Bearing Buddy Recommendation to Fit Trailer Hub that Has Bore of 2.25 Inches

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my hub measures 2.25 inside diameter what bearing buddy do I need

asked by: Mike

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The Bearing Buddy part # BB2240 that you referenced is going to be the model you would need. This has an outer diameter of 2.24 inches which is most likely what your hub actually has. These are tapered to though so that they will fit your hub either way.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

For a hub that uses a 2.25-inch grease cap the Bearing Buddy to use will be either chrome set #BB2240 or stainless-steel set #BB2240SS. It is best to use a caliper when measuring the hub bore as this gives the most accurate dimensions. It is better…

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Answer 2

Technically speaking, once the bearings are initially packed, you shouldn't need to repack them. I'd still recommend breaking the hub down occasionally to inspect the bearings and races to make sure everything's in good…

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Answer 3

I have a solution for you but we do not have any standard grease caps with a 2.24" diameter like the #RG04-020 . I recommend going with the Bearing Buddy Bearing Protectors #BB2240 which will not only protect your bearings but provide an…

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Answer 4

While the #L68149 most likely corresponds to the inner bearing number of your hubs. If this is the case, you have either a 3.5k or a 4.4k axle. In order to know absolutely sure, you need to know the corresponding outer bearing number or the inner and…

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Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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Answer 6

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 7

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 8

A BT8 spindle would have a diameter of .99 of an inch where the bearings would both install and would have a diameter of 1.24 where the great seal would ride. That would require a hub part #AKIHUB-440-2-1K for an idler hub. A BTR spindle would have…

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Answer 9

To determine the size of the hub assembly you need to purchase you have to determine which bearings are in the old assembly. If the old assembly has L44649 inner bearings, you would use the hub you chose #8-258-5UC1. If the inner bearings are marked…

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Answer 10

To find the load capacity for your axle you should look on the trailer VIN plate or sticker that lists the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that…

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Answer 11

In order to verify the spindle dimensions so that you can pick out the correct hub/drum you have to get exact dimensions. For that you need to use a digital caliper like part #PTW80157. For how old your trailer is this is especially important as the…

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Answer 12

That's a very good question, we tend to be extra cautious and say to use 10 gauge wire because that would be more than enough. When you get into longer trailers that will end up using a lot of wire the heavier gauge wire becomes more necessary.…

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Bearing Buddy Recommendation to Fit Trailer Hub that Has Bore of 2.25 Inches

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