How often should bearings be repacked

[ensign]

Hi friends,

I have around 5000 miles on my 2013 32bds. This will be my third summer, having bought the trailer in July 2102.

Should be axle bearings be repacked?

Thanks

Ensign.

[Bassdogs]

I didn't do mine until I estimated I had maybe 10k on my 06 TT. Service guy said they were still in good shape but for $50 it was worth it before we set out for a long roadtrip. Not sure what they recommend but I check my boat trailer wheels every couple of years because they get submerged when you launch and retrailer the boat. Water will kill bearings.

[norty1]

I have mine repacked every couple of years. We tow about 10k a year.

[clutch]

I usually go 15 to 20k miles. Around 4 to 5 years. That is a good time for the brakes to be cleaned, adjusted. I ask myself the question " how often do the bearings on the car get repacked"?

[norty1]

The bearings on most vehicles are usually not carrying the max weight like most travel trailers.

[Bassdogs]

While its unlikely, but if axles spend any time in water [flood, high water, towing thru stream] I would check them before long term storage or your next pull. Just pop the dust cover and check for moisture. Otherwise 2 years is a good schedule. Its not expensive. I use to do my own but as I got older I realized the cost is minimal and peace of mind knowing they were done right is worth it.