How To Remove and Install Grease Caps and Bearing Protectors on Trailer Hubs
Question:
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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Expert Reply:
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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Grease Cap, 1.988" OD Drive In - Qty 2
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Caps
- Standard Grease Cap
- 1.988 Inch O.D.
- TruRyde
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