Does the Trailer Hub/Drum Assembly 3,500 Lb Galvanized AKHD-545-35-G-EZ-K Come Pre-Greased

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Does this galvanized model come pre-greased like the AKHD-545-35-EZ-K?

asked by: David

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The Trailer Hub/Drum Assembly - 3,500-lb E-Z Lube Axles part # AKHD-545-35-G-EZ-K does not come pre-greased nor do any of our hubs with the galvanized finish, only the Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly part # AKHD-545-35-EZ-K which is painted.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

The great thing about Bearing Buddy like part #BB1781 is that when you add grease to your system with the included fitting, it will move the spring-loaded piston outward and allow grease to seep around the edges to keep from damaging the seal. You…

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Answer 2

If you are looking for a grease cap PLUG with the TRP stamped on it chances are the Grease Cap Plug for E-Z Lube Grease Caps #RG04-010 would work for you, but to be certain you will want to measure the diameter of the grease cap hole. If it is 1.18…

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Answer 3

The EZ Lube Spindle features includes a zerk fitting in the end of the spindle and holes in the spindle that allow grease to be injected into the hub bore. The only difference between the hubs we sell for an EZ Lube spindle and a standard spindle is…

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Answer 4

An EZ lube spindle will be better because it allows you to insert grease from inside the spindle where the bearings are and push out the old grease whereas with a Bearing Buddy you basically just get to push grease through the front of the hub. I…

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Answer 5

It is not required to install a washer between the outer bearing and the castle nut on the Trailer Idler Axle Beam with Easy Grease Spindles part #e48GR. That said, it's not a bad idea to use one and I recommend this to ensure there is no damage…

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Answer 6

In order to determine if hub assembly 8-258-50UC1-EZ will work for you, first know that this assembly is for EZ Lube spindles that require a grease seal with a 1-1/2" inner diameter such as #RG06-020. You are also going to want to remove the hub…

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Answer 7

Traditionally, trailer manufacturers did not use electric brakes on boat trailers because the brake magnet wiring and trailer wiring did not always have the best insulation or water protection. These days, more and more manufacturers are using…

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Answer 8

I believe you are referring to the manual for various Dexter hub assemblies that call for the application of Permatex sealant or equivalent prior to the installation of a new seal. While I don't recommend going against the manufacturer's…

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Answer 9

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 10

Hydraulic brakes are better suited for boat trailers for the simple fact that wires and water do not like to cooperate with each other, but the etrailer.com Self Adjusting Electric Trailer Brakes, #AKEBRK-35L-SA, can be used on a boat trailer…

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Answer 11

Overpacking the trailer hub with grease is the number one reason for grease seal failure. For a boat trailer I would recommend re-packing the hubs by hand with grease once per season and you'd be fine. I don't like recommending people use…

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Answer 12

In regards to installing the Bearing Buddy Bearing Protectors part #BB1781, you will need to fill them with grease until the grease starts to seep out of the seal around the piston (see photo). You should see the piston extend out past the Bearing…

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