Does Out of Place Grease Cap Indicate a Need for Replacement
Question:
Hello, I’ve noticed that the one of the wheel hub’s metal ring that holds the dust cap in place has more play than the others on our trailer. I repacked the bearings last year. Does the movement of the metal ring indicate that a replacement is needed? We have a 2015 Keystone Passport 238ML. Thank you!
asked by: Nat B
Helpful Expert Reply:
It looks like your dust cap shifted out of place somehow. There is nothing designed to indicate a need for replacement, but that is not the way it should look. I would pull it off all the way and inspect it. If it looks fine drive it back in and make sure it is a snug fit. If it appears to have an issue go ahead and replace it. If you want to be on the safe side I say go ahead and replace it either way.
I have attached a link to our E-Z lube grease caps below if you need a replacement. You can choose the correct one by matching it to what you currently have based on outer diameter.
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Grease Cap, 1.99" OD EZ Lube Drive in with Plug - Qty 2
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Caps
- E-Z Lube Grease Cap
- 1.99 Inch O.D.
- TruRyde
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