Recommended Oil Bath Cap for an EZ Loader Trailer W/ 3.5k Axles

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I have a 10 oil bath 1 piece rotor/hub on my EZ Loader trailer. it uses L98149 inner and L44649 outer bearings but I cant seem to find and oil bath with threaded cap replacement?

asked by: Robert B

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Hey Robert, it sounds like you're looking for the Kodiak XL ProLube Oil Bath Hub Body and Cap # xlprolube1980. This oil bath cap is designed for 3.5k axles, and includes the hub, cap, seals, and necessary bearing lube.

If there is something else I can help you with, please feel free to drop a comment and let me know!

expert reply by: Bryce D

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Jon G.

10/30/2025

Hey Robert, how did the Kodiak XL ProLube oil bath hub and cap work out on your EZ Loader trailer? Knowing what fit and sealed well could really help others trying to match the same bearings.

Answer 1

You actually don't have to use a thread sealant with the Bearing Buddies like the part #BB2080T-SS like what you mentioned.

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Answer 2

Yes, the Replacement Bearing Buddy Bras, part #BB19B, you have referenced, will fit the Bearing Buddy bearing protectors that measure 2.125 (2-1/8 inches) in overall diameter.

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Answer 3

Actually all you really have to do is remove the oil from the hub and then pack the hubs with grease and then get the correct bearing buddy to match the threaded hub bore. You will need to measure the inner diameter of where the old grease cap…

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Answer 4

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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Answer 5

The #84 spindle is just a common way to identify the spindle dimensions typically used for 3,500 lb axles. So instead of listing out the parts, people can just say they have #84 spindles and it's easier to know what fits it. The CE Smith Trailer…

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Answer 6

It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 7

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 8

Trailer wheel bearings are specific to the spindle that is installed on the axle that is on your trailer. You will need to safely support the trailer, remove the wheel and tire, remove the grease cap, remove the cotter pin and washer that secures the…

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Answer 9

To determine the size of the brake assemblies you need you have to measure the depth and width of the hub drum on the axle like what you see in the picture I attached. The most common size is 2-1/4 inch wide like the #T4071600-500 that you…

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Answer 10

That's a very good question, we tend to be extra cautious and say to use 10 gauge wire because that would be more than enough. When you get into longer trailers that will end up using a lot of wire the heavier gauge wire becomes more necessary.…

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