Looking For Replacement Hub For 1969 Boat Trailer
Updated 02/03/2026 | Published 07/29/2024
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The wheel bearings blew out in a 1969 boat trailer I recently acquired. I would like to replace the entire hub assembly with a pre-greased set to make things easier. I took a few measurements and would really appreciate help ordering the correct hub assembly! The axle isn’t marked with a weight rating but measures 1 3/4” in diameter I believe it’s a BT8 spindle I will include a photo Spindle diameter 1 1/16” The inner and outer bearings are marked L44643 The grease seal outer diameter is 1.983” could not get an inner diameter measurement due to damage
asked by: Eric C
Expert Reply:
Hello Eric, thanks for reaching out. The # L44643 inner and outer bearing combination is still commonly used along with the 1.98" seal. We do offer a pre-grease hub that fits your specifications, I just need to confirm your hub bolt pattern to make sure you get the correct hub. We have both 4 on 4 and 5 on 4-1/2 hubs available so please confirmed which one your trailer uses. Here is what I recommend:
- Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 2,000-lb Axles - 4 on 4 - L44643 Bearings - Pre-Greased # AKIHUB-440-2-1K
- Easy Grease Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 2K Axles - 13" to 15" - 5 on 4-1/2 - PreGreased # AKIHUB-545-2-LFEZ-1K
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Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 2,000-lb Axles - 4 on 4 - Galvanized
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- L44643 / L44643
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- 1/2 Inch Stud
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Jesse M.
2/3/2026
Hey Eric, did you get a chance to confirm which bolt pattern your trailer uses for the new hub assembly? Knowing how the pre-greased hub fit could really help others working on older boat trailers too.