BT8 Spindle for 2,000-lb Trailer Axles - 1-3/8" Diameter

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• Replacement Hub For A 1949 Or 1950 TeeNee Boat Trailer With Short Spindles
  I have a solution for you, but as the short spindles have not been produced for some time now, there will not be a hub that will fit them properly, unfortunately. You will need to replace the spindles with the BT8 Spindle for 2,000-lb Trailer Axles # TRU59FR. If you are or know a good welder, this can be done pretty easily, but you need to make sure the cross tube connecting the two spindles has an inner diameter of 1-3/8" (typically a 1-3/4" outer diameter). Once these are on, the CE...
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• Replacing Hubs On a 4' X 6' Carry On Trailer From 4 on 4" Lugs to 5 on 4-1/2" Lug Pattern 15" Wheels
  Your current axle on your 4' X 6' Carry on Trailer will likely have either a BT8 Spindle # TRU59FR or BTR Spindle # TRU44FR. You can determine the spindle by removing your current hub and inspecting the bearings or by measuring the spindle itself. I have included a image that shows the locations of the bearing numbers and grease seals on your current hub as well as the measurement points for spindle as well. The BT8 Spindle # TRU59FR uses Bearings # L44643 which have an inner diameter...
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• How to Find a Replacement Spindle and Hub for a 5x10 SnowBear Utility Trailer with 2000 lb Axle
  We do have spindles and hubs for 2,000 lb axles, but we first want to determine which spindle and hub will work best for you. To do this we will need additional information about your current spindles and hubs to ensure the new spindle and hub match what you currently have. Unfortunately SnowBear does not provide general spindle and hub information for their trailers. The best way to ensure you get the correct spindle and hub is by using the part numbers of your bearings and grease seal....
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• How Much Does BT8 Spindle for 2,000-lb Trailer Axles Weigh
  The BT8 Spindle for 2,000-lb Trailer Axles - 1-3/8" Diameter # TRU59FR has a shipping weight of 3 lbs so without the packaging you're looking at about 2 lbs.
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• Which Spindles Will Work With My Trailer Idler Hub For 2,000-lb Axle AKIHUB-440-2-G-EZ-1K
  The Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 2,000-lb E-Z Lube Axles - 4 on 4 - Galvanized # AKIHUB-440-2-G-EZ-1K that you are considering buying is designed to work with BT8 spindles rated at 2,000 lbs, just as the hub is rated at 2,000 lbs. If you need a 1-3/8" diameter spindle, use BT8 Spindle for 2,000-lb Trailer Axles - 1-3/8" Diameter # TRU59FR. If you need a 1-1/4" diameter spindle, use BT8 Spindle for 2,000-lb Trailer Axles - 1-1/4" Diameter # TRU94FR. For a square spindle, use Square BT8...
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• Do You Carry A Trailer Hub For Mounting On a 3/4" Straight Spindle?
  Personally, I do not recommend using a bearing reducer with the Easy Grease Trailer Idler Hub Assembly # AKIHUB-440-2-EZ-1K as that just adds an additional item which can fail. Instead the best route would be to upgrade to the BT8 Spindle # TRU59FR which will also give you a more commonly found part which will allow you to more easily get parts if you ever have a roadside breakdown. Currently we do not carry any hubs which will fit on a 3/4" straight spindle.
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• Replacement Bearing Kit For Idler Hub 5 On 4.5 With 1 Spindle and 1.24 Inner Diameter Grease Seal
  The measurements that you gave tell me that you have a BT8 Spindle # TRU59FR. If you wish to replace your bearings, races and grease seal you will want the Bearing Kit # BK1-100. This includes 2 Bearings # L44643, 2 Races # L44610, a Grease Seal # 34823 and a Cotter Pin # 165649. To make things easier you can replace your entire hub. Depending on your wheel size you can choose either the Idler Hub # AKIHUB-545-2-1K that has the 5 on 4-1/2" lug pattern you said you have with 10"-12"...
