Front bearing packing question.

[polloelastico]

I understand how to pack the bearings themselves, but do I fill the space in the hub between the inner and outer bearings with grease too? It's the inside area with a rough textured surface. Whoever did the bearings last did this and it was a real pain to clean out. But if that's the right way, then that's what i'll do. Just doesn't seem like it would do much.

[c.d.iesel]

..yes - fill the hub outer (rough) wall with grease so you have grease contacting the inner and outer bearings - leaving a slight hole and room for the spindle to pass through. The Grease contacting the bearings and filling the hub

gives lubrication when the grease is hot and flows, and offers cooling - heat removal from the bearing through the grease to the hub and eventually cooling by the rim and all the air passing through it.

Fill the grease cap about 3/4 which leaves room for the outer bearing adjusting clamp when the cap is pressed on. When replacing wheel bearings (front or rear) never leave old grease inside the hub. Never mix old grease with new grease - or different brands of greases.

[polloelastico]

Thanks CD, that makes sense!