How To Check If A Different Bolt Pattern Hub/Drum Will Be Compatible With Your Axle's Spindle

Published 11/28/2023

Products Featured in This Question

Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly for 3,500-lb E-Z Lube Axles - 10" Diameter - 6 on 5-1/2

(633)

$181.88

Grease Seal - Double Lip - ID 1.719" / OD 2.565" - for 3,500-lb Axles

(2752)

$7.43

Replacement Trailer Hub Bearing - L44649

(2138)

$22.34

Replacement Trailer Hub Bearing - L68149

(2138)

$17.06

Question:

Hello, I have a trailer with Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly for 3,500-lb Axles - 10inch Diameter - 5 on 5 and I would like to change to the 6 on 5.5. Is this Item # 84656UC3-EZ the correct assembly to make the change I would like make to? Please see the uploaded photo of my current 5 on 5. Thank you for your help.

asked by: Christian L

Expert Reply:

To determine if the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly for 3,500-lb E-Z Lube Axles # 84656UC3-EZ is the correct fit for your trailer you'll just need to check the grease seal and bearings. This hub/drum kit uses inner bearing # L68149 (1.378" inner diameter), outer bearing # L44649 (1.063" inner diameter), and grease seal # 58846 (1.719" inner diameter). If we look up the 8-249 number stamped into your drum it comes back with the same bearings and seal so you would likely be fine but it's always best to double check.

You can remove the hub and take a look at the seal and bearings to see if the number stamped into them is still legible enough to read or measure the spindle with a set of calipers at points B, C, and D to confirm.

expert reply by: Kevin C