Pre-Greased Galvanized Trailer Idler Hub 5 on 4-1/2 Bolt Pattern For 3,500 Lb Axle

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I see you have the non galvanized hub that can be bought pre-greased...can a person buy the galvanized pre-greased?

asked by: Dave

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Expert Reply:

Yes, we do the CE Smith Trailer Idler Hub Pre-greased with case part # CE13515 is the same galvanized hub as part # AKIHUB-545-35-G-EZ-K except it's pre-greased. It has an inner bearing of # L68149 and outer bearing of # L44649 with a 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern.

expert reply by: Heather A

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Answer 1

Based on my research on the Karavan Trailer website most of their snowmobile trailers such as their Ultra-101-12-WB use hubs with a 5-on-4-1/2-inch bolt pattern. The supplied wheels are 14-inch and are fitted with an ST205/75D14-inch tire, which is a…

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Answer 2

I would be happy to help! Based on the BT150 stamped in your hub you will need the CE Smith Trailer Idler Hub Assembly #CE13315 which includes inner and outer bearings #L44649. This hub comes pre-greased and ready to install on the spindle of your…

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Answer 3

Thanks so much for providing those details! Based on your bearing numbers, you definitely have a 3.5k axle with a 5 on 4-1/2 lug pattern. For replacement hubs, I recommend the Easy Grease Trailer Hub/Drum Assembly for 3.5K Axles - 10" Diameter -…

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To determine the size of the hub assembly you need to purchase you have to determine which bearings are in the old assembly. If the old assembly has L44649 inner bearings, you would use the hub you chose #8-258-5UC1. If the inner bearings are marked…

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Answer 5

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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Answer 6

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 7

Load range B trailer tires are going to have a lower capacity than C load range tires. Basically that, psi rating, and the ply rating are the only differences. A higher load range tire would last a little longer than lower load ranges of the same…

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Answer 8

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 9

The three most common lug stud sizes for a trailer are 1/2"-20, 9/16"-18, and 5/8"-18. In order to make sure you get the correct lug nuts you need to measure the lug studs on the trailer now as we have no way to look this up for…

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Answer 10

Your math is correct in your trailer weight load example. If a fully-loaded tandem axle trailer weighs 4000-lbs then each of the 4 tires will bear 1/4th of that load, or 1000-lbs. In this case a tire rated for 1300-lbs would provide a good safety…

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Answer 11

To find the load capacity for your axle you should look on the trailer VIN plate or sticker that lists the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that…

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Answer 12

You can add larger wheels and tires to a trailer as long as you have enough room for the larger size. The main clearance issues we find when putting larger tires and wheels on a trailer is from the top of the tire to the fender and from the inside…

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