Replacement Hub Needed For Koyo Bearings L44648 And LM48548
Updated 12/15/2025 | Published 11/21/2024
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I have a 69 orbit camping trailer 15’ I need to replace the wheel hubs. The inner bearing is LM48548 and the outer L44648. They are 4 lug 6 1/2 bolt pattern. What can u ised to replace them Ron
asked by: Ron O
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Expert Reply:
Hey Ron,
It unfortunately looks like we don't offer a hub that's compatible with the # LM48548 and I couldn't find an alternative bearing that would match that same inner diameter to fit the spindle. The only option we could offer at this point would be to have a shop weld on a new more commonly-sized spindle to your current axle or replace the axle entirely. Typically, the cost of replacing the spindle outweighs the cost of a new axle so I'd explore both options.
To replace the axle you'll need to measure the distance from the center of one spring seat to the center of the other. You'll also need to have the hubs on the spindle and measure from the face of one over to the face of the other hub to ensure the wheels sit in the same spot.
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Chris R.
12/15/2025
Hey Ron, were you able to measure the spring seat and hub face distances for your trailer axle? Knowing what you found could help others trying to match older Orbit trailer setups.