Does the Kodiak 13" Hub and Rotor KRH1378D Need to Be Cleaned Before Installation?

Updated 04/24/2026 | Published 04/17/2026

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Kodiak 13" Hub and Rotor - 8 on 6-1/2 - Dacromet - 1/2" Bolts - 7,000 lbs

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$256.55

Bearing Kit, 14125A/ 25580 Bearings, 10-36 Seal

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$44.01

Question:

Is the KHR1378D Kodiak hub and rotor coated with anything that needs to be cleaned off before installation?

asked by: Richard K

Expert Reply:

No, it doesn't Richard. The Kodiak 13" Hub and Rotor item # KRH1378D doesn't come pregreased or coated with anything. What I do like to do for my own peace of mind though is take a clean towel and thoroughly wipe off the inside of the hub before you install the bearings.

Once you get the Kodiak item # KRH1378D installed, I highly recommend cleaning off any bearing grease/oil and grime before you reinstall the calipers and pads.

Do you use oil bath or a standard grease setup on your trailer?

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expert reply by: Jerred H

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Steve B.

4/23/2026

I did not need to clean the rotor before installing it. The rotor was clean when I received it.

Jerred H.

4/23/2026

@SteveB Thanks for the feedback Steve. I appreciate you taking the time to share that.

Dan M.

4/24/2026

I did not need to clean either, everything was already perfect. I did wipe both parts of each wheel with a lint free cloth. That was it. Very glad we purchased from etrailer!