Quote Originally Posted by Bassky View Post
I am having the same problem. What is an easy sleeve? I bought two new hubs for my trailer. I too have a back bearing groove on my spindle. So what does the easy sleeve do?
Bassky
It's a thin sleeve that covers the spindle giving a smooth surface for the seal to ride. Often called a wear sleeve.

If you have a UFP torsion axle trailer, it would probably be just as well to replace the trailing arm, but for other types the sleeve can save the day.