Can Hubs be Replaced with Hub and Drum Assemblies on a Mobile Home Axle
Question:
I have the house trailer axles under my trailer and I see that you have a hub that will fit to convert it. so here is my question is there a brake drum and brakes that I could use with the conversion thanks.
asked by: Paul
Expert Reply:
Mobile home axles are meant for one-time use only according to the manufacturer. I advise against continuing to use them. Also, there isn't a hub and drum assembly that would fit (unless the inner and outer bearings on the axle are standard. I would have to know the bearing numbers to check).
It might actually be more cost effective to replace the axles with some that come with hubs and drums and electric brakes. That way you get all new parts that are all standard and compatible with each other.
We have 2 straight axles that have hubs/drums, and electric brakes. First is # e43SR. This is a 3500 pound axle that measures 89" from hub face to hub face and 74" from spring center to spring center. the hubs have a 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern.
The other option is # 35545E-ST-89. It is basically the same except it does not have EZ lube spindles and the other axle does.
Products Referenced in This Question
Dexter Trailer Axle w/ Electric Brakes - 5 on 4-1/2 Bolt Pattern - 89" Long - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- Standard Spindles
- Electric Brakes
- 3500 lbs
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 74 Inch Long
- 89 Inch Long
- No Drop or Lift
- Dexter
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Trailer Axle w/ Electric Brakes - Easy Grease - 5 on 4-1/2 Bolt Pattern - 89" Long - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- Easy Lube Spindles
- Electric Brakes
- 3500 lbs
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 74 Inch Long
- 89 Inch Long
- No Drop or Lift
- etrailer
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 5,200-lb Axles - 6 on 5-1/2
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub
- Standard
- 25580
- LM67048
- For 5200 lbs Axles
- 1/2 Inch Stud
- 6 on 5-1/2 Inch
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- 16 Inch Wheel
- 16-1/2 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
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