Wheel bearing packing / maintenance

[MooseMan-HILO]

Simple question - is there a guideline for how often the bearings should be re-packed? We just had new bearings and seals all around (except one) and I'm wondering when I should have them serviced. Looking at doing a 3000 mi road trip in a few weeks.

Thanks!

 

[MooseMan-HILO]

Update, I found this thread, suggesting every 6000 miles...

http://www.hilotrailerforum.com/f32/wheel-bearings-135/

 

[RichR]

I would also go with the 6000 mile/ 12 month theory. In PA we have to have our trailers inspected every year. I just have the bearings done and the brakes checked and adjusted then. It takes some of the worry out of traveling.

 

[bilworth]

Repack wheel bearing

My manual, for a 1982, states that they should be repacked every 6000 miles.

 

[RichR]

The Dexter Axle service manual with our 2310H says 12 months or 12,000 miles. The trailer manual says 6,000 miles or before any major trip.