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Bearing Buddy 42202 Chrome Bearing Protector with Level Indicator - 1.980 Bearing Buddy 42202 Chrome Bearing Protector with Level Indicator - 1.980

Bearing Buddy 42202 Chrome Bearing Protector with Level Indicator - 1.980" Diameter, Pair

Bearing Buddy 42202 Chrome Bearing Protector with Level Indicator - 1.980 Bearing Buddy 42202 Chrome Bearing Protector with Level Indicator - 1.980
$ 23.50

Score By Feature

Based on 168 ratings
Easy to install
9.30
Value for money
8.28

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Product Description

Water and dirt can be prevented from entering the wheel bearings by this device
Bearing lubrication is a snap with this device
There is a model number of this toilet. In 1980 A
The 1 has been designed for use with the This equals nearly 10 feet millimeters) bore diameter
The lubricant level is indicated by a visual indicator that is chrome plated

Questions & Answers

What is the difference between chrome and stainless steel? When listing a product, it is sometimes described as chrome and other times as stainless steel ?

Our range of Bearing Buddy products includes models made from chrome and stainless steel. It is the material used for the outer housing that makes a difference. A chrome model is a plain steel model plated with chrome. Stainless steel is used for the outer housing of stainless steel models. The inner components of both are made of stainless steel. It is best to buy stainless steel models since they are corrosion-resistant, but they are slightly more expensive.

What I've heard is that it's not possible to drive over 55 mph if these are on your trailer. Is this correct?

I am not aware of any. Highways are where I spend a lot of time driving. Speed of 65/70 miles per hour. So far I have not experienced any problems.

What do I need to know if these will fit me? It seems like 98 is too small. Maybe there were bearing buddies on this 1988 boat trailer?

It is best to borrow or purchase a good pair of calipers if you cannot get the diameter information from the trailer manufacturer. As far as the 1 goes, I'm going to pick it up. It started out 98" but I just bought calipers and realized I needed 2 of them. This is "047". Then ETrailer is the place to go if Amazon doesn't have what you need. Each increment made by Bearing Buddy is available at BearingBuddy.com.

There is a blue middle color on these. My trailer's spring is attached to the one on the back. Do they both mean the same thing?

No, you will need to measure the internal bore of your hubs, and select the correct size bearing buddy for

Selected User Reviews For Bearing Buddy 42202 Chrome Bearing Protector with Level Indicator - 1.980" Diameter, Pair

At 23, you get a great deal
5/5

For 2 sets, there is a $20. 00 shipping charge. I have been using these products for more than 20 years. They are They do not leak when you have one with the blue auto-check in the center like this. You had to worry about seeingp fluid and making a mess when you got the other ones that had springs on the outside. As you can see, I added two photos, one being what I had on there prior to the bearing Buddy being installed and another showing the dust cover. I have always found these work excellent in freshwater however, if they are placed in salt water, they will rust and corrode and will not function properly. If you are going to use them for saltwater, then you should get the stainless steel version.

Lilith Cochran
Lilith Cochran
| Sep 03, 2020
Does the item have a fault or not? This week, I installed it and then attempted to disconnect after putting grease in
3/5

It was either a bad grease gun or a bad buddy that wouldn't release from the grease fitting. An extra grease gun was bought from the same shop and I could not get it to release the grease! My first attempt was a success, but pulling it off with more strength and force than I ever expected was difficult. The item on which something was wrong was faulty! My grease gun has been replaced, and Amazon's customer service will let me return it. I have since purchased an even better grease gun from them.

Amani Sexton
Amani Sexton
| Nov 21, 2020
This is a trailer hitch that is used on boats
5/5

Water is kept out of the bearings when they work as they should.

Deandre Anthony
Deandre Anthony
| Jul 31, 2020
I get into grease when I peel Chrome
3/5

On one of the four items I bought, the chrome had started peeling off. A few of them did not seem to be exactly the same size or the hubs were off on bore size. One installation was particularly challenging as it was off on both sides.

Kaylani Lamb
Kaylani Lamb
| Mar 08, 2021
The installation process is very simple
5/5

I found the bearing Buddy to be a perfect fit for my Easyloader boat trailer. I found the installation to be very simple. A new bearing sealer was utilized to replace an old, rusted one.

Peter Castillo
Peter Castillo
| Jan 02, 2021
I like it
5/5

I used it on a boat trailer and it worked great. Don't worry about the size, just get the correct one.

Paola Nichols
Paola Nichols
| Aug 10, 2020
Bearing buddies are the way to go if you own a trailer
5/5

If you don't, you're missing out on a must-have.

Louisa SYKES
Louisa SYKES
| Jun 17, 2021
You did a good job
5/5

The work is done and then there's nothing else to.

Allyson Short
Allyson Short
| Aug 16, 2020

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