What Is the Proper Oil for Oil Bath Hubs on Trailer Axles?

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What is the proper gear oil to put in my 9,000 lb. oil bath axle.

asked by: Nick M

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I recommend the Kodiak Synthetic Bearing Oil for Oil Bath Hubs - 8 oz Bottle # XLPROLUBE. It is a 90 weight synthetic oil. Dexter bought out Kodiak so this meets their specifications.

I've also attached a photo of Dexter's recommended Oil Specs to assist.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

Dexter recommends a SAE 90, SAE 80W-90 or SAE 75W-90 oil to be used. I recommend the Kodiak Synthetic Bearing Oil for Oil Bath Hubs #XLPROLUBE as it is a synthetic 90 weight oil that helps reduce friction and to keep bearings cool. Since your cap was…

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Answer 2

We recommend using the Kodiak Synthetic Bearing Oil for Oil Bath Hubs part #XLPROLUBE for oil lubricated axles. This oil is specially formulated to work on trailer bearings with oil bath hubs on a trailer. You'll need a little under a bottle for…

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Answer 3

You're not going to have any problems mixing Dexter and Lippert components on trailer axles over 10k-lbs in the same manner as below 10k-lbs as long as the measurements on the replacement parts are the same- i.e. bearing sizes are the same, etc..…

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Answer 4

You will have no problem using a Dexter brake assembly on a Lippert 7K axle. We have installed several Dexter brake assemblies on Lippert axles at our shop. Lippert and Dexter use the same standard mounting pattern and brake sizes. If you want…

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Answer 5

There is not a universal latch repair kit. You will have to match the correct repair kit to the correct coupler. You are not able to use another brand repair kit on another brand coupler. Normally the coupler information is engraved on the coupler.…

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Answer 6

Leaf springs typically have the part #stamped on the strap that holds the leafs together at one end of the shorter leafs, or it is painted on the concave side of the springs. The part number can then be used to determine the capacity of the springs.…

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Answer 7

What is the length of your current springs? Also what is the wheelbase distance between your trailer axles? With that info I can see what components you'd need.

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Answer 8

Basically you just want to fill the oil, like part #XLPROLUBE, up to where that center plug will fit on the Oil Cap Kit #RG04-300. When using grease to lubricate a hub you want to fill it up completely but with an oil lubrication kit the oil is still…

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Answer 9

Something is obviously causing a voltage drop between the brake controller and the trailer connector. The usual culprit in this type of situation is a break in the wire or a corroded wire. Check the wiring under the truck. You should be able to trace…

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Answer 10

Since full power is reaching your trailer's brakes, but they are not working properly, I recommend checking the ground for each brake assembly. It is important that the brakes are grounded to a clean, bare metal surface of the trailer. Dirt,…

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Answer 11

I believe you almost solved the problem when you swapped the wiring, but in reality you needed to use 10 gauge wire like part #10-1-1 (sold by the foot). You are experiencing a voltage drop due to the long distance of wire that's not thick…

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Answer 12

I recommend the Kodiak Synthetic Bearing Oil for Oil Bath Hubs #XLPROLUBE. This oil is formulated to work with all oil bath style hubs. It is a synthetic 90 weight oil that reduces friction and works well in cold and hot weather applications.

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