Do Some Races Not Sit Down Completely
Updated 02/03/2026 | Published 07/03/2024
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Question:
Do some races not go all the way down to the lip. Mine sounds bottomed out with a tad left to reach the lip
asked by: Arnold M
Expert Reply:
Thanks for reaching out, Arnold!
When replacing the bearings and races you want the bearings to sit flush inside the race. Be sure the race is completely clean and there isn't any debris keeping it from sitting flush, and that you have the correct race for the correct bearing. Same thing when you insert the bearing and race into the hub - it needs to sit flush.
Sometimes using a set tool like the part # PTW83020 can help to ensure everything gets seated properly.
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Hub Bearing Kit for Lippert, Dexter, and AL-KO Axles - 3,500 lb with #84 Spindle
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- Bearing L44649 and L68149
- Race L68111 and L44610
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Robin H.
2/3/2026
Hey Arnold, how did things go after checking that the race and bearing were seated flush in your hub? Your results could really help others who run into the same issue with their bearing kits.