Installing Plastic Hub Cover on Trailer Wheels

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So, do you align the bolts in any way or just snap it on no matter where the lugs are aligned? Its a 5 x 4.5 with standard lugs.

asked by: Eugene D

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The Phoenix USA QuickTrim Hub Cover for Trailer Wheels - 5 on 4-1/2 - ABS Plastic - Chrome - Qty 1 # QT545C does not require any specific orientation for installation. You simply align the bolts with cap and press it into place. I've attached a video to assist. The back of the cover will hold tightly to the lug nuts on your trailer wheels.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Linda

3/21/2024

Looking for this video of how to replace plastic gun cap on horse trailer

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Jenny N.

4/10/2024

@Linda Sure thing Linda, the video that we have on replacing the hub cap part # QT545C I have linked below. If you have any other questions or concerns please let me know.

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Answer 1

The washer #5-101 is the 1 inch diameter standard size and there is not anything that is 1-1/16 inches as you stated. This washer will work well along with the D Washer for EZ Lube Spindles #5-23 for your spindle and bearings.

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Answer 2

You can measure either the outer diameter of the part of the dust cap that fits into the hub OR the inner diameter of the hub where the dust cap goes using calipers such as #PTW80157. Calipers are needed because the measurement has to be as accurate…

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Answer 3

I confirmed with my contact at Dexter Axle that the grease zerk used in their EZ Lube spindles like #TRU74FR is a standard 1/4-inch pipe thread fitting that you can replace with an item like #Gzerk. Your local hardware store may have one too. You can…

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Answer 4

The axle over-under kit to use on a 2-3/8-inch diameter axle rated for 3500-lbs is part #K71-384-00. We also have a similar kit for 3-inch diameter axles, part #K71-385-00. Please click on the linked video to see a review of the items in the kit.…

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Answer 5

I wish we had a lug nut cover that fit the size you have, but nothing we offer is the correct size. The best option we have would be a larger hub cover like the #QT655C which would cover the center portion of the wheel. I attached a review video and…

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Answer 6

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 7

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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Answer 8

The three most common lug stud sizes for a trailer are 1/2"-20, 9/16"-18, and 5/8"-18. In order to make sure you get the correct lug nuts you need to measure the lug studs on the trailer now as we have no way to look this up for…

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Answer 9

Trailer wheel bearings are specific to the spindle that is installed on the axle that is on your trailer. You will need to safely support the trailer, remove the wheel and tire, remove the grease cap, remove the cotter pin and washer that secures the…

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Answer 10

The two sizes you mentioned are pretty similar and fit many of the same 15 inch wheels. The 205/75-15 fits rim widths of 5 inch to 6-1/2 inch whereas the 225/75-15 fits widths that are 5 inch to 6 inch. The 205 is 27.1 inches tall and the 225 is 28.4…

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Answer 11

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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Answer 12

The 5.30-12 tires, being wider, are going to make more contact with the road. This means that the noise, and heat build up will be higher than a 4.80-12 tire but the rolling resistance will actually be less because the tire is larger diameter. The…

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