Spindle Nut to Use with Spindle TRU27FR

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What castle nut part number would be used on this spindle?

asked by: Jeff

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Expert Reply:

The correct spindle nut to use with the spindle part # TRU27FR is the part # 165686.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The Lippert Lubed Straight Spindle with Brake Flange #TRU27FR has a stub diameter of 1-5/16" and is designed to fit a 2,500-lb axle. If your tow dolly has those specifications, this spindle will work on your axle. If you're not sure, check…

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Answer 2

The spindle part #TRU27FR would require a hub designed to fit BTR spindles like the part #AKIHUB-545-2-2K. Then you could use up to a 12 inch diameter wheel and tire combo with a 5 on 4-1/2 inch bolt pattern like the Kenda 5.30-12 Bias Trailer Tire…

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Answer 3

Looks like you found the chart that Jeff D made that shows common axle capacities based on diameter: Typical Axle Diameters Based on Axle Capacity - 1,000-lb - 2,000-lb Axles: 1-1/2 inch - 1-3/4 inch diameter - 3,500-lb Axles: 2-3/8 inch diameter -…

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Answer 4

Yes, the 2 Trailer Idler Hub Assemblies #TA88545-2 will fit on 2 of the BTR E-Z Lube Spindles #TRU27FR. The hubs include the correct Bearings #L44649, Races #L44610, Seals #RG06-020 and Grease Caps #RG04-040 for the spindle.

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Answer 5

The hub that comes with the Timbren part #A20RS545 that you referenced is the part #TA88545-2 which does not have the same rim diameter restriction as other hubs do.

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Answer 6

Leaf springs typically have the part #stamped on the strap that holds the leafs together at one end of the shorter leafs, or it is painted on the concave side of the springs. The part number can then be used to determine the capacity of the springs.…

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Answer 7

According to our installers you will tighten the trailer spindle nut until it stops by itself. In other words do not torque it down as hard as you can. It just has to be tight. A little play is to be expected. You do not want to torque it down too…

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Answer 8

The TruRyde Spindle Nut #165686 has an outer measurement of 1.45 inches. You will use a 1-1/2 inch socket on this castle nut or we usually use a channel lock for these installations. I've attached a video of an installation of a hub to assist.…

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Answer 9

The nut on the spindle should be tightened until snug, with no side-to-side play in the hub and then backed off slightly, about maybe a 1/8 of a turn. If the spindle uses a castle nut and cotter pin or tang nut, tighten the nut finger tight until it…

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Answer 10

After you've packed the bearings and assembled everything, carefully slide the hub assembly onto the spindle and install the outer bearing. Install the spindle and tang washer and run the spindle nut down finger tight, then rotate the hub back…

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Answer 11

When our installers replace a trailer hub, there isn't a set torque spec used when tightening the spindle nut. The hub is placed on the spindle, making sure the inner and outer bearings are correctly seated. The spindle nut is then run down until…

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Answer 12

There is no specific torque rating for the castle nut that holds your hub in place. We recommend tightening the castle nut down until it stops, and then backing it off to the next notch wheel the tang washer will fit into the castle nut. Over…

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