Can a 5-Lug Trailer Hub Replace a 4-Lug if the Bearings and Seals are the Same
Question:
my trailer has the L44643 bearing. I would normally order the AKIHUB-440-2-G-1K hub. if I order the AKIHUB-545-2-G-1K hub, will it fit? I wanted to change to 5 lug on the trailer I am refurbishing.
asked by: Randy
Expert Reply:
Yes, you can go with hub # AKIHUB-545-2-G-1K since it uses the same bearings and seal size as your regular hub # AKIHUB-440-2-G-1K.
Keep in mind that you will also have to switch to wheels with the 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern. I would assume you are wanting to go with 12 inch tires which is the largest either of these hubs can take. I have included a link to all of the wheel and tire and wheel combos we have in the 12 inch size with 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern.
Products Referenced in This Question
Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 2,000-lb Axles - 5 on 4-1/2 - Galvanized
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub
- Standard
- L44643
- L44643
- For 2000 lbs Axles
- 1/2 Inch Stud
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 10 Inch Wheel
- 12 Inch Wheel
- etrailer
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Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 2,000-lb Axles - 4 on 4 - Galvanized
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub
- Standard
- L44643
- L44643
- For 2000 lbs Axles
- 1/2 Inch Stud
- 4 on 4 Inch
- 8 Inch Wheel
- 10 Inch Wheel
- 12 Inch Wheel
- 13 Inch Wheel
- 14 Inch Wheel
- etrailer
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