What Is The Tread Size For The # 42 Spindle?

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What is the thread pitch and diameter to chase the threads on the spindle

asked by: Tim

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The #42 E-Z Lube Spindle w/ Flange # TRU37FR has a 1"-14 thread size.

A replacement Trailer Spindle Nut # 165686 is available if the treads are damaged on the castle nut.

expert reply by: Bud M

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Answer 1

If you take a look at the provided photo, you can see the pertinent dimensions of the #TRU37FR spindle.

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Answer 2

Acccrding to TruRyde, the #TRU37FR for 5.2 to 7K capacity trailer axles is constructed of cold rolled 1045 steel bar stock. The spindle is compatible with a #25580 inner wheel bearing, the outer bearing used will depend on the capacity of the axle.

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Answer 3

The axle tube dimensions should be the same from anything between 5,200 - 7,000 lbs. I know for sure the outer diameter will be 3" as this is a standard but it would not hurt to measure the inner diameter when fittings the #42 E-Z Lube…

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Answer 4

Trailer spindles are welded directly to the axle so to remove one it just needs to be cut off completely using a torch or saw. Then to replace the spindle such as with the EZ Lube #TRU37FR that you were looking at it's extremely important…

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Answer 5

The difference in tire diameter will be an additional 2-1/2 inches going from the 225/75-15 which measure 28.4 to the 235/80-16 which measure 30.9 inches. As a general rule of thumb the minimum safe distance between front and rear tires on the same…

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Answer 6

It is not uncommon for the trailer hangers on a tandem axle trailer to be all the same size or for there to be different sizes that can be 1-1/2 to 2 inches different in height when you compare the center hanger to the front and rear. For example,…

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Answer 7

Thank you for purchasing from etrailer! You did a great job selecting compatible parts. When using Leaf Springs #e64SR with the #AP233 Equalizer Kit and the #H248 Hanger Kit, there should be 29-1/2" between the front and center hangers and…

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Answer 8

The interior surface of a hub/drum will develop some rust almost immediately after exposure to the outside world. You may have noticed after your last new vehicle purchase that rust on the front brake discs will start to appear almost as soon as you…

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Answer 9

The most cost-effective hub/drum that fits the spindle part #TRU37FR is the part #AKHD-865-7-2-EZ-K and then for brake assemblies part #AKEBRK-6R for the right hand side and part #AKEBRK-6L for the left hand side.

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Answer 10

The LM67048 (5,200 lb Outer Bearing), 15123 (6,000 lb Outer Bearing), and even 14125A (7,000 lb Outer Bearing) all have the same 1.25" inner diameter so you can use any of them on a 5,200 lb axle. For this, I recommend the Dexter Trailer Hub and…

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Answer 11

The way you are describing testing your brake magnets is the way we recommend testing the brake magnets, by connecting the multimeter to the blue brake wire behind the brake controller. When testing your trailer with 4, 10 inch brake drums, the…

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Answer 12

After you've packed the bearings and assembled everything, carefully slide the hub assembly onto the spindle and install the outer bearing. Install the spindle and tang washer and run the spindle nut down finger tight, then rotate the hub back…

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