How do you remove dust cover caps?
Expert Reply: 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 cap is rusted or coated in road grime, it can be more challenging to remove.
Do you need a wheel bearing dust cap?
Grease caps protect your wheel bearings from the dirt, dust, sand, water, salt and road grime that can (and will) destroy bearings. Without grease caps, your wheel bearings simply wouldn’t survive for very long out on the road. Bearings require constant lubrication to remain effective.
What are TYRE dust caps for?
Dust caps cover the end of a car tyre valve to stop dirt, dust and debris from getting into the valve. You may have heard them called by other names, too, such as tyre valve caps or tyre caps.
Do you put grease in dust cap?
from MI. I always put a little grease in the cap because; If the bearing failed and got REALLY hot it’s possible the grease in the cap would melt and flow into the failed bearing.
Which is the best front wheel bearing dust cap?
AutoGrade™ Front Wheel Bearing Dust Cap (618-504) by Dorman®. This is an aftermarket part that replaces factory OE # C8TZ1131C.. Dorman offers a variety Wheel Bearing Dust Caps for a range of applications.
How do you remove a dust cap on a trailer?
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 getting dents in the cover, you can use the Dust Cap Driver Tool to remove the cap.
How to remove ez Lube grease cap or dust cap?
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 getting dents in the cover, you can use the Dust Cap Driver Tool to remove the cap.
How do you replace a grease cap on a trailer?
To replace your older grease caps, you should use a digital caliper like # PTW80157, to measure the inside diameter of the trailer hub. Clean the hub of all rust and grime first to ensure you get an accurate measurement. I’ve provided a link to all of our EZ Lube grease caps for your convenience.