Can 3500lb Capacity Axle Be Converted from 5 On 5-1/2 Inch Bolt Pattern to 5 On 4-1/2

Question:

hi i have an older trailer that is 5.5 5lug. i would like to convert to 4.5. can i just buy a 4.5 drum or do i need to but the whole hub assembly? the capacity of the axle is 3500lbs. thx

asked by: Shred

Expert Reply:

A typical 3500 lb axle will have spindles compatible with a L68149 Inner/L44649 outer bearing and a 10-19 grease seal.

If your existing hub/drum with the 5 on 5-1/2 wheel bolt pattern uses this setup, you can indeed go with a replacement hub/drum with a 5 on 4-1/2 inch bolt pattern like # AKHD-545-35-EZ-K which includes the inner and outer bearing, the inner and outer race, the greae seal, dust caps compatible with either a standard or an EZ Lube spindle and lug nuts.

If you have a different bearing set, let me know and I'll help find a replacement.

expert reply by: Mike L