Replacement Bearings for 2000-lbs Dexter Trailer Axle
Question:
I purchased a 2018 SPACE trailer Long Neck that i need to get new bearings for. The company told me they use Dexter 2000lb axles but i am still not sure which bearings i need to get as there are a couple different 2000lb axles! I tried looking for the serial number on the axle but its rusty and i can not find it. Please help me out. Thanks
asked by: Jeremy K
Helpful Expert Reply:
I can absolutely help you locate the parts you're looking for, but you will need to pull the hubs off if you can't locate any identifying information like a serial number on the axle.
For axles in the 1,000 - 2,000 pound capacity, there are two common bearing combinations. Depending on the spindle that was used, your hubs and axle could require two # L44643 bearings or two # L44649 bearings. There is only about 1/16 of an inch difference in the spindle diameter that these two bearings fit, so it is important to make sure you choose the correct replacement bearings. As I mentioned, you'll want to either confirm which bearings you've got by pulling the hubs off and checking for a stamped number or you can measure the spindle using a digital calipers like the # PTW80157.
This would be the best way to determine which bearings you've got on your 2018 Space trailer. I've also linked a helpful article on trailer bearings, as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
Replacement Trailer Hub Bearing - L44643
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Bearings
- Standard Bearings
- 1.000 Inch I.D.
- Bearing L44643
- Race L44610
- 2000 lbs Axle
- etrailer
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Replacement Trailer Hub Bearing - L44649
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Bearings
- Standard Bearings
- 1.063 Inch I.D.
- Bearing L44649
- Race L44610
- 3500 lbs Axle
- etrailer
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4" Carbon Fiber Digital Caliper
- Hand Tools
- Measuring and Layout Tools
- Digital Calipers
- Carbon Fiber
- Performance Tool
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Seals
- Grease Seals - Double Lip
- 2.250 Inch I.D.
- 3.376 Inch O.D.
- TruRyde
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