Changing Trailer from Hub-Centric Rims with Bolts to Lug-Centric Rims with Studs and Nuts
Updated 03/12/2014 | Published 03/11/2014
Question:
I HAVE BOLTS IN MY PRESENT HUBS...I AM CHANGING TO HUBS WITH STUDS AND NUTS.. DO I NEED TO BE CONCERNED WITH THE SIZE OF THE CENTER OPENING OF MY NEW RIMS, IF THEY ARE LARGER THE THE HUB???
asked by: JIM
Expert Reply:
Your original rims are the hub-centric type, meaning that the pilot hole in the center of the rim provides the centering for the rim on the hub. In the lug-centric type that you are switching to the centering of the rim on the hub is provided by the alignment of the lugs.
As long as your new rims have a pilot hole that is larger than the center of the hub (to fit over it) and your wheel studs line up and thread on properly then you are all set.
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Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 2,000-lb Axles - 5 on 4-1/2
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Idler Hub
- Standard
- L44643 / L44643
- Standard Grade
- For 2000 lbs Axles
- 1/2 Inch Stud
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 13 Inch Wheel
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
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