johncrazyels
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Can anybody tell me what the normal running temperature is - measured at the hub cap - for Nev-R-Lube bearings? Also, what temperature would indicate a problem with the bearings. I want to buy an infra-red thermometer and want to be sure I have an adequate temperature measuring range on the thermometer.
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tvman44
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Main thing is all four are about the same. Mine run about 100 to 125 depending on conditions, but like I said they should all be about the same.
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sstgermain
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Mine run about the same... Ive seen em as low as 115 and as high as 123.
I think that is pretty much the norm. Anything over 135 to 140 I'de start getting concerned
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As mentioned above, all should be in the same range. thermal thermometers are fairly cheap under $50.00 and are fun to use at an all night party. What ever you do, make sure it's fun. Bill
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skeetshooter
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Why don't you call Dexter and ask them? That way you get the correct information.
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johncrazyels
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The answer from Dexter was that there are too many variables to give a specific answer. However, "if you get a blister on your finger when you touch the hub it is too hot".
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Dave H M
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keep in mind that the hub may pick up some heat if you did a lot of braking before checking the heat.
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Skip N Barb Team
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I've worked with all types of bearings for over thirty years. A greased roller or ball bearing should be fine up to around 160 degrees, although the cooler, the longer life you can expect.
You can get a blister on your finger by touching something at 130 degrees or higher. 130 degrees won't damage the bearings.
tvmann44 hit the nail on the head. If one bearing temp is showing 15 to 20 degrees higher than the rest, there's something going on.
And yes, a lazor temp gun is a very good tool to keep an eye on these.
Good luck and happy camping.
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robertbick
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I only remembered to check mine once. It was at a rest stop on the NY Thruway and all four hubs were withing 5 degrees of each other. If I remember correctly, they were about 110 degrees.
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I found that on my trailer is that if one side of the trailer has been running in the sun the wheels on that side are warmer then the wheels that were running in the shade side.
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