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• Unable to Identify 4 Inch Spring That Fell Off While Repacking Bearings
  The only spring you may come across while repacking the bearings would be from the brake assembly. I would check out the brake assembly and see if it looks like a spring is missing. I have attached two different photos of brake assemblies which are labeled that you may reference to find the springs depending on what you have. There are also numerous photos and videos on the product page if you would like to look at the # AKEBRK-35-SA Electric Trailer Brake Kit.
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• Depth Measurement For Hubs That Fit A 1" Straight Spindle
  We do have hubs available for a 1" straight spindle in part # AKIHUB-440-2-EZ-1K. This hub measures 4-1/4" deep so it will run a bit longer than the hub you are looking for. There are a total of 4 hubs that we carry for a 1" straight spindle and all 4 would be identical as far as depth. A lot of these older boat trailers use hubs that are trailer specific, and it may prove very difficult to find. We do carry replacement spindles like part # TRU59FR, if you want to change it out for a more...
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• Should a Spindle That is Chipping be Replaced
  Anytime that a spindle is starting to take damage you will want to replace it as that will affect the performance of your bearings and seal. In this case since that chipping is right where the seal sits (as you mentioned) that will eat at the rubber seal which will likely cause it to fail. A failed seal will leak grease and cause further damage to your spindle/hub area. From the picture you sent in it looks like you have a round BT8 spindle. For replacements we have parts # TRU94FR, #...
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• How Far Apart Do the Races Need To Be On a BT8 Spindle
  There is not really an exact required distance between the inner and outer race on a spindle as the trailer hub will dictate this distance and there can very well be some variances between different trailer hubs. However, I went out to our warehouse and pulled a trailer hub that is fit for the BT8 Spindle part # TRU59FR and measured the distance between the inner and outer races (inside to inside). I found this to be right at 2-1/16" so your trailer hub will need to be very close to this...
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• Replacement Trailer Idler Hub With Inner Bearing 1.25" and Outer Bearing 0.75" Inner Diameters
  The only hub we carry that will fit your spindle size is the Agricultural Hub # AH15450ECOMP, as most have changed over to the more common BT8 # TRU59FR and BTR # TRU44FR. The agricultural hub is only rated for speeds up to 20mph and uses a 4 on 5" bolt pattern. You can have your spindles replaced to one of the more common sizes but this is best done at a trailer manufacturer so they can true up the ends of the spindle to ensure it is welded on straight. Otherwise if you can give me dimesnions...
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• What Replacement Spindle Do I Need for a Dexter 69-46 Spindle?
  As far as removing your current spindle, you will need to grind/drill off the old one. One the old spindle is removed, I recommend the BT8 Spindle for 2,000-lb Trailer Axles # TRU59FR (for a 1-3/8 diameter) or the # TRU94FR (for 1-1/4 diameter). The measurement of the diameter is the stub (innermost tube on the spindle). In order to get the correct size, I recommend measuring the stub of your old spindle once it is removed. I went ahead and attached videos of both of these spindles in order...
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• Spindle Compatible With Trailer Idler Hub Assembly AKIHUB-440-2-1K
  The Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 2,000-lb Axles - 4 on 4 - L44643 Bearings - Pre-Greased # AKIHUB-440-2-1K won't fit your trailer spindle as it will be too long. The reason is, this hub is designed to work on BT8 spindles, which are longer than what you have. The only solution we can offer is to replace your short and older spindles with a new one that will work with the Trailer Idler Hub Assembly # AKIHUB-440-2-1K, which is the BT8 Spindle for 2,000 lb Trailer Axles # TRU59FR. I have...
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• How to Determine the Correct Replacement Spindle With Bearing 07100
  Bearing 07100 are older bearings with the same dimensions as bearing # L44643. The spindles that uses those inner and outer bearings are # TRU94FR and # TRU59FR. The difference between these is one measurement, the furthest outer diameter, which is 1.25" on TRU94FR and 1.38" on TRU59FR.
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• How to Determine The Correct Replacement Trailer Hubs by Bearing Numbers or Spindle Size
  The best way to determine which replacement hubs you need for your trailer would be to remove one of the hubs and retrieve the bearings. Find the numbers stamped into the bearings and with those we will be able to get you the correct hubs. If you are unable to retrieve the bearing numbers, you can take measurements of the spindle. I have included a link to our spindle main page. At the top of the page is a diagram showing all of the measurements we would need to find the correct hubs...
