Are wheel seals needed ???

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Are wheel seals needed ???

30 Jun 2011 01:28
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When converting to sealed bearings, is there a real reason to even have the seals anymore...

I can get the bearings fairly easy, but the seals would be an additional expense. I just don't know why they would be needed anymore..

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Re: Are wheel seals needed ???

30 Jun 2011 08:53
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Sure it helps keep the hub cleaner, otherwise dirt and water will be causing corrosion. Just think about how much harder it would be to get it a part if the snap ring is all rusted to the inner hub bore.
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30 Jun 2011 10:11 - 15 Feb 2013 11:15
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