Which Grease Should be Used with a Dexter Trailer Axle
Question:
While searching for compatible greases for my Dexter axle, I read on their website they use a lithium base grease. However when I checked your recommendation you say to use a urea base. Is it wise to mix the two or are you saying to completely change the grease type?
asked by: Jeff
Expert Reply:
Red lithium grease such as # L11390 is one we use often here for installations and it is compatible with other Lithium formulas. I have included a link to our help article that covers grease compatibility.
There are greases that are not compatible with each other. A polyuria LUB-LM Type grease is compatible with most other greases which is why it is recommended. The only greases that it is not compatible with are Barium Complex and Bentonite Clay. It is compatible with lithium greases. Or if you wanted to stick with lithium that is fine too.
If you do use a different grease I would go ahead and completely remove the old grease anyway just to be on the safe side. Using brake cleaner to clean out bearings (if not replacing them) is a good way to get the grease out from the inside of a bearing.
Products Referenced in This Question
LubriMatic LMX Industrial Strength Grease - 14 oz. Cartridge
- Lubricants Sealants Adhesives
- Grease
- Brake and Bearing Grease
- Standard Lithium Grease
- Lithium Complex
- 14 oz
- LubriMatic
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Easy Grease Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly for 3.5K Axles - 10" - 5 on 4-1/2 - Pre-Greased
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub with Integrated Drum
- Easy Grease
- EZ Lube
- Pre-Greased
- L68149
- L44649
- For 3500 lbs Axles
- 1/2 Inch Stud
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 13 Inch Wheel
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- etrailer
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