Will the Timken Bearing Kit TMK52VR Work w/a Dexter 3,500 lbs Axle?

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Considering Timken bearing kit TMK52VR and have a question. My boat trailer axles are Dexter 3500 lb with Sup R Lube hubs. Will this kit work fine even though it indicates EZ lube compatible. Thanks

asked by: Chris S

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It sure will Chris and welcome back! The Timken Bearing Kit item # TMK52VR is exactly what you need for your Dexter 3,500 lbs axle. This kit is sold per hub and includes new bearings, races, a seal, a tang washer, and a cotter pin.

Dexter's E-Z Lube and Lippert's Super Lube features are the same thing from different manufacturers. It just means there's a grease zerk fitting at the end of the spindle that lets you inject fresh grease without removing the hub. There's zero compatibility issues using the opposite brands bearing kits or hubs so long as they're the correct size.

Just for some additional reassurance, the Timken Bearing Kit item # TMK52VR has the same size bearings, races, and seal that's included in the Dexter item # DX76ER that's designed for their 3,500 lbs axles.

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expert reply by: Jerred H

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Dan

8/4/2026

I just used it last summer on my Dexter 3500 axle perfect fit.

Jerred H.

8/6/2026

@Dan That's great to hear Dan! Thanks for coming back and sharing that feedback.

Answer 1

A replacement tang-style spindle washer like part #5-101 is intended to be installed behind the castle nut and have its prongs bent down so that they prevent the castle nut from rotating on an E-Z Lube type spindle. The castle nut holds the washer in…

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Answer 2

Hey Shane, so the Timken bearing kits are made in the USA so what would be perfect for you would be the part #TMK52VR is a USA made 3,500 lb axle trailer bearing kit. Have you had bearing problems in past?

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Answer 3

Hi Calvin! All of the pre-greased hubs/drums, like the Terran Industries Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 3.5K Axles - 10" Diameter - 5 on 4-1/2 #TX68VJ, come with bearings made overseas and are all basically the same quality. At least that I…

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Answer 4

Yes, the Timken Bearing Kit #TMK52VR will fit your 3,500 lb axle as it fits an standard #84 spindle. The only time this kit won't fit with a 3,500 lb axle is if the trailer/axle is made before the 2000's since that's about the time that…

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Answer 5

Hi Tony; the #BK2-100 and #TMK52VR come with the same size bearings and grease seal. The main difference is the Timken name. This is usually associated with a higher quality bearings that are made in the USA which also accounts for the higher cost.

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Answer 6

Hey Guy, welcome back! Thanks for the numbers you found on your axle. From seeing that I can tell you have a Lippert 3,500 lb axle so for a bearing kit you will want the part #BK2-100 or for a set of American made bearings you will want the Timken…

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Answer 7

Hi Jordan! The Dexter Bearing Kit for 1-1/16" to 1-3/8" Tapered Spindle #DX76ER uses bearings and seals that are made overseas. They aren't really "branded", per se, but Dexter does have them made specifically for them. If you…

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Answer 8

Hey Mark, since we know your 2022 Imagine 2400BH trailer has 3,500 lb axles the correct bearing kit would be the part #TMK52VR. Bearing replacements are all based on the axle capacity of the trailer. Are you looking to have a spare set on hand or do…

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Answer 9

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 10

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 11

Trailer wheel bearings are specific to the spindle that is installed on the axle that is on your trailer. You will need to safely support the trailer, remove the wheel and tire, remove the grease cap, remove the cotter pin and washer that secures the…

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Answer 12

Hi Lee, cool camper! For 2,200 pound axles, you are going to want the Lippert Complete Bearing Kit for 2,200-lb Trailer Axles - L44649 Bearings, L44610 Races #LC23ZP. This includes the bearings, races, seal, cotter pin, and tang washer. It will be…

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