Solution for Trailer that Needs Shorter than Standard Trailer Hubs
Published 06/07/2019
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Question:
Im working on an old cable reel trailer with no information. The bearings are the same as DX22XR, but the hub is only 3.5. Yours says measures 4.125inch . What is the measurement from the outside of one race to the other? mine appears to be about 2 3/4 Do you think DX22XR will work?
asked by: Greg
Expert Reply:
You have a shorter stub spindle on your axle which we do not have a replacement hub that will fit. The only solution we can point you towards for your trailer is a new spindle that is longer like the BT8 spindle part # TRU94FR which would then allow you to install a similar hub that you referenced part # AKIHUB-545-2-1K which has the same 5 on 4-1/2 inch bolt pattern.
Spindles need to be installed perfectly square so best option is to find a shop local to you who has experience with this and let them do it as it typically requires special jigs.
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Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 2,500-lb Axles - 5 on 4-1/2
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Idler Hub
- Standard
- LM67048 / LM11949
- Standard Grade
- For 2500 lbs Axles
- 1/2 Inch Stud
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 13 Inch Wheel
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
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