Re: Repack bearings
2 things I learned from my father:
1) slowly tighten the nut until the wheel stops spinning (don't crank on it) and then back off a 1/4 turn and pin it.
2) Bearing buddy's do not grease the bearings. It simply attempts to provide a seal to keep water from getting in. When you pump new grease into the BB, it does not introduce any new grease into the bearing itself.
Repacking the bearings is a rite of spring. I'm a big fan of this little device:
Lisle 34550 Handy Packer Bearing Packer
Makes the job just a little less messy.
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Jim
"Marie's Dream" 1985 21' Trophy
Homeport: Allamuchy, NJ
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