Trailer Wheel Bearing Grease Repack and Easy Lube - RV Travel Trailer & Fifth Wheel

Trailer wheel bearing grease repack procedure for both standard axles and EZ lube axles on an RV, travel trailer, or fifth wheel.
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Many bad things can happen while towing a trailer but seized wheel bearings should be avoided at all costs! Thankfully, it doesn't cost much to ensure the wheel bearings on your travel trailer or fifth wheel are properly lubricated.
Manufacturers recommend to repack the grease on trailer wheel bearings every 10,000 miles or once a year, whichever comes first. RV repair shops charge roughly $100 per axle, however this is an easy project that can be done at home if you are handy and have the required tools.
Many newer travel trailers and fifth wheels come equipped with EZ lube axles which make the wheel bearing grease repack procedure incredibly easy. In this video I show step-by-step procedures on how to repack wheel bearing grease for both standard axles and EZ lube axles.
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[@TheLeep1]

I just watched your video on wheel bearings..I am hoping thatmine are the second kind..I'm an old guy, probably about your dad's age, or maybe your grand dads...I have worked on many cars and trucks in the past, 60's to 80's..I really appreciate the demonstration..I have seen the guy that initially helped you try and get out from his videos..If you don't mind an old dude watching your travels and learning from your travels, we , my wife and and I, are grateful for the opportunity..Thanks, PickNorm...(My wife's name is Pick and mine, of course is Norm..Take care and see you both again..

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[@gregoryskaggs656]

Well done! As a retired mechanic, I can say you hit all the key elements of that task. One suggestion I might add would be to check your brake operation, while the wheel is off the ground prior to disassembly. This will alert you to brake trouble that may need professional attention. I prefer to repack the bearing from the "large" side where there is more room for grease to enter and pass through. My trailer also has the Dexter Easy-lube axle that allows grease gun repacking, but I still remove the hub/drum assembly for brake inspection every other repack. The finishing touch is a brake adjustment check to insure proper operation. Stay safe and keep the shiny side up!

[@CharlesinGA]

Yes, I've never seen a bearing hand packed from the small side of the bearing, I too do the large side down to your palm and the grease.

[@WittyRat]

Same here. Mom and I were into off reading, etc, and that is how she taught me. And she learned from grandpa who was farmer and then truck driver, soooo.

[@SuperJoeReb]

Gregory, I bought my first tt last month. It is 2019, used. Do you think I should check and repack the bearings? and how do you check the electronic brakes? That is totally new to me also.

[@gregoryskaggs656]

@@SuperJoeReb Congrats on getting into the RV life. I would recommend inspecting and repacking the wheel bearings. Your rig is two years old and it's very possible it has not had that service yet. To check the electric brake operation; while the wheel is lifted and the axle is secured by safety stands, before disassembly of the hubs spin the wheel and have an assistant apply the trailer brake with the tow vehicle's control unit. If the wheel stops, system is working. If it fails to stop, further repairs are needed. Do this for each wheel that has brakes. As always, if you are unsure of taking on this task, seek a professional. Safe travels!

[@raylaux8295]

@@CharlesinGA Yes, that is the proper way to funnel grease to the small side.

[@gloriaowensby1475]

David-You and your lovely wife, Jenny are ones of the first Full time Rv-ers that caught my eye! You get along so well together and always seem respectful toward one another. I Truly appreciate that and how you divide up the daily duties! That being said, you are a very precise instructor and make me feel as though even I could accomplish such a difficult task-If I only had All the right tools?! Anyway, I love watching your videos and travel vicariously along with you, Jenny, Butter, Sweetie and the younger gray kitty-her name escapes me at the moment? -as well as your 2 sweet bunnies! Safe Travels!

[@Ryan.Willis]

I mean there is no way they don’t occasionally yell at each other when backing into a space. 😉 😂

[@sanfanato45chaldeaans33]

Good job! Thanks! Spoke loudly and directed camera correctly. A+

[@kennethhieke6623]

Awesome. Thanks for the tutorial. Love your delivery and organization, David!

