How to Determine Correct Bearing Buddies for Trailer

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Hi I have a 2008 Four Winns trailer. I need to replace the bearing caps and wanted to use the bearing buddy product. The caps are threaded but Im not sure of the size. The two variants Ive seen are BB2080T-SS or 1980TSS really close in size. Any tips on how I can confirm which one I need?

asked by: Pete

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Expert Reply:

It is actually really easy to determine which Bearing Buddies are the correct fit for your trailer; all you need to do is measure the hub bores on your trailer's hubs using digital caliper and match the hub bore diameter to the correct Bearing Buddies.

For example, the Bearing Buddy Bearing Protectors # BB2080T-SS you referenced will fit a hub bore diameter of 2.080 inches while the Bearing Buddy Bearing Protectors # BB1980T-SS fit a hub bore with a diameter of 1.980 inches.

I've added a link to our selection of Bearing Buddies for you to check out when you find the measurement, or you can let me know what measurement you get, and I'd be happy to find the right one for you.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

Bearing Buddy does specify that the Bearing Buddy Threaded Bearing Protectors, part #BB2080T-SS, will fit the Reliable oil bath unit that has a 2.080 hub bore size and is on many of the EZ Loader trailers. Bearing Buddy recommends using Permatex or…

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Answer 2

When trying to remove the broken Reliable oil cap you may need to use a hammer and a long flat head screwdriver. Placing the screwdriver head on the outer edge of the cap, lightly tap the screwdriver to force cap to turn in the desired direction to…

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Answer 3

Since you measured the cap dimensions and got 2.08 inches the correct Bearing Buddy is the #BB2080T-SS you referenced. This is a stainless steel version too which means that it won't rust which is great for a marine application like yours.

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Answer 4

We can help you select Bearing Buddy grease caps for your hubs that have an inner bore of 2.11-inches. The size nearest to yours is 2.080-inches. All Bearing Buddy grease caps in this size are shown on the linked page. Note that these are offered in…

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Answer 5

While we have some specs available on your EZ Loader EZB 14-17 1250, we have different measurements than your bearing with an inner diameter of 1.029". We unfortunately do not have any hubs that are compatible with that inner diameter…

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Answer 6

Bearing Buddy does have options for thread hubs like what are seen on oil bath setups. We only have three options though: #BB1980T-SS for a 1.980 inch diameter #BB2441T-SS for a 2.441 inch diameter #BB2080T-SS for a 2.080 inch diameter

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Answer 7

In order to choose the correct model Bearing Buddies for your trailer, you would need to determine the inside diameter of the hub bore. You would need to use a digital caliper to get the hub bore measurement, as a ruler or measuring tape would not be…

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Answer 8

You'll basically just need to remove as much of the oil from your hubs as you can and then pack them with grease instead of oil. Oil seals and caps seal better than grease seals and caps so to make the conversion you want to make is not hard at…

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Answer 9

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 10

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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Answer 11

Hey Richard, thanks for reaching out! The Dexter DX7.5 Drop-N-Go Brake Actuator #099-175-00 is a great option for a replacement actuator because it's a direct replacement for the common Model 60 actuators that were popular in the '90s.…

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Answer 12

To determine the size of the brake assemblies you need you have to measure the depth and width of the hub drum on the axle like what you see in the picture I attached. The most common size is 2-1/4 inch wide like the #T4071600-500 that you…

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