How To Upgrade Old Dexter Axle From 5 on 5 Inch to 6 on 5-1/2 Inch Bolt Pattern
Question:
How can i tell wich hub i need to convert my dexter axle I have a 7-14.5 tires on it
asked by: Arturo G
Expert Reply:
It looks like you have the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly part # 8-174-5UC3 which is for old 6,000 lb to 7,000 lb axles that have the 5 on 5" bolt pattern. If that is the case then you can use the Trailer Idler Hub Assembly part # AKIHUB-655-6-K and the 10-10 Grease or Oil Double-Lip Seals part # RG06-090 to switch to a more common 6 on 5-1/2" bolt pattern.
In order to confirm the above, you simply need to find the axle tag and look for the weight capacity and or serial number or if the axle tag is not present you can pull the old hubs off and measure the spindle or bearings to compare to the above.
I have attached a selection of our wheels and tires for you as well below with the above bolt pattern.
Products Referenced in This Question
Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 6,000-lb Axles - 6 on 5-1/2 - Pre-Greased
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub
- Pre-Greased
- Standard
- 25580
- 15123
- For 6000 lbs Axles
- 1/2 Inch Stud
- 6 on 5-1/2 Inch
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- 16 Inch Wheel
- 16-1/2 Inch Wheel
- etrailer
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10-10 Grease or Oil Double-Lip Seals - Qty 2
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Seals
- Grease Seals - Double Lip
- 2.125 Inch I.D.
- 3.376 Inch O.D.
- TruRyde
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 6,000-lb and 7,000-lb Axles - 12" - 5 Spoke Utility
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub with Integrated Drum
- Standard
- 25580
- 15123
- For 6000 lbs Axles
- For 7000 lbs Axles
- 9/16 Inch Stud
- 5 Spoke Utility
- Dexter
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