Replacement Oil Bath Seal Recommendation for Dexter 12k Axle

Question

Question:

I have 12k oil bath Dexter axles with disc brakes D120 I believe is the model number and I am in need of some new seals, but I am having trouble finding the exact part number I need. I would appreciate it if you could point me in the right direction. Thanks.

asked by: Mark

0

Expert Reply:

For Dexter 12k oil bath hubs we have the seal part # 10-56 which would be exactly what you are looking for.

expert reply by: Jameson C

0

Answer 1

According to my research, the correct replacement rotor for your Dexter 12K Axle (Non-ABS) is the Replacement Rotor for Dexter Disc Brakes part #070-006-01 which measures 11" in diameter. The Dexter 10K and 12K axles will both use the same…

view full answer...

Answer 2

You'd just need to remove the oil and replace it with grease like our LMX red grease part #L11390 as the seal and cap you have now would work just fine with grease instead.

view full answer...

Answer 3

If you have 8 on 6.5 wheels, you will need the Kodiak Disc Brake Kit - 11" Rotor - 8 on 6.5 - E-Coat - Leaf Spring - 12K - Dexter/Lippert, part #K2R1258L12. This conversion kit was designed specifically for converting a trailer's brakes from…

view full answer...

Answer 4

The Dexter 12K oil bath axles can be changed over to grease without any issues. The oil does keep the bearings lubricated well, but there is a much higher risk of leaking which leads to a much higher risk of failure. I'd personally move to grease…

view full answer...

Answer 5

The Replacement O-Ring for Dexter Axle 10K and 12K Disc Brakes part #010-062-00 install on the brake caliper guide bolts between the brake pads as shown in the photo below.

view full answer...

Answer 6

I spoke to Dexter and they said there is a bit of a process for installing the spindle nut properly. 1. You will need to thread on the inner nut, rotate the hub, then tighten the nut to 100 foot pounds. 2. Loosen the nut to remove the torque, making…

view full answer...

Answer 7

EZ lube spindles are more than just a zerk fitting attached to the end of the spindle. There would need to be a hole in the spindle between where the bearings ride for the grease would then fill the hub by. To be perfectly honest using EZ lube…

view full answer...

Answer 8

You should be fine as long as the rubber of the seal is intact and the metal is not deformed. There is a ridge in the hub that would prevent the seal from getting pressed in so far that the seal would interfere with the bearings. I confirmed this…

view full answer...

Answer 9

When installing a seal at the back of a hub the outer part of the seal will need to be flush with the hub. I have linked a video that should help. You could watch the whole video or fast forward to the 1 minute, 50 second mark to see the seal…

view full answer...

Answer 10

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

view full answer...

Answer 11

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.

view full answer...

Answer 12

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

view full answer...

Replacement Oil Bath Seal Recommendation for Dexter 12k Axle

Product Page this Question was Asked From

Featured Help Information

Miscellaneous Media

Continue Researching