{"product_id":"bearing-buddy-1980-chrome-plated-wheel-bearing-protector-1-980-inch-hub-bore","title":"Bearing Buddy 1980 Chrome Plated Wheel Bearing Protector - 1.980 Inch Hub Bore","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Bearing Buddy 1980 is a chrome plated wheel bearing protector built for trailer hubs with a 1.980 inch (50.29 mm) inside bore. It mounts onto the outer end of a trailer hub and keeps water and dirt out of the wheel bearings while making it fast to check and top off grease level without removing the hub or dust cap. This model is designated 'without Bra,' meaning it is supplied as the chrome protector unit itself, without the added rubber protective bra cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInside the hub, this bearing protector is designed for use with an outer bearing cone of L-44643, L-44649, or L-44640, paired with an outer bearing cup (race) of L44610. It is compatible with marine grease for lubrication. The housing is chrome plated steel for corrosion resistance in wet, road-spray, and marine trailering environments, and it is intended for boats, RVs, ATVs, and utility trailers using a hub built to the 1.980 inch bore spec.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bearing Buddy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 42102\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chrome-Plated Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHub Bore Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.980 inches (50.29 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutside Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.98 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem Dimensions (L x W x H):\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.3 x 3.7 x 2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.9 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Outer Bearing Cone:\u003c\/strong\u003e L-44643, L-44649, L-44640\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Outer Bearing Cup (Race):\u003c\/strong\u003e L44610\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Lubricant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marine grease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 650209421023\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits trailer hubs machined to a 1.980 inch (50.29 mm) inside bore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for use with L-44643, L-44649, or L-44640 outer bearing cone and L44610 outer bearing cup (race)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuited to boat trailers, RV trailers, ATV trailers, and utility trailers using this bore size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size hub does the Bearing Buddy 1980 fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Bearing Buddy 1980 fits trailer hubs with a 1.980 inch (50.29 mm) inside bore; the model number 1980 refers directly to this bore size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this Bearing Buddy 1980 include the rubber bra cover?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, this version of the Bearing Buddy 1980 is the chrome plated protector unit without the rubber bra cover, so the bra is not included with this part.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat bearings is the Bearing Buddy 1980 designed to work with?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is designed for use with an outer bearing cone of L-44643, L-44649, or L-44640 and an outer bearing cup (race) of L44610.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Bearing Buddy 1980 made of?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Bearing Buddy 1980 is made of chrome plated steel, which resists corrosion from water and road spray during trailering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a Bearing Buddy actually do?\u003c\/strong\u003e A Bearing Buddy is a wheel bearing protector that mounts on the hub and keeps water and dirt out of the wheel bearings while allowing a quick, positive check of lubricant level without disassembling the hub.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat grease should be used with the Bearing Buddy 1980?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Bearing Buddy 1980 is compatible with marine grease for lubricating the wheel bearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the dimensions and weight of the Bearing Buddy 1980?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Bearing Buddy 1980 measures 8.3 x 3.7 x 2 inches and weighs 0.9 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat types of trailers can use the Bearing Buddy 1980?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Bearing Buddy 1980 is suited to boat trailers, RV trailers, ATV trailers, and other utility trailers built with a 1.980 inch hub bore.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Bearing Buddy 1980 the same as other Bearing Buddy models?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, Bearing Buddy models are sized to specific hub bores, and the 1980 model is the version sized for a 1.980 inch (50.29 mm) bore; other bore sizes use a different model number.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I know if the Bearing Buddy 1980 is the right fit for my hub?\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure the inside bore of your trailer hub; the Bearing Buddy 1980 is sized specifically for a 1.980 inch (50.29 mm) bore and will not fit hubs machined to a different bore diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bearing Buddy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49031068451035,"sku":"B-B-42102","price":21.41,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/71R0vOv4whL.jpg?v=1785207890","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/bearing-buddy-1980-chrome-plated-wheel-bearing-protector-1-980-inch-hub-bore","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}