Method and apparatus for providing a sealed trailer wheel

Details Method and apparatus for providing a sealed trailer wheel Method and apparatus for providing a sealed trailer wheel

1982-06-01

1984-12-25

Scherbel, David A.

Land vehicles: wheels and axles

Wheel

Hub

301123, B60B 2702

Patent

active

044899882

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for providing a sealed trailer wheel assembly is disclosed which includes a waterproof cap sealing the outside of the wheel hub, an air housing providing a substantial enclosure of the space between the inside of the hub and the axle, and an air compressor supplying pressurized air to the enclosure at a rate sufficient to prevent water, sand or other materials from entering into the enclosure and thereby into the location of the wheel bearings. A related method is also disclosed.

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