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Today, we're going to take a quick look at Dexter Axles, Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly, part number 8-385-81SP. This hub and drum assembly is designed to be used on Dexter 50-mm Nev-R lube axles. That has a capacity of 3500 pounds so when paired up with another one, you'll have an axle capacity of 7000 pounds. It has an 8 on 6-1/2 bolt pattern. If we were to measure from one stud in the center directly across to the center of the other stud, we get about 6-1/2 inches for our 8 and 6-1/2 inches bolt pattern. The bearings, races and seal are all included and pre-fitted into the center of the hub.
You'll just need to source the cap to complete it. Now, I'll flip it over and take a look inside. We'll measure our diameter across the inside and we get 12 inches. We'll measure our depth and we get about 2-1/4 inches, which means we can use this hub and drum assembly with 12-inch by 2-inch brake assemblies. And that's it for our quick look at Dexter Axles, Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly, part number 8-385-81SP..
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (23 Customer Reviews)
Nev-R-Lube bearings are very nerve racking. I'm so used to repacking and checking bearings annually these types of bearings worry me when traveling. So, after 10 years and 50,000 miles I decided to replace them. Etrailer had the best price on the hub and drum assembly, which was a no brainer. I have now had the new bearing on for a full year and 9,000 miles with no problems. RV bearings run cooler, braking is excellent. Installation was a breeze. Nev-R-Lube bearings are not one of my major concerns any longer.
We were going camping with friends at Carlyle lake. Two of these friends were Steve and Nancy. Nancy works at etrailer. On the way my breakaway brake was accidentally pulled by a piece of equipment in the back of the truck. I checked the main plug but not the breakaway. Needless to say by the time Igor there 50 miles my brakes and drums were toast. Steve got om the phone to Nancy and ordered me a new set. Nancy who was working picked them up and brought them to me the next day. Thank to them and Steve C. We had the brakes in a day and had them replaced and we are back rolling safely again. The product was an easy install from watching the video. Thanks again to my friends at etrailer. They are the greatest.
Steve H.
9/24/2020
The product has met and exceeded my expectations—both for quality and workmanship. etrailer you are still the greatest a year later.
My husband installed the hub and bearing and there has been no problem with it in the past year.
Amazing service ! Fast delivery. I will definitely use etrailer again
Thanks for the prompt delivery best yet here in canada and also for stocking this hub and nev r lube bearing , almost non existent here.
First time dealing with etrailer I needed to check with them to be sure i was ordering the correct parts I spoke with Theresa She was very knowable and helpful The prices and service plus fast shipping is GREAT I will be ordering from them again in the future It is very rare for me to recommend anybody but these people deserve it THANK YOU FRANK LOCATED IN FLORIDA
Ordered lots of parts on Monday, received most of them by Thursday. The received parts were well packaged and undamaged. A few of the parts they didn't have in stock so they had those drop-shipped to me which should be delivered in the next couple of days.
No supplier I have ordered any parts from has such a great technical reference web site or personal customer support. Yea, Rebecca - Well Done! Yes, I'm very happy with the pricing.
Thanks for your great support and I look forward to doing business with them again. More info to follow as soon as I can get the parts installed on my trailer.
Poor Packing items damaged
Brooke M.
12/6/2022
I am sorry to hear that. That is never fun. I will have our customer service team reach out to you about this.
This product fits perfectly. Shipping was fast.
Very good and fast service, I recommend them.,muy buen servicio y rapidol la que me atendio fue muy amable,se los recomiendo
Ordered my hub and received it faster than quoted. Ordering was a breeze through their customer service. Back on the road quickly. Thanks!!!
Best price on these drums I could find. Thanks!
Excellent brand named product with quick delivery.
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Albert J.
8/17/2023
Another 12,000 miles and the bearings are still running cool with no problems so far. Its convenient to not have to worry about repacking. I continue to monitor bearing temperatures and watch for any abnormalities.