Replacement Hubs for a Triton 08351 PWC Trailer Axle

Updated 07/08/2026 | Published 05/19/2025

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BulletProof Hitches Adjustable Mud Flap System for 2", 2-1/2", and 3" Hitches - Matte

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CE Smith Trailer Idler Hub Assembly w/ Case for 2.7K Axles - 5 on 4-1/2 - Galvanized - Pre-Greased

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Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 2,700-lb Axles - Pre-Greased - 5 on 4-1/2 - Galvanized

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Question:

Hello, I have a Triton PWC trailer with a Reliable 2700lb Torsion Axle 08351. I would like to purchase 2 hub assemblies for this trailer. The lug pattern in 5x4.5. Are you able to help me locate the correct part number? Thanks in advance!

asked by: Brad B

Expert Reply:

Yes, I am and thanks for the information. It looks like your Reliable 2700lb Torsion Axle 08351 has a 1-1/16" x 1-1/16" spindle. I have two options for replacements and which one you need is going to be determined by how big your PWC trailer's wheels are. I have listed the two options below;

13" to 14" Wheels - CE Smith Trailer Idler Hub Assembly w/ Case for 2.7K Axles - 5 on 4-1/2 - Galvanized - Pre-Greased - item # CE13315

8", 10", 12" Wheels - Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 2,700-lb Axles - Pre-Greased - 5 on 4-1/2 - Galvanized item # DX77UR

What size wheels do you have?

expert reply by: Jerred H

Pete

6/29/2025

I'm not convinced that response is necessarily correct for all #08351 applications. It depends on the manufacture date of the trailer axle from Reliable. I have the 2005 triton elite trailer with that same Reliable rubber torsion axle. However, the axles spindles are tapered. The outer part of the axle spindle requires bearing 1-1/16 inch diameter as you propose. However, the inner bearing spindle shoulder is 1.50 inch diameter and requires a different bearing. At any rate, CE Smith kit #13315 did not fit my Reliable 2700ib beam capacity axle. I had to make up my own kit with: inner cone # L68149 and inner cup #L68111

Jerred H.

6/30/2025

@Pete That's good to know and glad you got it sorted out. Yeah we run into this issue frequently along with people changing their spindles out due to damage or wanting different sized wheels.

Mike

6/23/2026

Why is this if they are both 5 on 4 1/2

Boat K.

7/8/2026

If you have a UFP/DICO 45263 hub (commonly found on 2013 Heritage/Tracker trailers with the original Vault oil-bath system), a successful replacement is: CE Smith CE13315 galvanized pre-greased hub assembly Replace the included grease seal with 13194 (1.372" ID × 1.979" OD) Spindle uses L44649 inner and outer bearings 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern 13" trailer wheels This combination has been successfully installed as a direct replacement for the original Unique BT/UFP Vault hub. Now shared on AI plateform. As the homework is now done.