What Size Socket Works with 1 Inch Spindle Castle Nut # 165686?

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What size socket works with this castle nut?

asked by: Carl

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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. You don't want to torque these down tight as you do want to have slight movement and the cotter pin will keep it in place.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

Yes, there should be a washer of some type between the spindle nut and the bearing on your trailer. The washer protects the back side of the bearing from the edges and points on the back side of the spindle nut. There are several types of spindle…

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Answer 2

For your 84 spindle the correct nut would be #165686 which is a 1 inch spindle nut.

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Answer 3

No, the #14125A bearing has different applications than a #15123 bearing. The outer diameters are different. Both are readily available bearings. If you have a 15123 bearing then you would need that same bearing as a replacement. If you can provide…

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Answer 4

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 5

Hey Gary, we do have a version of the 2k rated trailer hub with a dust cap that has zerk fitting access with the part #AKIHUB-545-2-EZ-2K.

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Hey Ted, you can do it a couple ways. Easiest being to find the label on the axle that has the capacity and verify that you have a 3,500 lb axle. If so, this kit part #TMK52VR would be correct. Otherwise you can measure diameter of the axle as a…

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Answer 7

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.

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Answer 8

I do have a hub and bearing assembly that will allow you to replace the hubs on your mobile home axle however, mobile home axles are intended for a one time single use only, therefore there is a limitation to readily available replacement parts. When…

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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

To determine the size of the hub assembly you need to purchase you have to determine which bearings are in the old assembly. If the old assembly has L44649 inner bearings, you would use the hub you chose #8-258-5UC1. If the inner bearings are marked…

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Answer 11

We do not carry a tool that will help install your races, though I can pass on some information for you that might be helpful. To install your races, this is what you'll want to do, according to our help article on replacing bearings, races and…

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Answer 12

The trailer will have a plate or sticker on it that will list the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that will list the weight capacity. You can…

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