Should There Be a Washer on Trailer Spindle Between Spindle Nut and Outer Bearing
Updated 05/20/2024 | Published 08/31/2018
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
i have an older TeeNee Boat trailer 1979 vintage I am replacing the wheels and hubs that I purchased from Etrailer this week. There was no washer between the nut and outer bearing , I have had the trailer for a long time and do not recall having a washer there. is that a problem?
asked by: Dave W
Expert Reply:
There really should be a flat washer between the outer bearing of your hub and the nut that holds it on. The washer protects the back side of the bearing from the edges and points on the back side of the spindle nut.
The Washer For 1 inch Spindle, # SW1000, is typically used on spindles that have a castle nut, like # 165686, and a cotter pin, # 165649.
A D washer, # 5-23, would be used on a spindle that has a flat side and uses the same castle nut and cotter pin setup.
A Tongue Washer, # 165863, would be used on a spindle with a groove cut through the threads, and would use the same castle nut and cotter pin setup.
A Tang Washer, # 5-101 or # 5-71, could be used with a spindle that has a D shape or a groove, and no cotter pin. The tang on this type of washer is bent up in one or places to prevent the spindle nut from turning and a cotter pin is not needed.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Hub Bearing Kit for Lippert, Dexter, and AL-KO Axles - 3,500 lb with #84 Spindle
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Bearings
- Standard Bearings
- Bearing Kits
- Bearing L44649 and L68149
- Race L68111 and L44610
- 3500 lbs Axle
- etrailer
more information >
Continue Researching
- Shop: Washer For 1" Spindle
- Shop: etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - Self-Adjusting - 10" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 3.5K
- Shop: Replacement Spindle Washer - Tang Type for E-Z Lube
- Shop: Easy Grease Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 3.5K Axles - 5 on 4-1/2 - Galvanized
- Article: Most Popular Wheel Bearings
- Search Results: trailer bearings races seals caps
- Article: How to Tell the Weight Rating of a Trailer Axle
- Shop: CE Smith Trailer Idler Hub Assembly w/ Case for 2.7K Axles - 5 on 4-1/2 - Galvanized - Pre-Greased
- Video: Spindle Nut Kit for EZ Lube Axles: The Breakdown
- Shop: Easy Grease Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly for 3.5K Axles - 10" - 5 on 4-1/2 - Pre-Greased
- Shop: CE Smith Trailer Idler Hub Assembly w/ Case for 3.5K Axles - 5 on 4-1/2 - Galvanized - Pre-Greased
- Video: Detailed Breakdown of the Replacement Spindle Washer
- Search Results: trailer hub
- Article: Trailer Lighting Requirements
- Q&A: My Axle Has No Cotter Pin Hole Can I Install Bearing Kit for #84 Spindle?
- Video: Detailed Breakdown of the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator w Electric Lockout
- Q&A: Correct Replacement Hub For Jet Ski Trailer With BT150 Hub
- Search Results: 2 inch bearing buddies
- Video: Feature Breakdown: CE Smith Trailer Idler Hub Assembly w/ Case for 3.5K Axles
- Q&A: Can Tang Washer Be Switched to Something Easier for 3,500 lb Axle
- Search Results: lubrimatic marine grease
- Search Results: tang washers
- Video: Easy Grease Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 2K Axles Review
- Video: Remove and Reinstall a Trailer Hub Review
- Video: In-Depth Review of the CE Smith Trailer Idler Hub Assembly w/ Case for 2.7K Axles
- Search Results: led light trailer lights
- Q&A: Replacement Brakes, Hub/Drums, Bearings, And Seals For A Lippert 3,500lb Axle
- Search Results: 11 inch keel roller
- Q&A: What Is the Difference Between a BTR and BT8 Spindle
- Article: How to Accurately Measure Trailer Leaf Springs
Jay
5/17/2024
I have a Dexter axle with a tang washer which broke during my last service. There was no D Washer behind it originally. . My question is do I need a d washer after the tang washer? So in this order for inside out. Bearing, D Washer, Tang Washer then Castle Nut? Or is it just Bearing, Tang Washer then Castle Nut? Thanks for confirming.