[@lrobie123]

Thanks much for making this video. Way more confidence now to change my wheel bearing grease

[@garygonz1]

Excellent video David!! Easy to understand, thorough and clearly explained! My wife even wants to try greasing our trailer once it's ready!! Another great video to look forward to each week! Just missing seeing Jenni and the pets.... Thanks so much for the tutorial.

[@rolandsalazar9562]

Great tutorial. Clear & comprehensive. Thanks 👍🏼.

[@maryannchiquete3063]

Your video is so helpful, after watching I went out to look at our bearings on our 2008 Holiday Rambler that we recently purchased and I was so happy to see that we have the Dexstar bearings.

[@AlcoholFreeRV]

You're a week ahead of us on axle maintenance, repacking our bearings next week!

[@southernkayaker]

VERY good job, sir!! You did an excellent tutorial and spoke to each phase of this task clearly and with detail. You also added "extras" along the way. I liked the mention of your Dad, too :) Thanks!!!

[@MrRMB1]

Great job!! Appreciate you going over everything and skipping nothing!!

[@CampingCompanions]

We’re so glad you posted this. We need to do ours before we head out this coming season. Great job! 🙏❤️

[@judysuprtrkr3423]

I’m a girl ( well actually an old lady 67 ). I’m going to tackle this job. I’ve helped my ex repack cat bearings on D-7 & D-9’s. I want to make sure it’s done RIGHT besides I don’t have excess money to do something that looks so easy.😵‍💫 I’ve checked bearings before for flat spots, wear, however they were LOTS bigger!! Your video was really informative. I feel this is sooo important as I am a solo camper with 26 years of solo semi driving being most of my income. Thanks so much for your help.💕

[@GJRoamingRolling]

Thank you very much for this video David! First time doing this task and your step by step instructions allowed me to complete the task very easily!

[@johnl6769]

This is a very well done video. Very clear and concise presentation, with good video and audio clarity. Perhaps the best how-to video I have seen. Nice job!

[@kencrawford2979]

Thank you David! Well done, enjoying & learning much...first time with a camper.

[@GrizOnTheTrail]

TREMENDOUSLY instructional video!!! Thank you for your efforts and detail in putting this very educational video together. You have saved me hundreds of $$$. Happy RVing.

[@dominicm.8283]

Great video and overview! Thanks! I need to preform this maintenance on our travel trailer as well. Safe travels.

[@jamesgardner2046]

Saved my day, I have the Easy Lube Axles. I am used to the old way of repacking the bearings.

[@FateUnbound]

Nice! Yeah the easy lube makes life so much easier.

[@SceneSprout]

I love how you pack so much amazing info into each of your DIY videos! We plan on doing as much DIY as we can. Ya never know when something is gonna go wrong and if you know how to fix it on the side of the road or on an old country road your alot better off :D THanks again!

[@FateUnbound]

I always prefer DIY if I'm able to. It saves money, you gain experience and know how to maintain your own equipment, and we dont have to drop our home off at a shop! Thanks for the kind words 👍🙂 -David

[@DnSAdventures]

Great in depth video!! I had only used the Dexter EZ lube before, but it was great seeing this done both ways! I use a wide flat head screwdriver to help get that old grease out of there. Will definitely have to inspect those brakes later this year though and will reference this video again. Thanks for putting in all the effort into making this video! - Shane

[@ABonRMS]

Wow, thanks for making it look so easy. I have an equipment trailer that is a year old so knowing I can do this myself it will get done sooner rather than putting it off.

[@nadpart]

Thank you David, it was very good detailed. I enjoyed watching it.

[@danfromnorth52]

Thank you so much for this excellent video. We were getting ready to head out on our rv vacation and I could not get in to any of the garages that do this so I was forced to do it my self. Your video is perfect and very professional. Now I can feel good about going’ down the road. Thanks again from a very appreciative guy from Canada.

[@RAYTHEDOGWALKER]

Enjoyed this video. Learned a lot but I also learned a bit more from some of the comments. Thanks.

