@gmansor - the recommended interval for checking/repacking wheel bearings on the TaBs is annually or every 12,000 miles - whichever comes first. Dexter defines repacking as use of the zerk fitting. The recommended grease is: Valvoline GM Multipurpose to grease the bearings. The Tabs come with a lithium based grease, so it…
I am checking with NuCamp right now to get a parts list for a bearing kit for the 320 and the 400. I just had our repacked by our local dealer as I just have not had the time to learn how to and to complete the service myself. It is on my list of things to learn. I also want to carry a spare bearing, seal and grease with…
@Sharon_is_SAM Dexter also says to inspect the bearings and brakes, basically the entire hub assembly at the same interval, that to me means tear it apart and put eyes on everything, at that point you will be cleaning old grease out and replacing seal, adjustment of bearings and brakes so might as well do a proper grease…
We have long threads on the bearing maintenance, so it will be interesting to see what @bergger learns about if any of the part numbers/kits have changed from the thread that started in 2017-22. Seems there are parts listed with sources for the 320's, but I don't see 400's mentioned…
This thread has a .doc file that shows the procedure fairly well, with the Dexter video on it. Way up in the thread there is a search for "grease and bearings" that will show many more. https://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com/discussion/14332/tab-400-2021-bearing-maintenance
I didn't see anyone post this link yet, and I just did my bearings, so wanted to post it here. There's a table of approved greases. https://www.dexteraxle.com/Resources/Learning-Library/How-To/5198/how-to-lubricate-your-bearings
A bit off topic but what do you all follow…mileage or time when it comes to packing bearings? I started repacking ours every other year as we don’t put that many miles on our camper. I did the first repacking in 2022 after one year of ownership (and maybe 3300 miles) and the grease looked brand new.
Similar question - I got my 2018 Tab a year ago and know the bearings were repacked when I got it, but don't know what type of grease was used. Is it safe to assume it was lithium complex? Is there a way to tell other than driving until the wheel falls off? I have a grease gun with lithium complex grease (Lucas Oil 'red n…
This, not that. Dexter Bearing Maintenance - YouTube @N7SHG_Ham is spot on. The brakes, bearings, axle shafts and seals require inspection at the same interval as the bearings require re-packing. Pushing grease in through the alemite fittings can potentially blow out the rear seals. This site has many posts about failed…