What Bearings and Grease Seals Does a 10,000 Lb Trailer Axle Use
Question:
What seals and bearings do I need along with this 10k brake assembly?
asked by: Nikos R
Expert Reply:
If you have a standard 10,000 lb trailer axle then you will need to use a 387A (2.250") inner bearing, 25580 (1.750") outer bearing, and a 10-51 (2.875") grease seal like what is included with the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly part # 8-430-5UC3.
However, not all 10,000 lb trailer axles use the same bearings and seals therefore you will be wise to measure the spindle where the bearings and seals ride with a digital caliper beforehand. The Electric Trailer Brake Kit part # AKEBRK-10 that you referenced is compatible with the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly but you do need to make sure the trailer has a seven bolt brake mounting flange first.
The other option you have to confirm is by reading the axle number on the axle tag and calling the manufacturer.
Products Referenced in This Question
Dexter Trailer Hub Drum Assembly - 9K to 10K - 8 on 6.5 - Oil Bath - Non-ABS Drum - After July 2009
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub with Integrated Drum
- Oil Bath
- 387A
- 25580
- For 9000 lbs Axles
- For 10000 lbs Axles
- 8 on 6-1/2 Inch
- 16 Inch Wheel
- 16-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 17 Inch Wheel
- 17-1/2 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes w/ Dust Shields - Self-Adjusting - 12-1/4" - Left/Right - 10K
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- Standard Grade
- Self Adjust
- 12-1/4 x 3-3/8 Inch Drum
- 10000 lbs Axle
- 16 Inch Wheel
- 16-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 17 Inch Wheel
- 17-1/2 Inch Wheel
- etrailer
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