Spindle With Same Dimensions as TRU37FR That Does not Have EZ Lube or Flange

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Do you have a non ez lube spindle and without the brake flange the same as TRU37FR?

asked by: Charles A

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There is the same spindle as # TRU37FR but is not EZ Lube and does not have a brake flange. What you are seeking is spindle # TRU57FR which is otherwise the same; I've added a link to a video review of this spindle for you to take a look at.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

If you take a look at the provided photo, you can see the pertinent dimensions of the #TRU37FR spindle.

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Answer 2

Trailer spindles are welded directly to the axle so to remove one it just needs to be cut off completely using a torch or saw. Then to replace the spindle such as with the EZ Lube #TRU37FR that you were looking at it's extremely important that it…

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Answer 3

We do have options like the #42 E-Z Lube Spindle part #TRU37FR which has the correct 25580 and LM67048 bearing combo that you need. In order to confirm fit you will however still need to confirm the axle tube type (round/square) and diameter (if…

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Answer 4

There are usually only a few small difference between a 5,200 lb and a 7,000 lb trailer axle but not every two are the same even with the same capacity as different manufacturers make them to different specs. The actual axle thickness can play a role…

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Trailer spindles should only be installed by a qualified fabricator with trailer axle experience who has the necessary equipment to square up a trailer spindle. It's not a project for someone who's pretty good at welding since if the spindle…

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Answer 6

The axle tube dimensions should be the same from anything between 5,200 - 7,000 lbs. I know for sure the outer diameter will be 3" as this is a standard but it would not hurt to measure the inner diameter when fittings the #42 E-Z Lube Spindle…

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Answer 7

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 8

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 9

To determine the size of the brake assemblies you need you have to measure the depth and width of the hub drum on the axle like what you see in the picture I attached. The most common size is 2-1/4 inch wide like the #T4071600-500 that you…

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Answer 10

A BT8 spindle would have a diameter of .99 of an inch where the bearings would both install and would have a diameter of 1.24 where the great seal would ride. That would require a hub part #AKIHUB-440-2-1K for an idler hub. A BTR spindle would have…

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Answer 11

Hey Dan, The info you provided does tell us a bit about the axle but isn't enough to look up what components go with with it. With it being a 3,500lb axle it's probably a generic 3,500lb kit for the bearings and seals but I'd hate to not…

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Answer 12

The BTR and BT8 denotations refer to the spindle, not the trailer hub. The difference between a BTR and BT8 spindle is that the BTR spindle uses a 1.063" diameter L44649 bearing and the BT8 spindle uses a 0.99" diameter L44643 bearing. In…

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Spindle With Same Dimensions as TRU37FR That Does not Have EZ Lube or Flange

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