Checking the T@B’s wheel hub temp

jgram2

Using the laser thermometer, I checked these temperatures on our last trip. The T@B tires registered 110-113F, ~10’ warmer than the 4runner’s. Do I just compare the results to the temperature at rest, or is there some acceptable range? 

Michigan_Mike

Tire temperature will differ based on ambient air temperature, vehicle speed, inflation, etc.  Your reading sounds about right.  👍🏻

https://www.caranddriver.com/features/a15139795/a-look-behind-the-tire-hysteria/

jgram2

Thanks @Michigan_Mike. We had the bearings repacked before we drove close to 5000 m. so I wanted to be sure everything was copacetic as we traveled. Of course I had no clue what I was looking for, but the trailer hubs were almost exactly equal with equal wear. At slightly over 11k miles and >4 years old, we’ll replace those puppies before the next long trip.

Michigan_Mike

Definitely something to stay on top of and periodically check for heating.  Nothing scarier than being 2K miles out from your home base and having a wheel bearing fail.  😱