Converting 3500lb Axle Hub From Grease to Oil Bath
Question:
Can I convert this hub to an oil bath hub?
asked by: Jeff C
Expert Reply:
For the Trailer Idler Hub Assembly # AKIHUB-550-35-K to be converted to an oil bath you will need the Kodiak XL ProLube Kit # XLPROLUBE1980KIT. This will provide you with new caps that have the threaded see through cover to check your oil level. Also new oil seals to replace your current grease seals.
I recommend picking up a spare Hub Body and Cap # xlprolube1980 and some extra Bearing Oil # XLPROLUBE to keep with the trailer in case one of the caps becomes damaged or fails to prevent damage to the bearings.
Products Referenced in This Question
Kodiak XL ProLube Oil Bath Hub Body and Cap - 1.98"
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Caps
- Oil Cap
- 1.98 Inch
- Kodiak
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Kodiak XL ProLube Kit for 3500-lb Axles
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Caps
- Oil Cap
- 1.98 Inch
- Kodiak
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Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 3,500-lb Axles - 5 on 5 - Pre-Greased
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub
- Pre-Greased
- Standard
- L68149
- L44649
- For 3500 lbs Axles
- 1/2 Inch Stud
- 5 on 5 Inch
- 13 Inch Wheel
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- etrailer
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