Troubleshooting Trailer Brake Drums that Do Not Want to Remove from Spindle
Updated 09/09/2019 | Published 09/07/2019
Question:
I have the castle nut off but the hub wont come off. Brakes dont seem to be the problem as the hub turns freely. Any suggestions?
asked by: Matt
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Expert Reply:
It's possible that the drum has very deep grooves worn into them which then the brake pads of the brake assemblies would then be still holding the hub on... even though they are still able to turn by hand. Try spinning the adjustment wheel to loosen the assemblies as much as you can and try again. It should allow the hub to come off.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly for 3,500-lb Axles - 10" Diameter - 5 on 4-1/2
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub with Drum
- Standard
- L68149 / L44649
- Standard Grade
- For 3500 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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