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M1101 Bearing set

djglover7

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All,

Just "re-found" this thread. Hope there are others still working M1101/M1102 builds.

I am building up an M1102 and currently have completed...

1) Wheel swap to GM 8-lug
2) Fuel tray on front (Scepters and 20# propane)
3) E-track points on exterior
4) Stabilization leg relocation/mods

The info on the bearings is great. My M1102 was basically new when purchased at Ft. Hood,
so I am hoping the bearings and seals are good for now. I do want a spare set for travels.

Question: has anyone ever installed "Bearing Buddies" to these spindles?
 

flyfishtrailer

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Assuming your trailer is "new" 10 or more years ago, you SHOULD repack them anyways. It's a simple process and only takes a couple of hours to do both sides. Also gets you familiar with tearing it down so if you ever had to do so on the side of a road, it will be a simple process. Carrying one spare set is always a good thing, but regular maintenance will prevent that from happening 99 percent of the time.
 

flyfishtrailer

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You are all correct and they will inspected and repacked.

Has anyone ever used Bearing Buddies on an M1101/M1102?
I have not, but kind of thinking the same as Tinstar on this one. I would rather tear them apart and regrease them so I can check bearing/cup wear and clean out any stuff that doesn't belong in there (like dirt left from all the mud and yuck I have driven though!)
 
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