Can 1 Inch Trailer Hub Bearings Replace 1-1/16 Inch Bearings

Updated 03/22/2020 | Published 03/21/2020

Products Featured in This Question

Replacement Trailer Hub Bearing - L44649

(2009)

$20.38

Complete Bearing Kit with L44649 Inner/Outer Bearings and 10-9 Grease Seal Fits 1.063" Spindles

(3194)

$16.27

Replacement Race for L44643 and L44649 Bearings

(1066)

$2.91

Question:

Can I put 1 inch bearings and races in a hub that has 1 1/16 bearings

asked by: Todd

Expert Reply:

If your existing hub uses 1-1/16 inch bearings, they will need to be replaced the exact same size bearings and races, # L44649, and # L44610. We also have the complete bearing kit available as part # BK1-150, which includes two 1-1/16 bearings and matching races, as well as a grease seal, cotter pin and EZ Lube spindle washer.

Although one sixteenth of an inch may not seem like much of a difference, no parts are more critical for the dependable performance of your trailer than the bearings, races, and seals, so I can't recommend you use bearings other than the one the hub was designed to use. Doing so could potentially cause damage to your hub, and in turn affect other crucial components on your trailer.

expert reply by: Carla M