[@brunoethier896]

Very useful for new trailer owners! Thanks!

[@mommywero]

Thank you for the video. Helped me a lot in a tough situation.

[@carldreitlein1376]

Thanks David , nice easy to understand video , I’m getting ready to do mine for the first time

[@debbietaylor8091]

I don't think I'd ever plan on doing that but at least I would know how. Thanks great video

[@toddwills8592]

Really like your channel and travel stories. FWIW with the bearing repack I would also clean and adjust all the trailer brakes.

[@B-real85]

Hands down one of the best explanations of correctly packing the bearing of a trailer

[@FateUnbound]

Thank you!

[@Chewy_GarageBandDad]

First that’s a camper or a RV recreational vehicle. Not really a trailer. If you wanna be sincere, you should remove that word from the title. But I’ll let you be you. have a good day.

[@robertwagner2363]

Excellent! Thank You. Again.

[@davidbryanwoodworksandmore]

Really thorough and informative video. I need to do this with my trailer. Thank you.

[@TheLeep1]

I really appreciate the video on repacking the wheel bearings..I am really hoping that I have the newer kind..Thanks.....Norm..

[@aljones9114]

Great video David! It was really helpful!

[@wepopupanywhere1749]

Great video David!! Thanks so much. Enjoy South Dakota!!!

[@alanj7306]

Great video. You always do an awesome job explaining how to accomplish these tasks. It doesn’t look that hard to do. Messy and more time consuming than anything.

[@bmoore3199]

Excellent meticulous oral and visual instructions. Great video Sir. .

[@glockmaestro]

great video, thanks!

[@love2drop289]

This was a great reminder that I need to do this before we hit the road next week. Thanks!

[@FateUnbound]

You're welcome! And remember to repack them every 10,000 miles! -David

[@love2drop289]

Fate Unbound , thanks! Last year was our first year rv’ing and we put just over 9k miles. We are about to go from Louisiana to Yellowstone and a bunch of points in between so now is the time. Thanks again!!

[@sandyallen8935]

Thanks so much for this video. Very informative and easy to understand. Best to you and yours! Sandy

[@tsanx4562]

Really informative video, great job!! One thing, I would recommend getting, an impact rated socket, they usually have a black oxide finish on them, they are made for use with an impact wrench, thicker walled and shouldn't shatter if not used properly. The chromed sockets have much thinner walls and will crack or shatter during a failure while using with an impact.

[@glennostlee9662]

This is great information and refresher course.

[@hooahextreme]

Great idea to show both methods even though you have EZlube bearings. I love the EZlube bearings, much easier. FYI the center caps normally have a removable end piece so that you don't have to remove the tire, but be careful because it is just plastic, sprayed with chrome. The inside tabs are easily broken when removing them. Just gently pry with a very thin screw driver.

[@kens805]

WOW! What a good teacher! THX!!

[@tomference4618]

Nice job,..a good presentation with instruction!

[@lindafields8995]

Great video. Just doing my bearings for the first time. Did not realize that you could pump thru the E-Z lube spindle without blowing out the rear seal. Thanks

[@jebutah9705]

Great job David, very well done video that hit all the points. Thank you

[@FateUnbound]

Thank you Jeb!

[@tikoy1955]

Good video. Can't wait for next video.

[@JOHNM572]

good video just make your job alot easier by loading the bearing from the large side. this man knows the proper way of checking ,cleanig,repacking bearings the right way and add additional grease inside the hubs. for the people that watch/listen to dexter axle talk or videos disregaurd all that garbage and make your family safe when going on vacation. enjoy

[@plana1344]

Great vid. That grease looked delicious. I may never need to eat Tide pods again. Happy that non-impact socket didn't explode on you because on everything else, I learned a lot. Nice work.

[@clysack07]

Really great video. Thanks a ton.

[@donaldwatts9201]

Great video !

