Where to Measure on Trailer Spindles to Determine Replacement Hubs

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Can you tell me where I should take the measurements on the spindle to determine what hubs I need.It is a 3500lb trailer axle. I want to replace the 2 hubs. The inner bearing is L68149 and the outer is LM12749. These bearings are from a brake rotor on the trailer even though the trailer doesnt have brakes, thus the reason why I want to switch over to hubs. Thanks for your help.

asked by: Denis

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You will need to measure the diameter of the spindles where the seal and bearings ride. Check out the picture I attached that shows where this is. You will need an exact measurement so either a digital or dial caliper will be needed.

To pick out the correct hubs you will also need to determine the bolt pattern of the hubs you currently have so that the new ones will be compatible with your current hubs. I attached an FAQ on how to determine this.

If you get back to me with that information I will help you pick out the right hub assemblies. Or, you can follow the link I attached that will take you to the page that has all of our replacement hubs.

You would want to first select the bolt pattern that you have, next select the inner bearing you have, followed by selecting your outer bearing, and then all the correct hubs will be listed.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Scott

2/19/2024

Is there away I can you call?my name is Scott a I have a hub issue that I need to explain it to an expert. 7065805974

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Jameson C.

2/20/2024

@Scott I don't have a phone at my desk but if you can type your question out here I would be more than happy to help.

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Eric H.

5/6/2024

Is there another picture to go with this illustration? What’re the locations/names of the letters referenced above?

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Jameson C.

5/6/2024

@EricH All of the relevant letters in that picture are labelled?

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Eric H.

5/7/2024

@JamesonC the last two are not

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Jameson C.

5/7/2024

@EricH E is diameter of spindle where threads are, A is diameter of spindle that inserts into the axle, and F is length of spindle where it installs into axle and gets welded. For the purpose of picking out replacement components though those dimensions aren't really needed.

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Matt M.

6/26/2024

Hello, Would you be able to help me select the correct hub for my trailer? old wheel size: R15 Stud pattern: 5 on 4.5" Spindle Grease seal diameter: 1.63" (1" 5/8) or 4.1cm spindle inner race diameter: 1.25" or 3.2cm Sindle outer race diameter: .75" or 1.9cm And could you help with the correct bearing sizes? - My old bearings I pulled off my trailer: outer bearing- #09067 Tyson, inner bearing- #15123 Tyson Thank you for your time! Matt

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Jameson C.

6/26/2024

@MattM I really wish we could help but we don't have anything that matches the 09067 bearing as that's pretty old and not a current standard. Typically in these situations only option is a new axle.

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Answer 1

I have included a picture that shows the measurements needed for a spindle, bearings, seals, faces, and hubs. The spindle measurements are labeled A through F. A is the spindle shaft diameter B is where the grease seal sits C is where the inner…

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Answer 2

Hey Steven, you generally do not need to replace the wheel studs of your hubs when installing slip on disc kits like the DeeMax part #DE72FR. The rotors are not overly thick and normally trailer hub wheel studs are longer than needed so it's not…

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Answer 3

The #84 spindle is just a common way to identify the spindle dimensions typically used for 3,500 lb axles. So instead of listing out the parts, people can just say they have #84 spindles and it's easier to know what fits it. The CE Smith Trailer…

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Answer 4

In order to verify the spindle dimensions so that you can pick out the correct hub/drum you have to get exact dimensions. For that you need to use a digital caliper like part #PTW80157. For how old your trailer is this is especially important as the…

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Answer 5

The BTR and BT8 denotations refer to the spindle, not the trailer hub. The difference between a BTR and BT8 spindle is that the BTR spindle uses a 1.063" diameter L44649 bearing and the BT8 spindle uses a 0.99" diameter L44643 bearing. In…

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Answer 6

The #99 trailer spindle is typically found on 9,000 lb and 10,000 lb axles. This is not a spindle that we carry at this time, but I did find some of the measurements. I have attached a diagram showing the dimensions of a #99 spindle for you to check…

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Answer 7

Assuming your tires are in good shape without any bulges the easiest way to determine if you have a bent spindle is to take a straight edge that is longer than the tire and lay it across the tire parallel with your trailer frame and then measure the…

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Answer 8

The manual lockout on your Atwood 85778 surge brake coupler is there so that you can back up the trailer without the brakes locking up on you. Yes you can safely tow your trailer with the broken manual lockout, you just have to make sure you…

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Answer 9

The only thing required that is not included are the nuts and washers for the Hydraulic Brake Kit - Uni-Servo - Free Backing - Dacromet - 10" - Left/Right Hand - 3,500 lbs #AKFBBRK-35-D. For that you will simply need the Mounting Hardware for…

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Answer 10

Since you are in salt water, you definitely want to go with stainless steel disc brakes to resist corrosion so you get brakes that last. For stainless steel disc brakes with a 10 inch rotor that work with 15 inch wheels and a 5 on 4-1/2" bolt…

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Answer 11

Hey Nicholas, thanks for reaching out! The rotors in the E-Coat Dexter Disc Brake Kit #K71-633-2 are being discontinued so even if we had everything else available separately in a different kit I'd recommend going with a different disc brake kit…

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Answer 12

The Kodiak Disc Brake Kit #K2R35S can fit on a trailer with 14 inch wheels as long as the axle is a 3,500 lb axle and has brake flanges behind the spindle like in the picture I attached.

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