How To Measure A Trailer Spindle To Find Replacement Hubs And Bearings
Updated 02/21/2017 | Published 02/01/2017
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I would like to purchase new Hubs and bearings... the hubs I have right now will not work with the rims and tires I also want to purchase.. the center hole on the rims are to small... my hub is to large... So... with the spindle on my trailer... which hubs and bearings do I need to purchase so that the rims and tires Kenda 205/65-10 Bias Trailer Tire with 10inch Galvanized Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range E - AM3H490 ? I want to purchase.... 2 hubs 2 bearing kits 3 rims and tires
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To make sure you find the right replacement hubs you can do a couple of things. First check out the bearing and see if you can find the numbers for the bearings either etched or stamped on the side of the bearing.
If you can not find the numbers you will need to measure the spindle. I have attached a drawing that shows where you need to measure the spindle to find the right replacements. The drawing also shows where to measure for a seal as well. You will also need to measure the inside of the hub to find the right replacement. It is best to measure the spindle and hub with a digital caliper like part # PTW80157.
The tire/wheel combo you mentioned, part # AM3H490 is rated to be able to handle a maximum load of 1,650-lbs at 90 psi. The pilot hole on the combo is 2.8-inches diameter.
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Dave K.
2/1/2017
I would like to purchase new Hubs and bearings... the hubs I have right now will not work with the rims and tires I also want to purchase.. the center hole on the rims are to small... my hub is to large... So... with the spindle on my trailer... which hubs and bearings do I need to purchase so that the rims and tires Kenda 205/65-10 Bias Trailer Tire with 10inch Galvanized Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range E - AM3H490 ? I want to purchase.... 2 hubs 2 bearing kits 3 rims and tires