Tool Used to Tighten Spindle Nut on Trailer Hub

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So if the spindle nut is 1inch what is the size of the socket to install this nut?

asked by: Kent

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Spindle nuts do not get torqued down hard so normally people will use a set of channel locks or a large crescent wrench when installing spindle nuts when installing the part # 31-71-3.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Yes the Bearing Buddy part #BB1980A-SS is correct for the Dexter hub you have #8-247-50UC3 and then for the bearing kit part #BK2-100 is also correct! You made my job easy.

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Answer 2

All of our bearing kits, like the part #BK2-100 that was referenced, only include the inner/outer bearings, grease seal, and cotter pin/washer but I can help you get the other parts that you are needing as well. For 10" x 2-1/4" brakes we…

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Answer 3

EZ Lube spindles are generally preferred over Bearing Buddy setups. The EZ lube allows you to insert grease down the middle of the spindle easily which is basically the best option aside from removing the hub and taking it all apart and cleaning and…

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Answer 4

When using an EZ-Lube hub, such as hub/drum assembly #AKHD-545-2-EZ-2K, on an EZ-Lube spindle it is not necessary to also use Bearing Buddy bearing protectors. An EZ-Lube spindle, such as part #TRU44FR, has a grease zerk fitting to allow you to pump…

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Answer 5

I reached out to my contact at Dexter and was able to get the wheel bearing numbers you need for your 1999 Jayco Pop-Up Camper. The inner bearing is #L68149 and the outer bearing is #L44649. I recommend getting the complete kit which is Bearing Kit…

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Answer 6

Yes you can use a Bearing Buddy on your current axle setup but you'll have to remove the zerk/grease fitting. What you have now is an EZ lube spindle which allows you to push grease through the middle of the spindle but you can install a Bearing…

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Answer 7

The TruRyde Spindle Nut #165686 has an outer measurement of 1.45 inches. You will use a 1-1/2 inch socket on this castle nut or we usually use a channel lock for these installations. I've attached a video of an installation of a hub to assist.…

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Answer 8

The Hub Bearing Kit for Lippert, Dexter, and Al-Ko Axles #BK2-100 does not come with the grease cap and spindle nut. You will have to purchase them separate. The Grease Cap #RG04-040 has a 1.99 inch outer diameter. The cap has a drive-in…

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Answer 9

The Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 3,500-lb E-Z Lube Axles - 5 on 4-1/2 - Galvanized #AKIHUB-545-35-G-EZ-K does not come with the spindle nut. That would come with your axle. For a 3,500 lb axle you would want the Spindle Nut Kit for EZ Lube Axles…

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Answer 10

For an 84 spindle the correct castle nut would be item #165686 which is a 1 inch spindle nut. It has 14 threads per inch.

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Answer 11

You can absolutely store the Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness #HM11143865 in the hatch of your 2013 Subaru Outback when you aren't using it instead of routing it outside the vehicle. The connector end will be long enough to hang…

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Answer 12

Any time your vehicle is placed in reverse, whether you are towing or not, the alarm will sound on the Curt Trailer Connector Adapter with Backup Alarm item #C57102. To have the same connector without the beeping sound you will want the Curt Trailer…

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