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Gear oil for trailer hubs

Discussion in 'Trucks [ Eighteen Wheelers ]' started by mitmaks, Apr 22, 2019.

  1. Apr 22, 2019 #1
    mitmaks

    mitmaks Road Train Member

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    Which weight should I be using on trailer hubs?
     
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  3. Apr 22, 2019 #2
    Intothesunset

    Intothesunset Road Train Member

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    Gear oil is what I've used. 80/90 weight.
    More important is make sure seals are not leaking.
    DOT will shut you down.
     
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  4. Apr 22, 2019 #3
    Luwi67

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    Although Peterbilt does not make trailers, My Peterbilt specifies Mobil synthetic SHC50 for non-driven hubs. Makes me wonder since trailer hubs are non-driven.
     
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  5. Apr 22, 2019 #4
    Goodysnap

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    A wheel end is a wheel end, at least oil bath anyhow. They all contain the same bearing type.....driven or non. 80/90,85/140, 75/90 will do just fine whatever your preference. I do think the synthetic 75w90 will offer lower resistance in colder climate and longer overall bearing life in extreme conditions compared to conventional oil. I do know Pete says 50 on steers. Never made sense to me why?
     
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  6. Dec 26, 2023 #6
    canadianredneck

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    Because then you purchase it from the dealer
     
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  7. Dec 28, 2023 #6
    Smellfunny

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    We use 85W-140.
     
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