Will CE Smith Trailer Hub Assembly for 3.5K Axles - 5 on 4-1/2 - CE13511 Work with 14 Inch Wheels

Question:

Hello, I was wondering how can I tell for sure that these will work? I just bought the boat and the trailer has all the bearings on both sides completely gone. Terribly hot but spindle looks to be ok. The only things left were the inner and outer races. Ive matched the inner and outer bearings up, think anyway, but I cant figure the 15inch part. The trailer has 14inch tires. Do you offer this in 14inch if needed?

asked by: Jason

Expert Reply:

CE Smith Trailer Hub Assembly w/ Carrying Case for 3,500-lb Axles - 5 on 4-1/2 - Pre-Greased Item # CE13511 will work with 14 inch wheels. The maximum wheel size it is compatible with is a 15 inch but you aren't limited to using just 15 inch wheels with this hub. So 14 inch wheels will work well too!

Regarding the spindles if there is any discoloration of the metal or cuts, scrapes, or any other damage to them then they should not be used or, at the very least, if you are not sure have them looked at by a shop that works on trailers such as an RV dealer with a service center.

expert reply by: Michael H