Recommended Trailer Hub To Convert Trailer From 5 Spoke Wheels To 8 x 6.5 Pattern
Question:
Hi there. I'm trying to convert my trailer from 5 spoke utility wheels to 8x6.5. The trailer needs the brakes serviced anyways so I'm looking to do it all at once. The hub currently on the trailer is stamped Dexter 8-174. the trailer manufacturer told me it has 6000 lb axles. looking at the brake backing plate, the brake backing plate is the 5 bolt style. Can you decipher what drum/hub and brakes the axle has from that info? If I need to pull a hub to measure that's fine just let me know. Trailer is a 1996 Interstate 18ST - 18,000GVW.
asked by: Joe
Expert Reply:
Based on the information you provided, I recommend the Etrailer Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly Item # AKHD-865-8-K. This hub-and-drum assembly fits 8,000-lb axles (will work on your axles but limited to capacity). It includes an inner bearing (Item # 25580) and race and an outer bearing (Item # 02475) and race, grease seal, grease cap, wheel bolts, and lug nuts. It fits an 8 on 6-1/2 inch bolt pattern.
Make sure to confirm that these parts will work with your bearings and trailer.
For brakes, I recommend Electric Trailer Brake Kit with Left and Right Hand Assemblies Item # AKEBRK-7-SA. These are 12 inch self-adjusting brakes. They will work with your axles.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Replacement Trailer Hub Bearing - 02475
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Bearings
- Standard Bearings
- 1.250 Inch I.D.
- Bearing 02475
- Race 02420
- 8000 lbs Axle
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Replacement Trailer Hub Bearing - 25580
- Trailer Bearings Races Seals Caps
- Bearings
- Standard Bearings
- 1.750 Inch I.D.
- Bearing 25580
- Race 25520
- 10000 lbs Axle
- 6000 lbs Axle
- 7000 lbs Axle
- 8000 lbs Axle
- 9000 lbs Axle
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etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - Self-Adjusting - 12" - Left/Right Hand - 5.2K to 7K
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- Standard Grade
- Self Adjust
- 12 x 2 Inch Drum
- 5200 lbs Axle
- 6000 lbs Axle
- 7000 lbs Axle
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- 16 Inch Wheel
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Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 8,000-lb Axles - 12-1/4" Diameter - 8 on 6-1/2
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub with Integrated Drum
- Standard
- 25580
- 02475
- For 8000 lbs Axles
- 9/16 Inch Stud
- 8 on 6-1/2 Inch
- 16 Inch Wheel
- 16-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 17 Inch Wheel
- 17-1/2 Inch Wheel
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