Determining The Correct Replacement Axle For 2012 Aliner Classic Camper

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It is possible that the Dexter Trailer Axle w/ Idler Hubs - EZ-Lube - 5 on 4-1/2 Bolt Pattern - 72" Long - 2,000 lbs # 20545I-EZ-72-15 you were looking at will fit your 2012 Aliner Classic Camper but the only way to be sure it to measure your current axle, and find the axle rating of your current axle. Starting with the measurements you will need to know the hub face to hub face and spring center to spring center measurements. For example the # 20545I-EZ-72-15 has a hub face to hub face measurement of 72", and a spring center to spring center measurement of 58" as shown in the included diagram. Next you will need to confirm the rating of your current axle. On the center of the axle should be an axle tag that has the axle rating on it, if not we can determine the axle rating by using the GVWR of your trailer. The # 20545I-EZ-72-15 has a 2000lb rating. If you can confirm the measurements and axle rating of your current axle I would be happy to help you find the correct replacement. I included a video of the # 20545I-EZ-72-15 for you to take a look at.

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It is possible that the Dexter Trailer Axle w/ Idler Hubs - EZ-Lube - 5 on 4-1/2 Bolt Pattern - 72" Long - 2,000 lbs # 20545I-EZ-72-15 you were looking at will fit your 2012 Aliner Classic Camper but the only way to be sure it to measure your current axle, and find the axle rating of your current axle.

Starting with the measurements you will need to know the hub face to hub face and spring center to spring center measurements. For example the # 20545I-EZ-72-15 has a hub face to hub face measurement of 72", and a spring center to spring center measurement of 58" as shown in the included diagram.

Next you will need to confirm the rating of your current axle. On the center of the axle should be an axle tag that has the axle rating on it, if not we can determine the axle rating by using the GVWR of your trailer.

The # 20545I-EZ-72-15 has a 2000lb rating.

If you can confirm the measurements and axle rating of your current axle I would be happy to help you find the correct replacement.

I included a video of the # 20545I-EZ-72-15 for you to take a look at.

expert reply by: Samuel C

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Dimensions Of Dexter Trailer Axle # 20545I-EZ-72-15
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Bet L.

4/16/2021

It is possible that the Dexter Trailer Axle w/ Idler Hubs - EZ-Lube - 5 on 4-1/2 Bolt Pattern - 72" Long - 2,000 lbs # 20545I-EZ-72-15 you were looking at will fit your 2012 Aliner Classic Camper but the only way to be sure it to measure your current axle, and find the axle rating of your current axle. Starting with the measurements you will need to know the hub face to hub face and spring center to spring center measurements. For example the # 20545I-EZ-72-15 has a hub face to hub face measurement of 72", and a spring center to spring center measurement of 58" as shown in the included diagram. Next you will need to confirm the rating of your current axle. On the center of the axle should be an axle tag that has the axle rating on it, if not we can determine the axle rating by using the GVWR of your trailer. The # 20545I-EZ-72-15 has a 2000lb rating. If you can confirm the measurements and axle rating of your current axle I would be happy to help you find the correct replacement. I included a video of the # 20545I-EZ-72-15 for you to take a look at.

Samuel C.

4/16/2021

Thanks for the specifications on your axle! While we do not currently offer any torsion axles, I do have an option for you. I recommend going with the Timbren Heavy-Duty Axle-Less Trailer Suspension - Straight Spindle - Regular Tires - 2,000 lbs # ASR2KHDS01 which has the same 2000lb rating as your current axle, but bolts directly to the frame of your trailer so you do not need to worry about the hub face to hub face measurement. The heavy duty version is made out of thicker steel so it is quite a bit stronger than a typical 2000lb axle, has the brake flange you need so you can add brakes, and uses 3500lb axle hubs and brakes. This system uses a built in progressive rate AEON main spring that does a great job of absorbing road shock and since each side is independent you will get an improved ride quality. Regarding adding an axle with a higher axle rating, there is not really a benefit. The reason for this is you will not increase the GVWR of the trailer as you will be limited by the lowest rated component which would not be the trailer's frame. With the Timbren systems it would also mean the AEON spring is stiffer, and since you would not be able to load the trailer to the upper end of the rating you would experience a stiffer ride. Moving on to adding brakes you will need hub and drum assembly # AKHD-545-35-EZ-K which have the same 5 on 4-1/2" bolt pattern allowing you to reuse your current wheels, braking assemblies # AKEBRK-35-SA, and brake mounting hardware # BRKH10B. You will also need a break-away kit # 20400 which is required for trailers with electric trailer brakes. If your 2012 Aliner Classic Camper does not already have a 7-way connector you will need to add one using # HM20048 and # 38656. In addition you will need to use # 10-1-1 to run from the junction box the the brake magnets on the braking assemblies using heat shrink butt connectors # DW05745-5 for a weather tight connection. I went ahead and included videos for each of the products mentioned for you to take a look at.

Answer 1

The bearing part #L44649 has an inner diameter of 1.063 and is typically used in 3,500 lb axle hubs and the #L44643 has an inner diameter of 1 inch and is typically used on 2,000 lb axle hubs. If you can get me more info on your trailer like axle…

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Answer 2

Although there is no specific measurement for that space between the bearing and grease seal, when installing the seal you will only insert it enough so that it is flush with the hub. This is the same case if you are installing the Bearing Kit…

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Answer 3

The part #BB60005 should work for you since you have an inner bearing of L44649 and your seal inner diameter is 1.375 inches. You will want to verify that the inner diameter of where your current grease seal is on your hub measures 1.980 inches…

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Answer 4

I can make it very easy for you. Since you have L44649 inner and outer bearings, you can use bearing kit #BK1-150. You will get both bearings, a double lip seal, a washer and cotter pin. The seal in this kit is a 10-60 double lips seal like…

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Answer 5

If you have a straight, 1-1/16 inch spindle, the correct bearing kit may be Bearing Kit item #BK1-150. This kit comes with the inner/outer bearings item #L44649, which has an inner diameter of 1.063 inches, along with a 1.500 inch inner diameter…

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Answer 6

While your pictures do indicate that you have an AL KO 4,400 lb axle the actual brake assemblies you have is a Dexter 3,500 lb assembly part #23-26 or for the pair #23-26-27. When it comes to replacing your hubs, based off some previous answers it…

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Answer 7

If your trailer is rated at 5,200 lbs most likely you have axles that are rated less than that individually. Typically on the VIN plate of the trailer the axle capacities will be listed. Common axle capacities are 5,200 lb, 3,500 lb, and 2,200 lb so…

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Answer 8

While it may be possible that a 3,500 lb. brake assembly will fit your 3,000 lb. axle, it is recommended that you stay with the 3,000 lb. size intended for your axle and use the part number #K23-472-473-00 for a replacement. If you are dead set on…

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Answer 9

I must recommend that you replace the hub/drum as well when changing the size of your braking assemblies because the surface area on the old drums may not line up with the new braking assemblies which is why I recommend replacing both at the same…

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Answer 10

The big difference between 3,000 lb axle trailer brake assemblies and 3,500 lb trailer axle brake assemblies is the width of the brake pad. The 3,500 lb kits like the #23-468-469 are 2-1/4 inches wide and the #K23-472-473-00 which fits the 3,000 lb…

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Answer 11

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 12

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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