed onto the packer when you want to pull the ram back up.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Thanks Jody packed the bearing’s really well. Stan

[@MrTravisAl]

Can you translate to lamespeak? Jam-packing is a good thing? or can they be over packed? No, right? The more geese the better right? (okay as the video plays we learn that it’s BAD to over-grease the bearings) “Pulling ‘the ram’ back up” means? I’m an auto mechanic but never worked on tow-along trailers.

[@timothycole7410]

Just the single $18 bearing. Luckily AutoZone had a cross reference product. Called local Camping World and they not only didn’t have the bearing. They did not stock any oil seals. ?? Also, my 2023 spindle differs from the one in your video. Not a surprise due to dependency on China.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Nice!! You should be all set to go!!

[@nathanurick8320]

It’s very simple, you really don’t need to be mechanically inclined

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Nathan, thank you for your input. Some folks might find it difficult. Thank you for joining us! Stan and Rhonda

[@johnmchargue7628]

Ok, I typically don't criticize how-to videos, but why in the world would you ever fill the cap with grease after packing the bearings, especially with a greaseable spindle? I've been repacking bearings for over 50 years, including semi-tractors and trailers (before oil bath), farm tractors and equipment, boat trailers, utility trailers. livestock trailers...and have never filled the cap with grease, although I've been annoyed when someone before me has. It's not going to work its way from the cap into the bearing and it would just make that much more mess when you repack it next time. You would have to dig it out to even find the grease zerk if/when you want to add grease. The only exception might be a boat trailer with a spring-loaded bearing buddy that helps prevent water from entering around the seal and it's pressurized from the outside. If it makes you feel better to do so, go ahead, but that bearing isn't going to last one mile longer for doing so.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi John, I appreciate your infinite wisdom. Thank you so much for sharing. To be honest it does make me feel better only because that’s the way it came from the manufacturer. Hope you have a wonderful day! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️

[@st6795]

i replaced my chinese bearing with Timkins.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

That’s a good move!!

[@byronewhite]

You better make sure your bearings are REALLY DRY!!!!!!! And I don't mean sort of dry!!!!! before repacking. If you use a bearing packer you can wipe the bearings really good don't wash, then and let the packer push in the new grease.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Byron, yes sir super dry! That’s why I use brake cleaner. It will also dry out your hands! 😂

[@sundancer3700]

But you missed putting fresh grease on the back side of the brake shoe where it touches the backing plate. You must do this so the shoe can pivot properly. Also at the end you have to preload the bearing to 50 pounds with a torque wrench before backing off the nut. If people follow you the bearing may overheat and wheel fall off, learn how to do it right.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

It is always great to have someone comment with so much infinite wisdom. What I was taught not torque when repacking old bearings. When putting in new bearings absolutely correct to torque your bearings nut down to 50lbs WHILE turning the drum. Never heard of put grease anywhere near the back of the brake shoe. That will contaminate the break shoe. However thank you for your wisdom. Different strokes for different folks.

[@sundancer3700]

@@OverTheHillAdventures Bearings need to be preloaded regardless if new or old for proper seat then back it off. Shows you dont know the proper way if you dont grease the back side of the shoe, there are two raised areas that slide on the backing plate that require a dab of grease and wont contaminate the shoe. Do as you wish but I like to do things the right way and not be that guy sitting on the side of the freeway broke down.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

@@sundancer3700I have 33,000 miles on those bearings and they look impeccable. Thank you for blessing us with your rude comments. It really doesn’t hurt to just be nice. Just remember Uncle Fester what comes around goes around! Have a blessed day!

[@sundancer3700]

@@OverTheHillAdventures Just hate seeing people put out incomplete garbage videos for others. Ill wave when I pass you on the shoulder with those old bearings.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

@@sundancer3700 no you won’t. I just bought a new rig. I will take care of it in the same way. Why don’t you take your garbage someplace else if you can’t be nice. I appreciate you explaining how you do your bearings. We can agree to disagree. We like all comments just be a positive person. Negativity is ugly!

[@mattsmith6828]

the answer to your 1rst question: no, the previous owners of my "new" trailer did NOT know they had to check their wheel bearings........ ever.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Matt, that’s not good! Routine maintenance is very important. Stan

[@jimanderson2518]

Amazes me how many wannabe back yard mechanics miss the break pad gage inspection.... Not to mention correct cleaning of the drum .... not to mention the correct setting of the castle nut ....hand tight?? Really?...... Not to mention correct adjusting of pads after assembly.....

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

There is always one in the bunch move on Mater Mechanic!!

[@tioganh]

Overt the Hill where in the world did you get your Intro music. So loud and obnoxious.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Dave, it’s called humbled beginnings! Sorry about that. Out of 1.5 million views on our channel this was the first time someone said anything about it. We will try to do better. Stan and Rhonda