Do I Need to Replace the Bearings When I Replace My Brakes

Question:

what bearing do we need

asked by: Paul G

Expert Reply:

Wheel bearings are going to be hub and spindle specific and aren't going to effect which brakes you'll want to use. It sounds like you might have a 7k axle with 12" brakes on your trailer, so you can use the # AKEBRK-7R-SA (right) and # AKEBRK-7L-SA (left) which are a self adjusting brake assemblies and a great choice. These are sold as single assemblies and are side specific, so you'll need to order the brake for each side, or the complete set is available with part # AKEBRK-7-SA. You may also need mounting hardware, which you can use # BRKH12. I do recommend checking to confirm the axle specs and the size of your current brakes to be sure these are the correct fit.

If you also need to replace the bearings in your hub you will want to pull the hubs and remove the bearings; there will be identification numbers on the backs of the bearings in most cases. If you can't find the numbers stamped on the bearings you can also take some measurements of the spindles with a digital calipers to determine the correct bearings.

If you can let me know what bearings you find on your 7000-lbs axle I can help you locate the correct replacement parts for that, as well.

expert reply by: Erik B