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Old 05-31-2014, 09:33 AM   #1
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Wheel Bearing seal part

I plan on repacking my wheel bearing and was wondering what is the best way to identify what type/brand/size of wheel bearing seals I will need without having to take a wheel off first. I would like to have all the parts in hand prior to starting the process of repacking.
I have a 2013 26BH Jay flight. It is coming up on two years old this summer and has approx. 6000 miles on it.

I thank you in advance for any replies and assistance.

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You could ask the dealer or check the spec on your axles. Usually the seal number is right on the seal itself. Most auto parts store carry the several popular seals. Yours being fairly new should be no exception.

I wouldn't sweat having parts on hand unless you live out in the sticks.

BTW, if you pull the seals correctly there is no reason they can't be reused. A lot of bearing seal on cars were reused before the age of sealed bearings.
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Assuming you have Dexter axles. I took all the info off of the axle tag and emailed the info to Dexter. They emailed me back all the part numbers for seals, brakes,etc.
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I e-mailed Jayco asking which axle I had. They replied with a Jayco part number and a description. Using the description and searching the Dexter on-line catalog I was able to track down that info. Since I haven't actually torn down a hub yet, let me restate that I "think" I know the part numbers. Jayco's response was: Your unit has Dexter axles and the Jayco part number is 0195035 AXLE,EZ-LUBE 7000 LBS 86.00/68.50 8 LUG 1/2" STUD STRAIGHT OVERSLUNG WITHOUT SHOCK PLATE
12X2 ELECTRIC BRAKE NEVER ADJUST BRAKES NO LUG NUTS.

Out of the above, what I take to be the important stuff is: EZ-Lube, 7000#, 8 lug, 1/2" stud, 12x2 electric brake.

I'm not sure what "86.00/68.50" means but I guessing it's length and spring location specifications.

The Dexter site is: http://www.dexteraxle.com/parts_store_
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Ses like a very timely answer.
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Follow up question.
I have got the part numbers I need from Jayco. I know if the bearing is pitted, corroded or worn to replace it and I have to replace the grease seal if damaged during the bearing removal. However, do I need to replace the wheel bearing cone along with the seal or just the seal? I see from Dexter axle you can purchase the seals separately but the cones only are sold along with new bearings.
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I've always replaced the seal if I've removed it. I can never get them out without buggering them up.
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Follow up question.
I have got the part numbers I need from Jayco. I know if the bearing is pitted, corroded or worn to replace it and I have to replace the grease seal if damaged during the bearing removal. However, do I need to replace the wheel bearing cone along with the seal or just the seal? I see from Dexter axle you can purchase the seals separately but the cones only are sold along with new bearings.
Chances are if the bearing is damaged, the race "cone" will also be bad. I wouldn't take any chances. I would suggest pulling one wheel apart and get all the numbers. Your local NAPA parts store will be able to match them up. I was able to replace all of the wheel bearings and seals on my brother inlaws camper for just shy of $50, not including the greese I already had. He priced the same bearings and seals at the local RV dealership and was almost $150 for the same parts...
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EZ lube requires no teardown to re-pack. If the seals are not leaking just follow the instructions on dexters website for EZ LUBE axles.
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Tapered roller bearing cones and cups must be replaced as a set. A seal is only a few bucks so it's silly not to replace it at the same time.
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I just got done doing my 2017, 26BH for the first time. Probably had around 4000 miles on it, and we've had it for a year. I could argue that it didn't really need it yet, but on the other hand, how do I know if it got done right at the factory?

I used an online video as my guide. In the video, he was able to remove the seal without wrecking it, but mine are a little different than the ones in the video. They definitely got messed up when I pounded/pried them out. No way I would reuse them. I found mine locally for about twenty bucks...waaaaay too much I figure, so I'll get them in advance next time for a lot less. Still, compared to having it done, I saved the big bucks and didn't have to leave my trailer at the dealer's.

Overall, repacking is a fairly easy job. Took me an afternoon. And, as long as I had the trailer jacked up, I slid under on the creeper, and adjusted the brakes.

Good luck with your repacking.
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I'm not sure what "86.00/68.50" means but I guessing it's length and spring location specifications.



The Dexter site is: http://www.dexteraxle.com/parts_store_

I went through this in the summer when I had to change out my bent axle. Those numbers mean 86” hub face to hub face and the 68.5 is the spring center
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Don't forget the TV bearings, they went just as far with more stress. Just say'in
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Going to pack my wheel bearings on my 2018 Jayco 28bhbe as well. Wondering if it's the same part for the seal? I'm terms of adjusting the brakes, what is the best way to accomplish this?
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Going to pack my wheel bearings on my 2018 Jayco 28bhbe as well. Wondering if it's the same part for the seal? I'm terms of adjusting the brakes, what is the best way to accomplish this?
If I remember correctly, the 26BH has 3500 lb axles. I don't think the 28BHBE can get away with 3500 lb axles so it's best to crawl under the trailer, find your axle tag then go to the manufactures' website then look up the part numbers. I had Dexter axles but found Lippert seals had the same specs and were cheaper so I put Lippert brand seals on Dexter Axles.

Personally, I would not even mess with repacking bearings on a TT that new unless you have put several thousand miles on it. I didn't repack the bearings on our old 26BH until the third or fourth year we had it and the bearings were fine.

As far as brake adjustment, buy the brake adjuster....they are cheap and make the job easier. Adjust the drum adjuster until you cannot turn the drum by hand then back off the adjuster 10 clicks.
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If I remember correctly, the 26BH has 3500 lb axles. I don't think the 28BHBE can get away with 3500 lb axles so it's best to crawl under the trailer, find your axle tag then go to the manufactures' website then look up the part numbers. I had Dexter axles but found Lippert seals had the same specs and were cheaper so I put Lippert brand seals on Dexter Axles.



Personally, I would not even mess with repacking bearings on a TT that new unless you have put several thousand miles on it. I didn't repack the bearings on our old 26BH until the third or fourth year we had it and the bearings were fine.



As far as brake adjustment, buy the brake adjuster....they are cheap and make the job easier. Adjust the drum adjuster until you cannot turn the drum by hand then back off the adjuster 10 clicks.
Thanks I'll check for the sticker. I bought the trailer in 2017 and have put about 8000km on it so far.

For the brake adjuster tool, can't I simply use a flat head?
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For the brake adjuster tool, can't I simply use a flat head?

You can but then with out the tool you are not a real mechanic! BTW they are cheap.
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