How To Remove and Install Grease Caps and Bearing Protectors on Trailer Hubs

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how do you change grease caps? do they just pop out and in or do you have to disassemble any part of the hub?

asked by: stephen f

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Grease caps just pop out and in. The best way to get them out is to pry them with a flat head screw driver or tap them from side to side with a hammer. To install new ones, you simply gently hammer them in. Normally I use a short piece of 2x4, to help tap the grease cap or bearing protector into the end of the hub.

I have added links to a couple of videos that demonstrate removing the grease caps.

expert reply by: Patrick B

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Answer 1

The Tru Ryde grease seals you mentioned, part #RG06-70 are indeed a replacement for the 10-036-00 Dexter seals. They would work great for your application.

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Answer 2

Yes there is a Bearing Buddy that will fit the Malone Microsport trailer part #MPG460XT that you referenced. To add bearing buddies, you simply need the #BB1980A for chrome or #BB1980A-SS for stainless steel.

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Hi Michael! Sorry for the delay. Took a while to get info, but the part you are looking for is the 021-262-01 (our new part #DX47VC). We just got this added to our site, but the info on the page is incorrect. I am working on getting that fixed, but I…

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The correct replacement for the Oil Seal 225255UC is the Oil Seal part #9103309. These both have a 2.24/2.25" inner diameter and 3.37" outer diameter. They are also designed for use with oil bath hubs.

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We can help but you'll need to take a measurement with a digital caliper like par #PTW80157 on your spindle. We have found that the grease seal you are looking for could have an inner diameter of either 2.24 or 2.12 inches and an outer diameter…

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If you have been connecting your table top propane heater directly to a 1-pound cylinder then your heater probably has a built in regulator, and as such you can use your hose to connect to a 20-pound cylinder. You should verify this with your heaters…

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EZ Lube Dust Caps, like #DC200L-DCRP, have a rubber plug that can be removed to access the zerk fitting. The rubber plug can be removed by gently prying it up with a flathead screwdriver. If your dust cap is in good condition and you want to avoid…

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I've actually answered a similar question on this before and found: In my research I found that the grease seal you are looking for could have an inner diameter of either 2.24 or 2.12 inches and an outer diameter of 3.37 inches when measured with…

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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…

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Answer 10

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 11

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…

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According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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