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Originally Posted by dennis461
I do not think the type of grease matters much; if brackish water is inside. I now simply consider my bearings disposable, thus keep two spares and all necessary tools with tow rig.
I tend to open mine up when trailer returns to home base, let water drain out if any is in there. Leave the cap off to allow drying out until a few warm sunny days have passed. Then stuff more grease in on top of old, and re-install bearing caps. My towing is 20 miles to nearest ramp, expressway speeds.
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I have to disagree. I've seen guys use any grease they had lying around as opposed to synthetic or water resistant grease. The standard auto grade stuff turns to a white milky mess when it contacts water. Syn stuff seems to hold up better when exposed to the same conditions.
Going with the #4 R&T. Maybe pull a hub off mid season and see how its holding up....stay tuned...