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• Compatible Hub for TRU44FR BTR Spindle
  The # TRU44FR spindle you'd looked at is compatible with an L44649 inner and outer bearing, like what's used by the # CE13109. The hub includes the inner and outer bearing and race, the grease seal, the dust cap and the lug nuts. The hub has a 4 on 4 bolt pattern. For a 5 on 4-1/2 inch bolt pattern, use # AKIHUB-545-2-LFEZ-2K.
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• Compatibility of TRU59FR Spindle with AKIHUB-440-2-G-1K Hub
  Yes, they are indeed compatible. The # TRU59FR spindle is compatible with the L44643 inner and outer bearing and the 34823 grease seal. The # AKIHUB-440-2-G-1K hub kit includes the L44643 inner and outer bearing, the 34823 grease seal, the inner and outer race, grease cap and lug nuts. The hub as a 4 on 4 bolt pattern.
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• Determining if 2,000 lb Axle Needs 1-1/4 inch or 1-3/8 inch BT8 Spindle
  With trailer axle components there isn't typically a way to know what you need before getting into the hub/spindle area. Basically you'll need to remove your old one first and determine if you need the 1-1/4 inch BT8 part # TRU94FR or the 1-3/8 inch # TRU59FR.
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• Replacement Hub For BT-100 Trailer Idler Hub On a 1" Straight Spindle
  The Easy Grease Trailer Idler Hub Assembly # AKIHUB-440-2-EZ-1K will replace your current BT-100 idler hub. This hub fits your 1" straight Spindle # TRU59FR with the 4.80-8 Wheel and Tire # AM30040 and will use the Bearing Kit # BK1-100.
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• Replacement Hub Options For a Peterson Brothers Gator 417 Boat Trailer With 5 On 4-1/2" Bolt Pattern
  Based on your spindle measurements you will want to update your axle as there are no replacement hubs which will fit your current spindle. We have a couple different size axle which includes idler hubs with the 5 on 4-1/2" bolt pattern. 60" etrailer Trailer Axle with Idler Hubs # e84YR 72" Dexter Trailer Axle with Idler Hubs # 20545I-ST-72-15 You can also have 2 new Spindles # TRU59FR welded onto your axle and then be able to use the Easy Grease Trailer Idler Hub Assembly # AKIHUB-545-2-EZ-1K...
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• Trailer Hub That Fits BT8 Spindle for 2,000 lb Trailer Axles TRU59FR
  There are a number of different trailer hubs that fit the BT8 Spindle for 2,000-lb Trailer Axles # TRU59FR, though none with a 5 on 5-1/2" bolt pattern. The reason is that this spindle requires hubs with inner and outer bearings L44643, which are 1.000" diameter, and those all have a 5 on 4-1/2" bolt pattern; here are the hubs that fit: - Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 2K Axles # AKHD-545-2-1K - Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 2K Axles - 8" to 12" Wheels # AKIHUB-545-2-1K - Trailer...
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• Dimensions Of Dexter Hub Assembly For 8 to 12 Inch Wheels
  The Dexter Hub Assembly, part # 34822545BX is designed to be used with 2,000 lb axles and for 8 inch to 12 inch wheels. This assembly includes bearings, races, seal, grease cap, wheel bolts and lug nuts. I have attached a photo of the hub and have the hub length noted on the photo. The length of the hub is 4-1/4 inches and the inner diameter of the inner and outer bearings, part # L44643, that are included with the hub measure 1 inch. A spindle that is designed to work with the 34822545BX...
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• Axle Recommendation for a Converted Off-Road Trailer
  If you are planning on purchasing a new trailer axle it will have a spindle already attached to it. Installing spindles is a very precise job that should only be done by a qualified fabricator with trailer fab experience. Since your planning on using the trailer for off-road purposes a better option might be the Timbren Axle-Less systems like the # ASR2KHDS03. This will give the trailer a 4 inch lift, is setup for wide off-road tires, will give better ground clearance than a standard axle,...
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