Why are Trailer Hub Oil-Bath Caps Always Plastic
Published 01/31/2019
Question:
Is there a metal cap that is threaded to replace the plastic Kodiak caps?
asked by: Billy M
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Expert Reply:
Oil bath caps that are threaded are always plastic like the part # RG04-230 that you mentioned. Them being plastic has the advantage that you can see through the cap to allow you to know that oil hasn't leaked out.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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Oil Cap, Plug and O-Ring for Dexter 7-9K Trailer Axles and DeeMaxx 8K Oil Bath Idler Hubs
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Caps
- Oil Cap
- 2.88 Inch O.D.
- 2.88 Inch
- 6000 lbs Axle
- 7000 lbs Axle
- 8000 lbs Axle
- 9000 lbs Axle
- Redline
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