Difference Between an Idler Hub and a Hub/Drum

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What is an idler hub and how does it differ from the hubs you describe? Do all trailer hubs have an idler? If not, what is the advantage?

asked by: ROBERT W

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The Dexter Trailer Hub Assembly you referenced, part # AKIHUB-440-2-1K is known as an idler hub. An idler is a hub that is no provisions for trailer brakes. It has no brake drum.

Part # 8-276-5 is an example of a hub/ drum that has a brake drum that can be used with a brake assembly like part # 23-47.

The # AKIHUB-440-2-1K would be an acceptable replacement for an idler hub with a 4-on-4 bolt pattern that uses # L44643 inner and outer wheel bearings.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Kendra T.

2/18/2020

Need drum electric brake kit with L 68149 inner bearing LM12749 outer bearing

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Chris R.

2/19/2020

The LM12749 outer bearing is a bit of an odd duck (0.8656" inner diameter) and unfortunately we don't have a hub assembly that uses it. The best solution I can offer is to simply replace your existing axle(s) with new ones that use a more standard spindle size. This will make replacement parts like hubs and bearings much easier to find. I have copied a link that will take you directly to our full selection.

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Answer 1

Hey Joe, the DeMaxx Disc Brake Kit part #DE82FR will work on your Wesco trailer as long as it has 5,200-6k axle with idler hubs currently. If you are not sure what your trailer has currently go out and check the axle's sticker/tag for it's…

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Answer 2

The DeeMaxx Disc Brake Kit #DE28YR does not have the E-Z grease fitting, you'd want to take a look at the Kodiak Disc Brakes #KOD69FR instead. This brake assembly is the same thing as #DE28YR but also includes 2 hub-rotor assemblies with…

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Answer 3

In order to pick out the correct hub assembly for a trailer you are going to need know a few key pieces of information. The first thing you will need to know is the bolt pattern of your hubs. Since the figure you came up with doesn't match any of…

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Answer 4

Thanks for reaching out again, Devin! A 1/2" difference sounds like a lot until you think about it just being a 1/4" off of each brake pad - so that's definitely feasible especially if it's been quite a while since they were…

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Thanks for reaching out and providing the photos, Devin! You definitely have a Model 60 Actuator so you can use the following parts to get your system back up and running: - Master Cylinder Assembly for Drum Brakes #T4395100 - Shock Absorber…

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Answer 6

You would need to measure the inside diameter of the hub opening to determine which cap size is needed. You would want to choose a cap whose outside diameter matches the inside diameter of the hub. Some of the most common sizes are 1.980 inch, 1.986…

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The BTR and BT8 denotations refer to the spindle, not the trailer hub. The difference between a BTR and BT8 spindle is that the BTR spindle uses a 1.063" diameter L44649 bearing and the BT8 spindle uses a 0.99" diameter L44643 bearing. In…

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I recommend using the Kodiak disc steel brake kit item #K2R526S. This is a stainless steel 12" Rotor with 6 on 5-1/2 bolt pattern rated up to 6,000 lbs. You will also need to have hubs with a 6 on 5-1/2 bolt pattern and a brake mounting flange…

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Hello Dave. I recommend the DeeMaxx Disc Brake Kit #DE28YR. This uses a corrosion-resistant Maxx coat finish, which is similar to Dacromet or Zinc only better. So not as expensive as stainless, but still good rust resistance. These hubs have a 6 on…

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Answer 10

The only real difference between using an integrated hub/rotor combo and a separate hub and rotor combo is that if something happens to the rotor and or hub on the separate hub/rotor, you can just replace the damaged component and not the entire…

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Answer 11

Since drum brakes and disc brakes require different pressure ratings to actuate properly you would need to go with a new actuator that is rated for a higher pressure like the Hydrastar #HBA16 which is our best option as its the most reliable and…

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Answer 12

With the severe corrosion on your DeeMaxx Disc Brake Kit #DE28YR you will most likely want to move to stainless steel components. We do offer the Maxx Coat Rotors/Stainless Calipers #DE58YR which is a more price conscious upgrade. Otherwise if you…

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