Determining the Size of Grease Cap Needed for Axle

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Do you have the outer hub cap for the same axel ? Thanks

asked by: Calvin F

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In order to determine the correct grease cap for your axle, you will need to measure the inner diameter of the hub where the grease cap presses in. I recommend using a dial caliper or another precise measuring tool since this measurement will have to be precise.

Keep in mind that you will want your grease cap diameter just slightly larger than the inner diameter of the ring of your hub, but no more than about the 2 one hundredths of an inch, to ensure a secure fit.

I have attached a link to our grease caps for you. Once you have the measurement from the hub, just choose the size that you need and you will be ready to go.

expert reply by: Leah S

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Answer 1

We don't offer a grease cap with a diameter between 1.99 and 2.251 inches. The bearing reference number is stamped into the bearing cage, as shown in the photo I've provided. If I knew the bearing number, I can determine which race is used.…

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Answer 2

As far as bearing kits go #BK2-100 is the only one that has both the L44649 and L68149 bearings. The seal that is included is a 10-19 with an inner diameter of 1.719 inches and outer diameter of 2.565 inches. Based on my research this is the correct…

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Answer 3

According to Lippert, the items in #BK2-100 bearing kit are the correct parts needed to replace the bearings on one hub of your Lippert axle. For a dust cap, you will most likely want the Grease Cap - 1.988" Outer Diameter - Drive In #F001518,…

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We do have a large selection of grease/dust caps currently available. To determine the size grease cap that will fit your trailer, you will need to measure the inner diameter of your trailer's hub bore. I recommend using a digital caliper like…

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Answer 5

For your EZ Lube spindles, the replacement cotter pin is just a standard pin as you stated. When you apply grease to the grease zerk on your spindle, you will be forcing grease around that pin. Removing the pin as you stated and backing that castle…

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Answer 6

I'm assuming you're speaking of a grease cap that's driven into the hub bore. Grease caps are available in different sizes. There are two good ways to determine which size you need. One is to locate the reference number off of the outer…

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Answer 7

Trailer spindle and bearing tolerances are pretty tight, usually down to a thousandth of an inch. Use of emery cloth on a spindle to remove scoring damage might remove enough material to affect the fit of the replacement bearing. You can be off the…

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Answer 8

Are you replacing the races in the hub? I ask because the hubs and hub and drum assemblies we sell come with the races already installed so you would not have to reuse the old ones. Races are difficult to remove but since you have one out already you…

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Answer 9

I am sorry to hear about your dad's bearings! From the sounds of the issue, given that you have the correct bearing size, there may be a couple factors with your bearings. First off, even with a bearing press like the #PTW1218, it is still…

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Answer 10

If you look at the outermost part of the spindle on your axle there will be what is called a grease zerk or grease gun fitting. It will look like a tiny round ball which is where you can attach a grease gun to grease your spindle. If your spindle has…

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Answer 11

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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Answer 12

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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