According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…
Hi Don, Based off the measurements of your current equalizer being 5 5/8" center to center, I wouldn't recommend using the MORryde CRE3000 because it's over an inch longer than your current equalizer. Having an equalizer that's…
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.
Hey William, thank you so much for all of the information! To replace your axles, I recommend the Trailer Axle w/ Electric Brakes item #e73SR. This is a 6,000 lbs axle that come ready to install with pre-greased hubs and electric brake assemblies.…
Thank you so much for the detailed information Doug! The Lippert Beam-Only Trailer Axle item #LC63PK is exactly what you need. This axle matches your specifications perfectly; 86.5" hub face, 68.5" spring center, and designed to replace…
Hi Kevin! You can definitely put aftermarket TPMS on this tire/wheel combo! The Tamarack ST225/75R15 Trailer Tire with Black Mod Wheel - 6 on 5-1/2 - Bead Balanced #TA76AR includes a fairly heavy duty valve stem, so that is no problem at all.…
Thank you for providing the specs for the suspension components that you already have. Correct hanger spacing really depends on the components being used such as springs, hangers and equalizers. Most of the hanger spacing dimensions that we have are…
Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…
Hi Calvin! All of the pre-greased hubs/drums, like the Terran Industries Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 3.5K Axles - 10" Diameter - 5 on 4-1/2 #TX68VJ, come with bearings made overseas and are all basically the same quality. At least that I…
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…
It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…
Trailer Axles with 74 Inch Spring Center, spindles only
Dial in a straight swap by matching the 74 inch spring center to your hanger spacing. With spindles only, you can reuse hubs and brakes that fit your spindle's bearing and seal sizes, keeping your setup consistent. For a smooth fit, confirm your hub and bearing sizes match the spindles and verify your hub face measurement alongside the spring center spacing.
A camber bend may be present to compensate for load and put proper camber on the tires. After installation, monitor tire wear to confirm it's tracking well. If you notice uneven wear, recheck measurements and alignment of the spring seats and suspension components before logging more miles.
Some Spindles Only options include a grease zerk EZ Lube setup, and compatible hubs fit smoothly on those spindles. If you plan to use a bearing buddy, remove the zerk before filling to avoid conflicts. Verify that your hub, bearings, and seal match the spindle's dimensions so lubrication flows correctly and seals stay intact.
Measure the spring seats center-to-center on your trailer and match them to 74 Inch Spring Center. Also confirm your hub face width so the wheels sit where you need them. If your spring seat spacing is close but not exact, seats can be cut off and rewelded to line up, then secured with a new U-bolt kit. After install, keep an eye on tire wear to confirm alignment.
Match your hub's inner and outer bearing numbers to the Spindles Only specs, and confirm the grease seal inner diameter fits the spindle's seal surface. Test-fit if you're unsure. Also verify your brake drum lug bolt spacing matches your wheels; a mismatch by about 1/4" can occur. If spacing doesn't match, reuse drums that fit your wheels and the new brake assemblies.