Replacement Hub for Tracker TrailStar Boat Trailer

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Hello. I have a 2008 Bass Tracker Pro Team 190. It has a matched Tracker TrailStar trailer. I would like to replace the entire hub. I had the seals blow out and water got inside. I am wondering which is the correct hub to use. I can tell you that the bolt pattern is 5 on 4 1/2. It has a 13inch tire on it. The GVWR on the trailer is 2700lbs and the Max Load Capacity is 2110lbs. I know for sure the one bearing is L44649. Without pulling the hub I cannot remember any information about the second bearing. I honestly cannot remember a second bearing even existing. If more information is needed, I can get the model and serial number on the trailer, or I can possibly pull the hub tomorrow night if I can get home in enough time from work. My other question is, how often does the hub need to be greased? How much needs to be added when it does need grease? Should the hub need grease every 400 to 500 miles or is that too frequently? Should I only be addressing this at the beginning and end of boating season? I have blown the seals several times and believe it to be from overpacking. If I would use one of the packing tools to fill the hub originally how often would it need grease after that? Thank you in advance for your Help!

asked by: Brad B

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Overpacking the trailer hub with grease is the number one reason for grease seal failure. For a boat trailer I would recommend re-packing the hubs by hand with grease once per season and you'd be fine. I don't like recommending people use Bearing Buddies or EZ lube spindles as this commonly causes over-packing.

Based on everything you mentioned the hub you'd need as a replacement is the Dexter part # 8-258-50UC1-EZ which matches the bolt pattern, the bearing you mentioned, and the capacity as well.

For grease I recommend the higher quality Red grease part # L11390. I also attached a video that covers bearing packing for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Randy R.

10/19/2024

I'm needing to replace 1 wheel Seal / Bearing on a Trailstar trailer wheel for a 2020 Tracker Pro Team 175 Tournament Edition trailer... If this helps, the VIN number I have is: 7J511HH1XLB001388 and the Boat Serial number is: BUJ57769I920 I was thinking it might be just as easy to install a New Hub Kit with the race already installed, not that I would need new race's... But if not a Kit, what size of Inner & Outer bearings and what else would I need ... and should I use a E-Z Lube or Buddy Bearing ? Thanks for your thoughs and suggestions. Randy R

Kate F.

11/1/2024

@RandyR Hello Randy. Unfortunately, there is not a data base where we can look up the trailers and what parts were used on them. From my search I have found that the 2020 Tracker Pro Team 175 Tournament Edition trailer normally comes with a 1500 pound axle. With the 1500 pound axles there are different spindle sizes, and they require different bearings. You will need to take the hub off and either measure the spindle with a digital caliper like the # PTW80157, or take the bearings out to get the bearing numbers off of the bearings. I am attaching help article that will show you what portion of the spindle to measure. Also, in order to know if you need an EZ lube spindle there will be a zerk fitting at the end of the spindle. If you do have an EZ lube spindle you will most likely have a little rubber plug in the dust cap like # DC200L-DCRP. If you just have a full metal dust cap like # F001518 then most likely you do not have an EZ lube spindle. For 0.99" spindle you will want Bearing Kit for 1" BT8 Spindle, L44643 Inner/Outer Bearings, 34823 Seal # BK1-100 For 1.06" spindle you want Bearing Kit, L44649 Inner/Outer Bearings, 10-9 Seal # BK1-150 As for bearing buddies, always a great item to add. If you do have an ez lube spindle it will require for you to remove the zerk fitting to install them. If you want to get me the bearing size you come up with, I am happy to suggest the correct bearing buddies for you to add, if you choose. Hope you are out there catching some big ones! My biggest is still stuck at a 5 1/2 pound large mouth here in Missouri, but one day that number will change!

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Answer 1

It sounds like you're looking for a brake actuator that fits a 2" ball for your 2017 Trailstar. The dimensions don't have to match up, although it is nice if they do. The important thing is to know the capacity you need and whether this…

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Answer 2

Thanks for getting me all the info needed to pick out a hub! Based on what you listed the correct hub you need for a replacement is the part #84545BX. This uses the same bearings as what you have and has a matching bolt pattern.

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Answer 3

There typically aren't any part numbers stamped onto the trailer spindle that can be used for identification. There are however numbers stamped onto the hub most times which can be used for identification. The TDE46210 tells me you have a 3,500…

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Answer 4

To replace your TDE Model LP7000 actuator, I recommend the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator w Electric Lockout item #DX89FR. This coupler is designed to mount on top of a standard 3" wide trailer tongue. It measures right at 3-3/8" wide so…

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Answer 5

In terms of capability the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator w Electric Lockout - Bolt On - Disc - 2" Ball - Zinc - 7.5K #DX89FR is a good replacement option. The problem is the design of your old TDE LP7000 which was installed inside the tongue…

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We have the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator w Electric Lockout #DX29FR for disc brakes and the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator #DX27FR for drum brakes that will be a better option. These will have similar bolt patterns as your Tie Down…

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Answer 7

Some trailers are equipped with EZ Lube spindles, which have a grease fitting or zerk in the end of the spindle, and a small hole in the spindle that lets grease enter the interior of the hub and reach the bearings. This allows grease to be added to…

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Answer 8

The Easy Grease Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 3.5K Axles part #AKIHUB-545-35-G-EZ-K is a direct replacement for a UFP H-1377.

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Answer 9

The UFP H-1377 correlates to a Dexter #84 spindle, which is for a 3,500 pound axle. This will utilize an inner bearing #L68149 and an outer bearing #L44649. As this is being used on a boat trailer, I highly suggest going with the etrailer.com…

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Answer 10

Hey Eddie, thanks for the pictures. From seeing that I can tell you have a 3,500 lb axle and the correct replacement hub would be the part #AKIHUB-545-35-G-EZ-K that you referenced which comes with new bearings and seal.

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Answer 11

It might be Dan but I wasn't able to pull any specific information off of the UFP 13674 part number you gave me. What you'll need to do is pull one of the hubs and read the part numbers stamped into the sides of the bearings. This information…

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Answer 12

No parts are more critical for the dependable performance of your trailer than the bearings, races, and seals. To ensure that your trailer performs reliably, you should inspect the bearings, races, and seals and repack the bearings every 12 months or…

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