Converting Grease Hubs To Oil Bath On Skeeter Dual Axle Boat Trailer

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How do I know what hubs/bearings go with my trailer. Two axle skeeter bay boat trailer from 2004-2005. Can I upgrade to the oil bath bearings? Do I need to replace entire hubs?

asked by: Robert H

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The best way to find the correct bearings and hubs for your Skeeter boat trailer is to remove the hub from one of the wheels and check out the numbers on the bearings you have. I have attached a photo that shows where you can usually find the numbers on the hub components. If you are unable to find the numbers you can use a digital caliper like part # PTW80157, and measure the spindle in the locations noted on the attached photo.

Some hubs can be converted to an oil bath but they must have a threaded hub for the oil cap to thread onto. The kit we offer is part # XLPROLUBE1980KIT. It is designed for 3500-lb axles. It will work with hubs that measure 1.98 inches where the grease cap fits. The seal that is included will fit 1.72 inch spindles only.

expert reply by: Jeffrey L

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Answer 1

You are correct that for the Kodiak XL ProLube Kit #XLPROLUBE1980KIT the 1.72" is the diameter of where the oil seal rides and would not work for a 1.68" diameter. Oil is often used on higher capacity axles and we do not offer an oil seal…

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Answer 2

Depending on the type of grease hub you have, you may be able to convert it to oil by using the Kodiak XL ProLube Kit #XLPROLUBE1980KIT. Based on the inner and outer bearing numbers that you provided, you most likely have a 3,500 pound axle, although…

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Answer 3

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Answer 5

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Answer 7

Seal 171255UC has an inner diameter of 1.719 inches and outer diameter of 2.565 inches. A seal that has those dimensions would actually be #58846. I've added a link to a video review of this seal for you to take a look at.

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Answer 8

For the LCI52-SB-86.5-68.5, the two ending measurements are: 1st - measurement from hub to hub, meaning the length of the axle in this case is 86.5 inches. 2nd - spring seat dimension where they're welded, meaning the spring seats are 68.5 inches…

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Answer 9

If you are needing the hub and drum assembly then you will want to go with the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly #8-201-5UC3-EZ but if you are just looking for an idler hub then you will want part #8-213-5UC1 instead. These come with the correct…

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

The correct replacement for a Demco Master Cylinder 05680-C is the Replacement Master Cylinder part #5650. I spoke with Demco to confirm this for you.

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