Do Hub Races Have to Be Changed if Different Brand of Bearings Are Installed

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I have L44649 and L68149, do I have to buy matching races if I buy new bearings from a different manufacturer? I have koko bearings and races, if I buy Temken bearings to I need to swap the races too?

asked by: Scott

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No, so long as you replace your worn bearings with appropriate equivalent ones from another brand the races do not automatically have to be changed too, but there is certainly a chance that if the bearing are shot the races may have wear too. This should not be difficult to see though. You can inspect the races and your spindles for signs of scoring or discoloration from excess hear. If they all look good then replacing your bearings alone is okay.

expert reply by: Adam R

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Answer 1

I do have an option for you but there are not any Dexter E-Z Flex Suspension Kits designed specifically for an axle spacing of 36". This 36" axle spacing is common for tandem axle slipper spring systems but not double eye tandem axle leaf…

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Answer 2

Thank you for providing the specs for the suspension components that you already have. Correct hanger spacing really depends on the components being used such as springs, hangers and equalizers. Most of the hanger spacing dimensions that we have are…

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Answer 3

When it comes to checking the armature surface on your hub and drum assembly like the Dexter #84556UC3 there is no specific measurement related to the back of the lugs that indicates wear. What you are looking for is grooves or discoloration and…

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Answer 4

What you are experiencing is common on tandem axle trailers when little or no weight is on them. The weight compresses the suspension and would not allow this to happen, or at least not as easily. If you were to use the E-Z Flex Equalizers…

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Answer 5

If the surface on the inside of the drum where the shoe pads make contact isn't smooth then a brake shop may be able to turn the drums. If that surface or the surface where the magnet makes contact (called the armature surface) is discolored then…

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Answer 6

Your drawing picture with the dimensions of your equalizer did not make it through but since I can identify the equalizer you have as the part #TREQE1 from the picture that did make it through the best cushioned equalizer we offer that will be a…

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Answer 7

As the Dexter #K71-657-00 is rated for 35 inches of axle spacing, I do not suggest using it. However, we do have a MORryde system that will work with your spacing. The MORryde Shock Absorbing Suspension Equalizers for Triple Axle Trailers w/ 33"…

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Answer 8

Hubs and drums that can be turned (machined) will have a specification on how much they can be turned cast into the metal of the drum somewhere. Otherwise it is at the brake shop's discretion. Drums do not have to be turned unless there is some…

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Answer 9

If the equalizer dimensions are pretty close to the dimensions of the E-Z Flex Equalizers #K71-655-00 that you referenced and less than 8,000 lbs axle capacity then the equalizer will fit and work well. It would be a direct replacement.

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Answer 10

I couldn't find any info on the Dexter equalizer part number you mentioned but if the dimensions of the part #K71-653-00 that you referenced match what you have on your trailer this would work well. I attached a picture that has the dimensions of…

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Answer 11

The Dexter E-Z Flex Suspension Kit - Double-Eye Springs #K71-653-00 will work on your 2021 Shockwave toy hauler that has a 33-3/4 inch spacing depending on what size their current equalizers are The kit has a bronze finish that resists corrosion. It…

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Answer 12

I spoke with my contact at Dexter, and based on the measurements you gave me you would want the E-Z Flex Heavy Duty Rubber Suspension System by Dexter Axle, part #K71-653-00, that you referenced for your 2002 Keystone Sprinter.

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