[@paulmatovich7941]

Excellent video! Thank you

[@iglapsu88]

Good vid. Thanks. Like others have said, I would still do it the old-fashioned way even if I had the E-Z Lube system for fear the seal or other parts are bad. Visual inspection helps. I would rely on the EZ-Lube method you showed in second part of video only in an emergency situation.

[@SuperJoeReb]

Now this is the way to do a DYI video. Thanks.

[@dreamlookautodetailingauto3353]

Great instructional video!

[@1robertmkelly]

Thanks ... great demonstration for required maintenance. ;-)

[@rvdogfl]

Great job keep up the good work

[@skipwilliam5639]

Im glad ya packed the bearings the old school way :o)

[@tomference4618]

Nice presentation,..a good learnings!

[@southmesaadventures]

Great job! I learned something new today. 👍🏻

[@atokarchik]

Awesome video! Thanks!

[@rogeliop69]

Thanks for the great video!

[@justinjc17]

Nice job David! I have a 2016 Springdale Summland 2450rb. I always thought I had to take my wheels off to pack my bearings to get access to the EZ lube system but just recently realized that the cap that covers the dust cover has a circular piece that pops off with a flat head so you can get access to the EZ lube! I literally just figure this out a few weeks ago and blew my mind!!! Lol not sure if you’re Rig is set up the same way but hope this little bit of advice helps! Keep making great videos!

[@saddlebum]

Great explanation of how this should be done. Thank you!

[@StudsMeister]

Great video! Keep up the awesome work!

[@FateUnbound]

Thank you!

[@bautistajesus05]

Great video. Just did mine.

[@markkot5382]

Thanks for the video. Have repacked bearing in cars and worked on a lot of car breaks before but not my camper yet. Make sure to throw some safety glasses on in you’re not using impact sockets. I’ve seen those shatter. Keep the videos coming!

[@46fd04]

Great video. Repacking tip: turn the bearing over and pack it from the larger side. The groove is larger and the grease gets in much faster and easier. In my opinion, the inside bearing did not enough grease in it. And, use a rubber mallet to reinstall seals and dust covers.

[@tammymcdowell9469]

Another great informative video. Thanks so much.

[@FateUnbound]

Thanks Tammy! Hope you're having a good day 😊

[@marywest3418]

Great video with great information 👍 thank you

[@pmh1nic]

Great job! I think even with wheels with access to the zerks you still have to raise the trailer so you can spin the wheel while pumping in the grease.

[@kevincameron8437]

Great video and everything looks good. About to do mine. Although I prefer a click style torque wrench..no need to look while torquing. Thanks for sharing.

[@bandoheme]

Great job!

[@BillUtah]

Great video. As I come to my first year of owning the trailer I'll be doing this. I've got the same Dexter axles and I think if you look at your hub caps you can remove the center part to get to the rubber cap on the hub. 🤔 Great informative video David! 👍 Thanks and take care, Bill in Utah

[@nh_keith8023]

Great video....thank you!

[@Thesaltymedic36]

Make sure to torque those lugs again at 25, 50 and 100 miles. I’ve found loose lugs on mine up to 50 miles.

[@FateUnbound]

We check the torque on our trailer lug nuts before every trip, there are always a few that are not to spec

[@jeremsgarage]

Very Helpful! Thank you!

[@FateUnbound]

You're welcome!

[@cmanleyspy]

Bro, thank you so much for being such a phenomenal instructional video! Would love to meet up with you guys sometime while camping!

[@dudleyvaillancourt5989]

Doing it yourself assures it was done correctly as we do know a lot of these RV dealership tech's can't always be reliable as I would like to see.

[@dougsyd1662]

Need to do the bearings on ours. Good video. Thanks.

[@FateUnbound]

Nice! Do you plan on doing it yourself?

[@kennethclower3416]

great, informative video

[@phillipstafrace408]

For the time and effort I am just going to repack each year so I can also inspect the breaks etc. The idea of pumping new grease in the like you showed at end I have heard of issues with seals failing under the pressure and grease getting on the break parts driving down the road. Not sure if this is true but Option A seems like the better way to go. I did this last year with a mechanic friend of mine last year. This video was a great refresher and I will get at it this weekend. :)

[@KelanaFamily]

this is great video :D

[@jovanhill5064]

Great video thank you!

