Size of Wrench/Socket Used for Installing the Replacement Axle Bolt Kit for Yakima Rack and Roll

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What socket size is the nut on the axle bolt for mounting the wheel on a Yakima Rack and Roll trailer or will a couple of crescent wrenchs work? Also would I be able to install a new tire myself?

asked by: Walter

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I went out into our warehouse and grabbed a Replacement Axle Bolt Kit for Yakima Rack and Roll Trailers # Y8880180 to measure the dimensions of the head of the bolt and the nut.

You would need to use a 7/8 inch wrench or socket on either end.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer Kickstand, part #Y08115 is designed to fit 2x2 inch tubing. Keep in mind that the trailer that this item is designed for has 200 lb capacity, so it is not designed for heavy duty use.

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Answer 2

For your 2.5 inch wide and 2 inch high trailer tongue, the Round Swivel Marine Jack w/ Wheel - Bolt On - Zinc - Sidewind - 11" Travel - 1,500 lbs #MJ-1500B is my recommendation. It will work very well with the trailer tongue you have and will…

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Answer 3

The Replacement Axle Bolt Kit for Yakima Rack and Roll Trailers #Y8880180 measures 9" long total and measures 7-7/16" from the bottom of the bolt head to top of the threads. It is also 14mm (0.55") in diameter. I have attached a…

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Answer 4

When you mention locking collar, I am led to believe that you might be describing a hammer blow-type coupler, like our part #BD028288. This type of coupler has a collar that would slide up, securing the jaws of the coupler in place over the trailer…

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Answer 6

The thickness of the T-bolt head of the part #Y8880184 you referenced is 5/32 of an inch. I attached a picture that has all of the other dimensions as well. These T-bolts are M10 x 1.5 x 25

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Answer 7

One of the many nice things about the Rack and Roll Trailer is that Yakima did a really good job of designing it so that it doesn't require a lot of maintenance. - Yakima recommends checking the wiring connections, beginning with the trailer…

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Answer 8

Since we have started carrying the Yakima Rack and Roll trailer #Y08107 I have not heard any complaints regarding the wheel bearings failing and only a few instances where people wanted to replace the wheel assembly. If you need to replace your…

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Answer 9

Load range B trailer tires are going to have a lower capacity than C load range tires. Basically that, psi rating, and the ply rating are the only differences. A higher load range tire would last a little longer than lower load ranges of the same…

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Answer 10

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 11

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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Answer 12

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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