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Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly - 5,200-lb, 6,000-lb and 7,000-lb Axles - 12" - 8 on 6-1/2

Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly - 5,200-lb, 6,000-lb and 7,000-lb Axles - 12" - 8 on 6-1/2

Item # 42865-KIT
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Hub is designed for use on trailer idler axles. Fits 5,200-lb to 7,000-lb axles with spindles that require a 2-1/8" ID grease seal. Inner bearing (25580) and race, outer bearing (14125A) and race, seal, cap, wheel bolts, and lug nuts included. Great Prices for the best trailer hubs and drums from Dexter. Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly - 5,200-lb, 6,000-lb and 7,000-lb Axles - 12" - 8 on 6-1/2 part number 42865-KIT can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Dexter Trailer Hubs and Drums - 42865-KIT

  • 8 on 6-1/2 Inch
  • For 5200 lbs Axles
  • For 6000 lbs Axles
  • For 7000 lbs Axles
  • Hub
  • 16 Inch Wheel
  • 16-1/2 Inch Wheel
  • 17 Inch Wheel
  • 17-1/2 Inch Wheel
  • Standard
  • 1/2 Inch Stud
  • 14125A
  • 25580
  • Dexter

Hub is designed for use on trailer idler axles. Fits 5,200-lb to 7,000-lb axles with spindles that require a 2-1/8" ID grease seal. Inner bearing (25580) and race, outer bearing (14125A) and race, seal, cap, wheel bolts, and lug nuts included.


Features:

  • Trailer hub assembly fits idler axles
    • Bearings, races, seal, grease cap, wheel bolts, and lug nuts are included
  • Sturdy iron construction
  • Zinc-enriched paint finish
  • Hub and drum are made in the USA


Specs:

  • Application: 5,200-lb to 7,000-lb trailer axles with spindles that require a 2-1/8" ID grease seal
    • Also fits spindles that take a 2-1/4" inner diameter grease seal - requires RG06-070 (sold separately)
  • Wheel size: 16" to 17-1/2"
  • Bolt pattern: 8 on 6-1/2"
  • Grease cap flange diameter: 2.72"
  • Wheel stud diameter: 1/2"
  • Weight capacity: 3,500 lbs


Bearing, Race, and Seal Information

  • Bearings (included)
    • Inner bearing: 25580 (1.75" inner diameter)
    • Outer bearing: 14125A (1.25" inner diameter)
  • Races (included)
    • Inner race: 25520
    • Outer race: 14276
  • Grease seal (included): GS-2125DL
    • Inner diameter: 2.125"
    • Outer diameter: 3.376"

Determining the Bolt Pattern

The first number in the bolt pattern is the number of bolt holes. The second number denotes the diameter, in inches, of the circle on which the bolt holes sit.

Bolt Pattern - Even

On wheels with an even number of bolt holes, measure from the center of one bolt hole to the center of the hole directly across from it. (Example: 8 on 6-1/2 means 8 bolt holes with 6-1/2" from the center of one hole to the center of another on the opposite side.)

Bolt Pattern - Odd

To determine the bolt-circle diameter on wheels with an odd number of bolt holes, measure from the center of any bolt hole to the point halfway between the two bolt holes directly across from the first. (Example: 5 on 4-1/2 means 5 bolt holes with 4-1/2" measured to a point halfway between the opposite bolt holes.)

Bolt Pattern - Side

Measuring the distance (D) from the center of one bolt hole on the wheel to the center of a bolt hole right next to it can also help to determine the bolt pattern.

  • If D = 2-5/8", then the bolt pattern is 5 on 4-1/2"
  • If D = 2-3/4", then the bolt pattern is 5 on 4-3/4"
  • If D = 3", then the bolt pattern is 5 on 5"
  • If D = 3-1/4", then the bolt pattern is 5 on 5-1/2"


K08-231-92 Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 5.2K to 7K Axle with Hardware - 8 on 6-1/2

Replaces 42865UC1 and 42865-KIT






Customer Reviews

Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly - 5,200-lb, 6,000-lb and 7,000-lb Axles - 12" - 8 on 6-1/2 - 42865-KIT

Average Customer Rating:  4.1 out of 5 stars   (16 Customer Reviews)

Hub is designed for use on trailer idler axles. Fits 5,200-lb to 7,000-lb axles with spindles that require a 2-1/8" ID grease seal. Inner bearing (25580) and race, outer bearing (14125A) and race, seal, cap, wheel bolts, and lug nuts included.

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Shipped fast, I used these hubs to upgrade from a 5 lug agricultural lug pattern, sent etrailer my bearing and seal sizes and they where able to tell me what hubs would work for me.



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All the material is top notch, my only issue is the packing, The last order had a hub and extra bearings and 3 seals. The seals were on the bottom under the hub, and one edge of one seal was bent a bit. I fixed it and it worked fine, but any further damage I would have to order a seal or go buy one local delaying putting that hub on. Your cost is better than what I can get in Orange, the little extra time to wait is worth it. The goose neck receiver I bought and the brake break away kit can with the battery on top of the heavy pipe, thus if someone had turned the box upside down the brake away kit would have been damaged. A piece of foam insulation between would have been cheap insurance.

Ronald B.

4/3/2021

as it should



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It took forever to get the parts I had ordered. And after speaking with someone to ensure the parts would match, I still received spindles and hubs that would not fit. I tried to call and email and got no response.



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The hubs themself seem heavy and very nice but the shipping was very bad. The boxes were destroyed luckily the smaller parts were in a bag or they would’ve been lost. One box had a big hole missing the other boxes were damages. Hubs were loose in box and nothing to keep hub from moving around in boxes. Desiccant bag was ripped open and everywhere.

Etrailer Expert

Sierra K.

8/24/2021

I apologize about the state of the boxes. I am glad that nothing was lost or damaged.



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You can ALWAYS count on the wonderful people and quality of products, in regards to Etrailer.

Have ordered many times from them and always totally satisfied.

In this case, I ordered trailer rail support pieces for my heavy, custom 3 pontoon fishing boat.

Can't wait to get everything mounted and load the boat for the first time with all the new upright rollers and rail supports... all from Etrailer!

Thanks, Etrailer!



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Hub kit worked great and had no problems on installation
Great buy to convert my hubs



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all items appear to be of good quality
service
was good, contact person was very helpful and followed up with my concerns
thank you all.



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PARTS WORKED GREAT



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Awesome.
Thanks,
Gary C



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  • Will TruRyde Spindle TRU57FR Fit Dexter Trailer Hub Assembly 42865-KIT
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  • Lug Nut Recommendation for a 1/2 inch Studs on Kodiak Disc Brake Kit
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