[@joedoug3647]

EXCELLENT video!

[@FateUnbound]

Thank you!

[@46fd04]

When tightening the large bearing nut, rotate the drum while you're tightening. Use a torque wrench set at 50 ft/lbs. Then loosen the nut, tighten by hand, and install the clip. I believe that is the Dexter EZ Lube reinstall procedure.

[@judysuprtrkr3423]

Thanks so much for your tip! I haven’t looked at my fifth wheel to see which application it takes. Judy

[@curtiszeeb5549]

Great job..thanks

[@LivingTheGoodLifeRving]

Thank you for sharing

[@Stargate971]

Very informative video! I used to work at a trailer shop & will tell you that the standard "store brand" bearing grease isn't as good as some of the name brands. I use Star-Brite marine grade bearing grease on all of my trailers & never had a single problem, it has much better film strength and stands up to higher temps. Also, to properly set bearing lash you tighten the axle nut down (not just snug) then let it out 1/4 to 1/2 turn. A good way to check for no slop is take both your hands & place them on either side of the hub, then wiggle back & forth, you should only feel a slight movement (like a click). I noticed you left a little too much slop when you re-installed, just my 2 cents.

[@NoName-zq6ic]

Yep, New Bearings=Zero Lash. Used Bearings go zero lash then back off a 1/4 turn. The used bearings have already done their expansion.

[@jasonplank8803]

Too much end-play on that spindle and you'll fry your hub. Ask me how I know. :)

[@merlecoggins7712]

I always pack bearings from the larger side. The opening between the cage and inner bearing race is usually larger on that side and you can get the grease packed in easier from that side. Also, added grease in the cap doesn't do much for you, but it doesn't hurt anything. However, I would recommend adding more grease in between the bearings. I always set the hub on with the outer bearing out, then pack grease into the pocket behind the bearing before putting the bearing in. This ensures that you have enough grease to keep the bearings well lubricated between services.

[@stephenheineke5568]

Exactly what I was thinking when I saw him packing from the narrow side.

[@TheLeep1]

Thanks for that..I will add that to what I learned from his video..

[@tonyw9429]

“Bearing Buddy” hub covers works great at completely filling the entire cavity with grease using just a grease gun. Also, he shouldn’t have pre-greased the spindle, 1) It’s going to push grease back into the brake when you put the hub on. 2) You don’t want grease on your inner and outer bearing races, they are not supposed to spin on the shaft or inside the hub, only the bearings should spin inside the races.

[@jgonzales91754]

Do the break need any adjustment at this time?

[@06m50blue]

@@tonyw9429 you do want grease on the outer race. That's where the bearing rollers ride bud.

[@Knuckledragnation]

3:04 Your Jack was growing hair! 🤣🤣🤣 ✌🏽

[@conradh7659]

Awesome video Fate Unbound!

[@mightymidget4835]

Thanks David! You just saved me 500. dollars with this great video. 🙏🏽

[@dudleyvaillancourt5989]

Great job..

[@bsjcook]

Nice video! A product that I found is a set of 4 Centramatic wheel balancers. It makes a huge difference because most RV's don't have shocks, a few ounces out of balance shakes the heck out of the RV at highway speeds. A set of 4 is about $200. I use them on the toe vehicle truck also.

[@46fd04]

My trailer has the EZ Lube system and I never use it. I repack the old fashioned way to avoid contaminating the brakes and to use a lot less grease.

[@OnlyDrones]

My Preferred Grease is LUCAS OIL RED TACKY! An outstanding product! Made for Wheel Bearings and has a DROP RATE of 540 degrees!

[@jdr7288]

I found that my center hub cover, actually has a small "hub cap", looks like yours does too. There is a small indent for a screwdriver and once you pop that off, you have access to the rubber cover on the grease fitting and away you go. Thanks for all your videos.