Your wheel bearings were probably originally lubed with a lithium 12 complex grease a perfectly good grease for wheel bearing use even on a boat trailer if it s maintained.
Wheel bearing grease leak.
Grease is leaking from the bearings.
Inside the wheel bearing is a tremendous amount of grease that keeps the bearings running smooth cool and free.
Just a quick video on what i do to maintain and keep grease in the bearings on a trailer.
When using the bearing protectors over filling the hub with grease will cause grease to be pushed past the seal at the back of the hub.
So always pick a wheel bearing grease that is designed for the temperatures of your application to avoid grease leaking out of the bearings.
High performance vehicles that drive through water regularly will need water resistant grease to protect the wheel bearings from oxidization.
It s a good idea to do this regularly to prevent any damage or trai.
Be sure to follow the manufacturers directions for properly filling your hubs with the bearing protectors.