antsn37
08-14-2017, 06:16 PM
About 6 months ago I purchased a used boat with trailer. The trailer is a 2005 Trailstar trailer, single axle with surge brakes. I had to replace the master cylinder (Tie Down) due to the fact that seals were deteriorated. I also decided to change the brake calipers, disk brake pads, and repacked the bearings. After the install I bleed the brakes, all is good for several trips….
On my way back from fishing I notice my trailer is ‘pulling’ a little more but thought it was my imagination. I pulled into my driveway and both sides of my rims are covered with grease. The rims were very hot to touch. I pulled off the bearing buddy’s, tires, and bearings to inspect the damage. The grease was liquefied. I notice that the inner pads on BOTH sides of the trailer were considerably larger than the outside pad. It is obvious that the outer pads have been rubbing against the disks and were wore down about 50%.
I am kinda stumped on why the outer disk pads are rubbing against the disks. Any suggestions are appreciated, Tight lines!
On my way back from fishing I notice my trailer is ‘pulling’ a little more but thought it was my imagination. I pulled into my driveway and both sides of my rims are covered with grease. The rims were very hot to touch. I pulled off the bearing buddy’s, tires, and bearings to inspect the damage. The grease was liquefied. I notice that the inner pads on BOTH sides of the trailer were considerably larger than the outside pad. It is obvious that the outer pads have been rubbing against the disks and were wore down about 50%.
I am kinda stumped on why the outer disk pads are rubbing against the disks. Any suggestions are appreciated, Tight lines!