EZ-Lube Spindle for L44649 Bearing and 10-60 Grease Seal
Question:
Ive got a sailboat trailer equipped with hydraulic actuator for a 2000 lbs axle, 1-1/16inch spindles and this dexter brake drum. It is specified that part # 8-271-7UC3-EZ is compatible with ez-lube. I would love to find a compatible ez-lub spindle this is a sailboat trailer, so it is frequently submerged but in your listing, the closest model is BTR E-Z Lube Spindle for 2,000-lb Trailer Axles - 1-1/4" Diameter. The bearing kit L44649 is common to dexter brake drum and this spindle, but 1.25inch spindle is not the same as a 1-1/16 spindle ? If we have a match for my hydraulic brake drums and an ez-lube spindle, could you specify which ez-lube bearing and seal kit should be purchased. I doubt very much this is the one compatible with ez lube spindle. Bearing Kit for 1.25inch BTR Spindle, L44649 Inner/Outer Bearings, 10-60 Seal I would expect TruRyde Seals for Trailer Bearings - RG06-010 double lip grease seals to be much better with ez-lube, but I dont see any ez-lube hub cap either.
asked by: Martin J
Expert Reply:
On the spindle # TRU44FR, the 1.25 inch refers to the diameter of the stub, not to any of the bearing surfaces, which might be what is confusing you.
If you currently have the # 8-271-7UC3-EZ hubs that use the L44649 inner and outer bearing, the # TRU44FR would be the compatible EZ Lube spindle. Part # BK1-150 would be the correct bearing/ seal kit that uses the double-lip seal which we recommend for the EZ-Lube spindles. For your hub bore, you would use the grease cap # DC200L-DCRP.
Instead of going to all the trouble and expense of removing your existing spindles and having a certified welder install the EZ-lube spindles, I would recommend using a set of bearing buddies, like part # BB1980A-SS. The bearing buddies will apply slight pressure that will force grease into and exclude water from your hub, serving the same function as an Ez Lube spindle. A 10-60 double-lip seal, # RG06-020 should be used with bearing buddies. Douple-lip seals use a retaining spring that does a better job of retaining grease and excluding water.
If your current spindles are damaged, and they need replacing, you might be better off simply ordering a new axle equipped with the correct spindles. Welding spindles onto an axle is a tricky process, they need to be absolutely square and concentric to the axle. It is not recommended for the amateur. We offer a small selection of axles, one of which might be suitable. If you click the provided link, you can see the axles we offer. In order to match up a replacement axle, you'll need to know the hub face to hub face distance as well as the center to center spring center dimension. I'll provide a photo showing those dimensions.
Products Referenced in This Question
Bearing Buddy Bearing Protectors - Model 1980A-SS w/ Auto Check - Stainless Steel (Pair)
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Caps
- Bearing Protector Grease Cap
- 1.98 Inch
- Bearing Buddy
more information >
Bearing Kit, L44649 Inner/Outer Bearings, 10-9 Seal
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Bearings
- Standard Bearings
- Bearing Kits
- Bearing L44649
- Race L44610
- 2200 lbs Axle
- etrailer
more information >
2" Lubed Dust Cap & Rubber Plug - 1.99" x 1.40" x 1.18" - Qty 1
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Caps
- EZ Lube Grease Cap
- 1.98 Inch O.D.
- TruRyde
more information >
BTR E-Z Lube Spindle for 2,000-lb Trailer Axles - 1-1/4" Diameter
- Trailer Spindles
- EZ Lube Spindle
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter
- Round
- For 2000 lb Axle
- TruRyde
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly for Hydraulic Brakes - 2,000-lb E-Z Lube Axles - 5 on 4-1/2
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub with Integrated Drum
- EZ Lube
- L44649
- L44649
- For 2000 lbs Axles
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 10 Inch Wheel
- 12 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Spindle Grease Seal Set for LM48548 or L68149 Inner Bearing and 1.980, 1.968 or 2.562 Bearing Buddy
- Shop: Hub Bearing Kit for Lippert, Dexter, and AL-KO Axles - 3,500 lb with #84 Spindle
- Shop: Bearing Kit, 15123/25580 Bearings, GS-2125DL Seal
- Shop: Spindle Grease Seal Set for L68149 Inner Bearing and 1.810 Bearing Buddy
- Shop: Spindle Grease Seal Set for LM67048 Inner Bearing and 2.328 Bearing Buddy
- Search Results: spindle nut
- Shop: Spindle Nut for Axles with 7/8" - 14 Castle Nut
- Shop: Hollywood Racks RV Rider Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Search Results: 25580
- Q&A: Lug Nut Torque Chart for Trailer Wheels
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Video: Choosing the Right Trailer Wiring
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Search Results: trailer jack
- Article: How to Measure Your Trailer Wheel Bolt Pattern
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Q&A: What is the Best Grease for Trailer Bearings
- Search Results: spare tire mount
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Article: Trailer Tire Sizing
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Search Results: trailer brake controller
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Video: Complete Breakdown of the Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension w/ Idler Hubs
- Q&A: How to Determine Replacement Trailer Wheel Bearing Sizes
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between Load Range C and D ST175/80D13 Trailer Tires
- Shop: Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop