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With wheel bearings I tighten the nut down to seat them, then back off loose while holding the drum in place. I then turn the nut back in till it just stops with no added torque.
If you have to move the nut at all when placing the retainer it's better to move slightly loose than more tight.
I've expressed my opinion about grease zerts on the axle. They are a disaster waiting to happen. I would NEVER use them.
And btw, bearing buddies are something different. They are used on small boat trailers that don't have brakes. They're there to push out any water after the trailer was part submerged. They are not the same thing as "easy lube" axles...the disaster waiting to happen.
You are right to inspect and service everything before your next big trip....good thinking.
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