What is Better, TruRyde or Timken Trailer Bearings

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how are the bearings rated? will timken brand last longer?

asked by: William W

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Helpful Expert Reply:

Not all bearings are created equal, but you would be hard-pressed to find one that is vastly superior than another. Whether it is TruRyde, Timken, or some other brand, if the bearings are properly maintained, used in the correct hub, and within the capacity of the trailer they will last a long time.

They do not really have a rating in miles or time. You will need to inspect them for time to time, perhaps when yo uare inspecting other parts like brakes or suspension components. I have included a link to a video that will help you with that.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

Typically the 10th digit of a trailer VIN is the year the trailer was manufactured. I attached a picture that shows a VIN decoder for trailers for you to check out as well. You can also give the VIN to the trailer manufacturer and I am sure they will…

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Answer 2

The Dexter hub you referenced, 8-201, is a 5,200 lb hub, though a 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern does not come on 5,200 lb hubs. The correct bearings for the 5,200 lb hub are #25580 and #LM67048, while the proper races are #25520 and #LM67010. I have…

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You do want to weld the spring seat of your axle to it. If you are in need of a spring seat for a 3,500 lb axle you'd want the part #TRSS238 and you'd be set.

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Answer 4

You can use leaf springs that are rated higher than the axle without any issues as long as they measure the correct measurement for your trailer. For example the 6-leaf double eye spring for 7,000 lb axles part #e64SR measures 24-7/8" eye to…

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To determine the size of the brake assemblies you need you have to measure the depth and width of the hub drum on the axle like what you see in the picture I attached. The most common size is 2-1/4 inch wide like the #T4071600-500 that you…

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Answer 6

You would know to replace brake shoes the same way you would know with a vehicle. If performance is suffering and adjusting the brakes does not help and there are no other issues causing the poor performance it is probably time to change the brake…

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Answer 7

The Hub Bearing Kit for Lippert, Dexter, and Al-Ko Axles - 3,500 lb with #84 Spindle #BK2-100 falls under the etrailer brand. This kit includes the common bearings and seal for a standard 3,500 lb axle.

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TruRyde is the bearing manufacturer that makes the bearing kit part #BK2-100. I attached a review video for this product for you to check out as well.

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Answer 9

I currently have four different self-adjusting assemblies for your boat trailer with 10" x 2-1/4" electric drum brakes. You can choose from the following: -Terran Axle Electric Trailer Brakes #TX97ZJ (3,500 Axles) -etrailer Electric Trailer…

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Answer 10

Hey Ken, the etrailer hub part #AKHD-655-35-K that you referenced uses TruRyde bearings. What brand do you prefer?

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Answer 11

You can add a heavier axle to the trailer but the rest of the components of your trailer may not be rated for a higher weight capacity such as the suspension components and wheels. If you go from a 3,500 lb axle to a 7,000 lb axle like part #8327834…

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Answer 12

Thanks for the picture! If you can't get your races out, you'll just need the entire new hub assembly #AKIHUB-545-2-EZ-2K which comes with brand new races already installed, new bearings, and new grease seals but you'll need to use #34823…

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