Can Grease be Used in Oil Bath Hub
Updated 08/04/2025 | Published 07/31/2025
Question:
Can I use grease instead of oil on this hub?
asked by: Donald
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Expert Reply:
Hey Donald, yes grease could be used in the DeeMaxx Trailer Idler Hub # DE25YR instead of oil as the oil seal will do just as good of a job holding in grease. Are you not a big fan of oil bath hubs?
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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DeeMaxx Trailer Idler Hub for 8,000-lb Axles - Oil - 8 on 6-1/2 - 9/16" Bolts - Galvanized
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Idler Hub
- Standard
- 25580 / 02475
- Marine Grade
- For 8000 lbs Axles
- 9/16 Inch Stud
- 8 on 6-1/2 Inch
- 16 Inch Wheel
- 16-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 17 Inch Wheel
- 17-1/2 Inch Wheel
- DeeMaxx
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