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Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 03-11-2022, 12:09 PM
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Posted By cpaharley2008
I remember the first time I replaced my brakes...

I remember the first time I replaced my brakes myself. I was in the military, using their facilities, and upon completion looked back and was quite proud of myself. So I climbed up the lift and got...
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 09-06-2019, 02:04 PM
Replies: 360
Views: 127,242
Posted By cpaharley2008
You mean the axle manufacturer?

You mean the axle manufacturer?
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 04-20-2019, 09:28 AM
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Views: 127,242
Posted By cpaharley2008
If you remove the wheel cap you should see either...

If you remove the wheel cap you should see either a grease fitting or black rubber cover with a grease fitting underneath, that will confirm you the the e-z-lube axle.
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 04-23-2017, 01:08 PM
Replies: 360
Views: 127,242
Posted By cpaharley2008
We never used gloves when repacking bearings, in...

We never used gloves when repacking bearings, in fact I'm sure I was exposed to a lot of hazardous material working in a garage. I remember using an air hose and blasting the brake assembly to...
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 08-17-2016, 08:24 PM
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Views: 127,242
Posted By cpaharley2008
What about new tires? How are the originals...

What about new tires? How are the originals holding up?
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 06-24-2016, 09:41 AM
Replies: 360
Views: 127,242
Posted By cpaharley2008
Dave, Is there any property around you...

Dave,
Is there any property around you available to purchase? You seem like the kind of next door neighbor who is indispensable......
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 04-15-2016, 07:54 AM
Replies: 360
Views: 127,242
Posted By cpaharley2008
Alf, If I were you I'd marry that RVtech to...

Alf,
If I were you I'd marry that RVtech to keep him around.......:)
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 03-29-2016, 11:56 AM
Replies: 360
Views: 127,242
Posted By cpaharley2008
every other year here....

every other year here....
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 03-08-2016, 11:41 AM
Replies: 360
Views: 127,242
Posted By cpaharley2008
You can not send attachments via p/m, so ask...

You can not send attachments via p/m, so ask Donna for an alternate email address.
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 03-08-2016, 04:53 AM
Replies: 360
Views: 127,242
Posted By cpaharley2008
Thanks for the picture, it can be enlarged and is...

Thanks for the picture, it can be enlarged and is very helpful, thanks again for taking the time to post.
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 03-05-2016, 08:02 AM
Replies: 360
Views: 127,242
Posted By cpaharley2008
So you are looking at about $25/wheel in parts...

So you are looking at about $25/wheel in parts plus grease and labor, so $100/axle installed is not too bad.
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 03-03-2016, 04:40 PM
Replies: 360
Views: 127,242
Posted By cpaharley2008
It is like washing a car with car wah that...

It is like washing a car with car wah that contains wax rather than applying a good quality wax after washing.

So I guess no one takes their car to the car wash anymore, that is the way automatic...
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 03-03-2016, 07:58 AM
Replies: 360
Views: 127,242
Posted By cpaharley2008
The problem with your philosophy is if it fails...

The problem with your philosophy is if it fails your axle may also be damaged, $$$ to repair. An oz of prevention to prevent a pound of cure. Never had any bearing issues, probably because I get rid...
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 03-03-2016, 07:02 AM
Replies: 360
Views: 127,242
Posted By cpaharley2008
What that is referring to is the option for...

What that is referring to is the option for E-Z-lube axles to be installed where you can perform bearing lubrication yourself, must be decided in advance as the stock axles have the standard...
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 10-02-2015, 09:21 AM
Replies: 360
Views: 127,242
Posted By cpaharley2008
Aahh, The empty nest syndrome.....no Escape !!

Aahh,
The empty nest syndrome.....no Escape !!
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 10-02-2015, 08:44 AM
Replies: 360
Views: 127,242
Posted By cpaharley2008
Dave, With that set up you mentioned, we should...

Dave,
With that set up you mentioned, we should have a mini rally there, I can be there in 16 hours.....
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 03-12-2015, 01:31 PM
Replies: 360
Views: 127,242
Posted By cpaharley2008
So what is the consensus here, check every 3...

So what is the consensus here, check every 3 years with a lube squirt in between if you have the e-z-lube axle?
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 03-10-2015, 07:20 PM
Replies: 360
Views: 127,242
Posted By cpaharley2008
1I just called a local rv garage and asked about...

1I just called a local rv garage and asked about repacking both sets of wheel bearings, $200/ouch. I then asked if they jack up the trailer which was answered affirmatively. I stated that my frame is...
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 03-30-2014, 04:14 PM
Replies: 360
Views: 127,242
Posted By cpaharley2008
I think if I lived an hour from ETI they would...

I think if I lived an hour from ETI they would have to hire me…….:)
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 03-30-2014, 01:16 PM
Replies: 360
Views: 127,242
Posted By cpaharley2008
IMHO the E-Z-lube Dexter axle option is worth the...

IMHO the E-Z-lube Dexter axle option is worth the $50 upgrade cost. A couple of squirts every year and inspection every other year This is a lot better than bearing buddies but not as expensive as...
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