Is Play Between Hub and Axle on Trailer Normal

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I have had this trailers for 3 months. I feel like the trailer is louder going over bumps compared to when I first got it. It seems to be coming from where hubs connect to the axle. Although I feel the lug nuts are tight, When I pull the tire there is play between the hub and the axle. Is this normal or is it indicative of a possible issue?

asked by: Marc M

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If the tires on your CE Smith Multi Sport Boat and Kayak Trailer # CE48810 have some play then that would definitely be contributing to what you're hearing. If the lugs are tight then this means that your spindle nut needs to be tightened down as you shouldn't be able to see any movement with your hub.

Tighten your spindle nut until you don't have anymore play and then back it off to the next notch. This should take out the play you have found as well as the weight noise you are hearing.

Let me know if you're having any other issues and I can help you troubleshoot further.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

The least expensive option we can offer you to transport the Sun Dolphin Water Tender Dinghy is with the CE Smith Multi Sport Boat Trailer part #CE48810. This boat trailer will be perfect for you as it comes with everything you need to hit the…

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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 4

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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

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 7

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Answer 8

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 9

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Answer 10

A BT8 spindle would have a diameter of .99 of an inch where the bearings would both install and would have a diameter of 1.24 where the great seal would ride. That would require a hub part #AKIHUB-440-2-1K for an idler hub. A BTR spindle would have…

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

The CE Smith Multi Sport Plus Boat and Kayak Trailer w/ Bunks #CE48870 that you referenced was designed to be used with boats that are up to 14 feet in length like what you have now. I attached a picture that shows the range of where the winch…

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