Replacement Bearing Kit for Dexter Axle with 5,200 lb Capacity

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Looking to repack my axel/hub bearings trying to find replacement bearings for Dexter B21-5651, D52 capacity:5200 lbs Dex: 5514706, HF=86.50 SC=68.25 NEV-R-ADJUST. 2 axel trailer. Would you know what parts I would need, thanks

asked by: Donald M

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Hey Donald, the correct bearing kit for a 5,200 lb trailer axle is the part # BK3-300 which comes with the correct bearings and seal you'll need. Did yours fail or are you wanting to keep a backup on hand.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Donald M.

6/23/2025

Backups, thank you very much. You guys are great!

Jameson C.

6/23/2025

@DonaldM Glad to help!

Answer 1

Hey Philip! Can you get the serial number off of that axle tag? We have two different bearing kits that will work with the difference being the grease seal. If your existing grease seal has a 2.25" inner diameter (ID) you can use the #BK3-300…

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Answer 2

Based on your axle info the correct bearing kit would be the part #BK3-310 for a kit that includes both bearings #LM67048 and #25580 as well as a grease seal.

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Answer 3

The D52 on your axle tag means it is a 5,200 lb axle. For a kit that has all of the bearings and seal for your Dexter D52 5,200 lb axle you'd want the kit part #BK3-310 and then for a spindle nut you'd want the #165686. Aside from that the…

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Answer 5

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 6

Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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Answer 7

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Answer 9

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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Answer 10

The #84 spindle is just a common way to identify the spindle dimensions typically used for 3,500 lb axles. So instead of listing out the parts, people can just say they have #84 spindles and it's easier to know what fits it. The CE Smith Trailer…

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Answer 11

It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 12

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