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Originally Posted by Hikerman
Thanks. Will have them looked at. Any kind of auto repair is way out of my expertise.
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If you're unsure or unskilled, then yes, have someone who knows what they're doing accomplish the inspection. I'd guess that if the bearings were properly lubed when you bought the trailer (remember Dexter, Lippert or another axle manufacturer "built the assembly") All Keystone did was install it under the trailer frame.
If the bearings and brakes have not been inspected, you owe it to yourself to have the work done. If the bearings are still good, keep using them, if they show a problem on inspection, then replace them. Chances are they will be OK, but make sure the shop installs NEW, UNUSED double lip seals. The seals should not be reused, but replaced at every hub/bearing inspection.
Cost, depending on where you are, could range from $150 to $300. It might be a bit cheaper depending on the season. If you can beat the rush, early in the spring before everyone is screaming to get their trailer ready for camping season, you may find a shop that can schedule you "in and out" quicker and maybe at a discount.
Don't count on finding someone to work on wheel bearings the day you call. Get an appointment early, maybe even now, for next spring.