- Mar 11, 2013
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- Boat Info
- Sara Belle
2005 Weekender 215
- Engines
- Mercruiser 5.0 mpi, Bravo III
This weekend I went to install new tandem leaf spring sliders and aluminum fenders to replace some cracked sliders that developed over the years from the heavier galvanized steel fenders that were vibrating. All seemed to go well but it took all day of course.
Afterward I went to grease the hubs. I have the Ez Lube spindles which makes it easy. Unfortunately I believe I have a seal blown because there was grass all over my disc brake. When I pumped fresh grease in, out came brown water which I assume is rust. All of the other hubs seem fine, but I am going to check them all again anyway.
I know I’ll need to remove the hub to inspect, but do you think I may have damaged the spindle with it sitting all Winter like that? Every year I grease the hubs so it shouldn’t have been from neglect. If so, is there a process to clean the spindle or refurbish it?
Afterward I went to grease the hubs. I have the Ez Lube spindles which makes it easy. Unfortunately I believe I have a seal blown because there was grass all over my disc brake. When I pumped fresh grease in, out came brown water which I assume is rust. All of the other hubs seem fine, but I am going to check them all again anyway.
I know I’ll need to remove the hub to inspect, but do you think I may have damaged the spindle with it sitting all Winter like that? Every year I grease the hubs so it shouldn’t have been from neglect. If so, is there a process to clean the spindle or refurbish it?