Replacement Hubs, Bearings, Races, Seals, and Tires for a 1996 EZ Loader Trailer

Updated 02/23/2021 | Published 02/19/2021

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Question:

I have a 1996 EZ loader trailer, with the VIN 1ZE5EFV18TA015787. IM LOOKING TO REPLACE THE TRAILER HUBS AND BEARINGS. I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT TO LOOK FOR. I may also be looking into replacing the wheel an tires. The current tire reads, F78-14ST.

asked by: Giovanni P

Expert Reply:

Unfortunately, there is no documentation on the hubs and bearings for a 1996 EZ Loader Trailer.

However, there is a way to determine what you need. You will have to disassemble your hubs and read the numbers on the bearings, races, and seals to determine the correct replacement. I have linked to a video demonstration of how to do this below.

If you cannot read the numbers, you can use a digital caliper like part # PTW80157 to measure the inner diameter, which will help in determining the correct replacements. If you let me know which numbers they state or which measurements you get, I can help you find the correct replacements.

As for the hub, I have read that the hubs of an EZ Loader are proprietary, so you may need to contact them to get a replacement.

Finally, for your tire, the F78-14ST is the equivalent of a ST205/75D14 tire. We have a great replacement for that in the Americana ST205/75D14 Bias Trailer Tire, part # AM1ST52. It is a load range C bias tire that fits 14" rims. I have linked to a video review of this below.

expert reply by: Kef G