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I look at repacking the bearings as a secondary task - the real point is to go through the wheels, tires, hubs, and brakes at least once each year just to make sure everything is in good order - when I did my bearings this year I found one that was discolored from heat for no apparent reason and was able to replace it so I didn't have trouble while on the road. Didn't tow it very many miles this past year either. I had a local shop do the job last time so maybe it was a problem before, and they decided it was ok to use it another year.
I upgraded the wheels and tires on my 16' CCD model from 14" to 15" this year, and went with Maxxis 225/75R15 tires - so I could get from Load Range C to D and have some extra margin. I never had trouble with my Marathons but read so many stories like yours that I decided to make the switch in brands. I do some gravel road towing on most trips to get to National Forest Service campgrounds, so the extra 1" of ground clearance is welcome, too
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Bob
Ogden, Utah
2005 16' CCD
2005 Dodge Ram 2500 Quad Cab 4WD
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