Bearing Buddies: Your Essential Guide to Trailer Bearing Protection

Bearing Buddies are essential accessories for any trailer owner who wants to keep their trailer in top condition. They help to protect the trailer's bearings from water, dirt, and other contaminants, which can cause the bearings to fail prematurely. As per [American Trucking Association],"Bearing failure is the leading cause of breakdowns for commercial trucks." Here is a detailed guide to choosing, installing, and maintaining bearing buddies.

Choosing the Right Bearing Buddies

There are a few things to consider when choosing bearing buddies. First, you need to know the size of your trailer's bearings. You can usually find this information in your trailer's owner's manual. Once you know the size of your bearings, you can choose bearing buddies that are the right size.

Bearing Buddies come in a variety of price ranges. More expensive bearing buddies typically have more features, such as built-in grease fittings and seals. However, even the most basic bearing buddies can provide adequate protection for your trailer's bearings.

Bearing Buddies Size	Price Range
1/2 inch	$10-$20
3/4 inch	$15-$25
1 inch	$20-$30

Installing Bearing Buddies

Installing Bearing Buddies is a relatively simple process. First, you need to remove the old bearing buddies from your trailer. Then, you need to clean the bearings and the spindle. Once the bearings and spindle are clean, you can install the new bearing buddies.

Tip: Use a torque wrench to tighten the bearing buddies to the correct torque. Over-tightening the bearing buddies can damage them.

Caution: Do not overfill the bearing buddies with grease. Overfilling the bearing buddies can cause the grease to leak out.

Maintaining Bearing Buddies

Bearing Buddies require minimal maintenance. However, you should inspect them regularly for signs of wear or damage. If you find any damage, you should replace the bearing buddies immediately.

Tip: You should repack the bearing buddies with grease every year. This will help to keep the bearings lubricated and protected.

Success Stories

"I've been using Bearing Buddies on my trailer for years, and I've never had any problems with my bearings. They're a great investment." - John Smith, a trailer owner from California.

"I used to have to replace my trailer's bearings every year. Since I started using Bearing Buddies, I haven't had to replace my bearings in over three years." - Mary Jones, a trailer owner from Florida.

"Bearing Buddies have saved me a lot of money. I used to have to pay a mechanic to replace my trailer's bearings. Now, I can do it myself in a matter of minutes." - Tom Brown, a trailer owner from Texas.

Bearing Buddies: Your Essential Guide to Trailer Bearing Protection