Solution for Replacing Older 3,500 lb Trailer Axle Hub/Drums that Have Smaller Drum Diameter
Updated 08/05/2024 | Published 07/29/2024
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Question:
I have a tapered spindle outer bearing L44649 and inner L68149. The old drum was 8 1/4 x 2 1/4. 5 bolt 4 1/2 . The tire is 20.5 x 8.0 - 10 I wish to purchase new drums and brakes
asked by: Chris
Expert Reply:
Hey Chris, so what you have normally matches with a 3,500 trailer axle like the hub/drum part # AKHD-545-35-K but your drum size is much smaller at 8-1/4 inches instead of the standard 10 inch drum for this axle capacity. This also most likely would be too large to fit behind your 10 inch trailer wheels as well.
So while we don't have an exact match for what you have now your best option would be to go with the hub/drum I mentioned with new brake assemblies part # AKEBRK-35-SA and then go with a larger wheel and tire like the # AM31202.
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Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 3,500-lb Axles - 10" Diameter - 5 on 4-1/2 - Pre-Greased
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub with Drum
- Standard
- L68149 / L44649
- Standard Grade
- For 3500 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
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Chris
8/5/2024
James, Thankyou. I’m just checking the the hub you mentioned will fit the rim and tire you suggested. The literature says hub good for: .13, 14, 14 1/2 and 15” wheel and the tire is 12”. Basically, are all these items compatible? Thanks, Chris