Which Grease Cap for AKIHUB-545-35-K 3500 lb Idler Hub Assembly
Question:
I called Mid America Trailer to verify the diameter of the grease cap that I need to fit the easy lube hub. They told me a 1.990 Thats what I purchased, but when I went to put it in, it is too tight. I measured the hub bore to be 1.978 give or take a few thousand.
asked by: David O
Expert Reply:
The # AKIHUB-545-35-K hub you mentioned uses a 1.980 OD grease cap like # RG04-040. The caps are designed to fit tightly, so they are a little tricky to install the first time. I like to use a small block of wood placed across the face of the cap, then use a hammer to tap it into place.
Products Referenced in This Question
Grease Cap, 1.99" OD EZ Lube Drive in with Plug - Qty 2
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
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- E-Z Lube Grease Cap
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Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 3,500-lb Axles - 5 on 4-1/2 - Pre-Greased
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub
- Pre-Greased
- Standard
- 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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