Correct Bearing Buddy for Bear Trailer with 3,500 lb Axles

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I have a Bear trailer It is equipped with twin 3500lb axles. the spindle measures 1.375. The outer bearing number is 44649. What Bearing Buddy do I need?

asked by: Craig J

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The Bearing Buddy you would want would be the # BB1980A-SS or # BB1980A since you have bearing L44649 as the outer bearing.

# BB1980A-SS is the stainless steel version which will resist corrosion better than the chrome plated # BB1980A.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Correct Bearing Buddy for Bear Trailer with 3,500 lb Axles

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