Bearings for 7,000 lb Dexter Axle and is Press Needed to Install

Updated 08/12/2019 | Published 08/10/2019

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Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 7K E-Z Lube Axle - 8 on 6-1/2 - Pre-Greased - 1/2" Stud

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Replacement Trailer Hub Bearing - 14125A

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Replacement Race for 25580 Bearing

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$14.23

Replacement Trailer Hub Bearing - 25580

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LubriMatic Mini Grease Gun with Straight Pipe - 12" Hose

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$23.71

Grease Seal - Double Lip - 2.125" ID - 3.376" OD - GS-2125DL

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$14.76

Grease Seal - Double Lip - 2.250" ID - 3.376" OD - GS-2250DL

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$14.84

LubriMatic LMX Industrial Strength Grease - 14 oz. Cartridge

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$10.77

LubriMatic Standard-Duty, Lever Action Grease Gun

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LubriMatic Marine Trailer Wheel Bearing Grease - 3 oz. Cartridges - Qty 3

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Bearing Packer - Plastic

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Question:

what size bearing fits a 7000 lb dexter axle. also do you need a press to install into the hub.

asked by: John R

Expert Reply:

For a 7,000 lb axle with a hub such as Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly # 42866UC3-EZ you need Inner Bearing # 25580, Inner Race # 25520, Outer Bearing # 14125A and Outer Race # 14276. You will also need Grease Seal # GS-2125DL (2.125" inner diameter) or # GS-2250DL (2.250" inner diameter) though the only way to know this for certain is to check the part number on the seal itself or use digital caliper to measure your spindle where the seal rides.

A press isn't necessary for installation, but you will need a flathead screwdriver and a rubber mallet.

Additionally, I strongly recommend a bearing packer because they make the job easier and less time-consuming, not to mention less messy; you can use something basic such as the Bearing Packer # PTW1218 for this. For grease I recommend LubriMatic LMX Industrial Strength Grease # L11390 or LubriMatic Marine Trailer Wheel Bearing Grease in 3 oz cartridges # L54FR and a compatible grease gun like the # 30-800. This Marine grease would be best if you are putting it on a boat trailer.

I have added a link to a help article which details exactly how to replace your bearings, races and seals, as well as a link to a video which you should find helpful.