Can I Swap Out The 4 Lug Rims On My Pop Up Camper For 5 Lug Rims?
Question:
I have an old pop up trailer frame that has the four lug bolt pattern for the tire Rim. I would like to go to a five lug and was wondering if I was able to switch out the hubs on the existing axle. To be 5 lug pattern?
asked by: Steven A
Expert Reply:
It very well may be possible for you to swap out the 4 lug hubs on your pop-up for a 5 lug hub. It comes down to what size spindle/bearings are currently on the trailer.
A lot of pop up campers will use a light duty axle rated for 3,500 lbs or less. For example a very common one is a 2,000 lb rated axle, which has a straight spindle and uses either the # L44643 (1" inner diameter) or the # L44649 (1.063" inner diameter) bearings.
If you are able to remove one of the hubs you can measure the spindle with a micrometer to determine the proper bearing size. Another way to determine this is to remove the bearings. Each bearing should have a number stamped on the edge which we can use to determine the correct hub.
If you do have one of the common sizes that I listed above, we can absolutely get you 5 lug hubs that will fit. For example the hub # AKIHUB-545-2-G-2K will fit straight spindles with the # L44649 bearing, or the # AKIHUB-545-2-G-EZ-1K for the # L44643. These hubs use the standard 5 on 4-1/2" bolt pattern.
If this is not exactly what you have, go ahead and get those bearing sizes or measurements feel free to send me your findings and I am happy to make a recommendation.
Products Referenced in This Question
Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 2,000-lb Axles - 5 on 4-1/2 - Galvanized
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub
- Standard
- L44649
- L44649
- For 2000 lbs Axles
- 1/2 Inch Stud
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 10 Inch Wheel
- 12 Inch Wheel
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Easy Grease Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 2K Axles - 5 on 4-1/2 - Galvanized
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub
- Easy Grease
- EZ Lube
- L44643
- L44643
- For 2000 lbs Axles
- 1/2 Inch Stud
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 10 Inch Wheel
- 12 Inch Wheel
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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
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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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Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension w/ Idler Hubs - Standard Duty - No Drop - 5 on 4-1/2 - 2K
- Trailer Axles
- Rubber Spring Suspension
- Easy Lube Spindles
- Idler Hubs
- 2000 lbs
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- Universal Fit
- No Drop or Lift
- Timbren
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