Replacing Dexter Hubs To Transition to a GMC Truck Wheel Bolt Pattern
Question:
The inner bearing number is L68149, inner race is L68111. The outer bearing number is L44649, outer race is 444610. I could not find a number on the seal. I have measured the bolt pattern on the wheels to be used and they are a 5 on 4-3/4. Just got done painting and customizing this trailer for the owner, he had measured the wheels and bought them used, we done a full conversion so that it matches his new truck, ready to get this thing out of the shop. The spindles on this trailer are the redline ez lubes, I can get the mesurement on them if needed. Thank you for your service
asked by: Matt C
Expert Reply:
To determine the correct hub to replace the existing hub on your horse trailer I will need the inner and outer bearing numbers and the seal part numbers to select the proper parts for your spindle. The 8-256 number that you see on your hub is a casting number and even if I could match it to a Dexter hub assembly it would most likely not match up with the correct bearings. Remove a hub and you should find the part numbers on the back side of the bearings and the seal.
You will need to measure the bolt pattern on the GMC wheels that you plan to use. If the on center measurement between two adjacent bolt holes is 2-3/4 inches then the 5 on 4-3/4 inch bolt pattern will be correct. You can double check the wheel pattern by measuring from the center of any bolt hole to the point halfway between the two bolt holes directly across from it on the circle. For 5 on 4-3/4 you should get 4-3/4 inches.
You will need to make sure that the hub you use has the correct size wheel studs for the GMC truck wheels you are planning on using. We carry hubs with 1/2 inch, 9/16 inch and 5/8 inch wheel studs.
Products Referenced in This Question
Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 3,500-lb E-Z Lube Axles - 5 on 4-3/4
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub
- EZ Lube
- L68149
- L44649
- For 3500 lbs Axles
- 5 on 4-3/4 Inch
- 13 Inch Wheel
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
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Grease Cap, 1.99" OD EZ Lube Drive in with Plug - Qty 2
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Caps
- E-Z Lube Grease Cap
- 1.99 Inch O.D.
- TruRyde
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Grease Seal - Double Lip - ID 1.719" / OD 2.565" - for 3,500-lb Axles - Qty 2
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Seals
- Grease Seals - Double Lip
- 1.719 Inch I.D.
- 2.565 Inch O.D.
- etrailer
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Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 3,500-lb Axles - 5 on 4-3/4 - Pre-Greased
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub
- Standard
- L68149
- L44649
- For 3500 lbs Axles
- 1/2 Inch Stud
- 5 on 4-3/4 Inch
- 13 Inch Wheel
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
more information >
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Matt C.
4/30/2010
The inner bearing number is L68149, inner race is L68111. The outer bearing number is L44649, outer race is 444610. I could not find a number on the seal. I have measured the bolt pattern on the wheels to be used and they are a 5 on 4-3/4. Just got done painting and customizing this trailer for the owner, he had measured the wheels and bought them used, we done a full conversion so that it matches his new truck, ready to get this thing out of the shop. The spindles on this trailer are the redline ez lubes, I can get the mesurement on them if needed. Thank you for your service