Replacement Bearing Kits, Bearing Protectors and Wheels/Tires for 2000 Viking 1706 Pop-Up Camper

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My camper is a 2000 model. I want to replace the bearings, bearing buddys and the wheels tires.

asked by: Lawrence B

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Expert Reply:

I don't have the ability to look up which bearings your Viking 1706 pop-up used, as there isn't a database for that like what you'd see with a typical passenger vehicle. This being said, I was able to determine that your pop-up has a 2000 lb axle which would have likely used a L44643 inner/outer wheel bearing.

You can confirm this by pulling one of the wheels and hubs and checking the existing bearings for a reference number. If you can't make out a reference number, use a digital caliper like # PTW80157 and get either the inside diameter of the inner or outer bearing or the diameter of the spindle. If the diameter is 1 inch, you'd use the # BK1-100 kit which includes the races, bearings, grease seal and a replacement cotter pin. If the bearing inside diameter is 1.063, you have a L44649 inner and outer wheel bearing and would use the # BK1-150 bearing kit.

If you have the L44643 or L44649 bearing set, you'd use a 1.980 inch bearing buddy. For a stainless model, use # BB1980A-SS or for chrome plated, use # BB1980A.

I'd be happy to recommend a wheel/tire for you. From what I read, your Viking 1706 was equipped with 12 inch wheels. To accommodate the approximate 2000 lb GVWR, I'd recommend a 145/80-12 tire. If you need a 4 lug on 4 inch bolt pattern, use # AM35351DX or # AM31199DX for a 5 lug on 4-1/2 inch bolt pattern.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

Yes, the Kenda Karrier S-Trail ST145/R12 Radial Trailer Tire #AM10140 referenced in your question will fit the same 12 inch wheel with a 4 inch width that your existing 4.80-12 size tires are mounted to. Just note that the ST145/R12 tire will be…

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Answer 2

The most common tire size people go to from the 4.80-12 is the 5.30-12 like the Taskmaster 5.30R12 Radial Trailer Tire #TT53012C. This will give you a width increase of 1/2 inch and a diameter increase of 1.4 inches. This tire also has a speed…

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Answer 3

There's no reason you couldn't upgrade your 4.80-12 Load Range B tires with Load Range C's like the part #AM10062. These would fit the exact same as your current tire with the only difference being that they have a higher Load…

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Answer 4

With the measurements you got, the closest we will have is the #AH15450ECOMP. This is an agricultural hub the uses the outer bearing #LM11949, which does match the .75", but the inner bearing does not match. This uses a #LM67048 that has a…

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Answer 5

We currently have not had a Ford F-150 with the power outlet in the bed to test fit a bed mounted 7-Way #C57008. I see no reason you will not be able to still install the 7-way as there is a large gap which can be seen in the installation video which…

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Answer 6

Since Valley went out of business there are no direct replacement parts that are available but a repair kit like the Curt #C25194 for 2" Curt Couplers may be compatible. What I recommend doing is replace your coupler completely as replacement…

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Answer 7

Trailer wheel bearings are specific to the spindle that is installed on the axle that is on your trailer. You will need to safely support the trailer, remove the wheel and tire, remove the grease cap, remove the cotter pin and washer that secures the…

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Answer 8

The 07100 bearing number you referenced is an older bearing that has the same dimensions as #L44643. If both the inner and outer bearings on your existing trailer are the 07100/ #L44643, and the hub has a 4 on 4 inch bolt pattern, the correct…

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Answer 9

The Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly part #AKHD-545-35-K is the correct replacement for an AL-KO 7230. In regards to the braking assemblies, I suggest getting a new pair, the Electric Trailer Brake Kit part #AKEBRK-35-SA. This option will save you some…

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Answer 10

Yes, our Dexter leaf spring part #DX74XR is the same as the part number 072-079-00. This is a 7-leaf spring for an 8,000 lb trailer axle that is 24-7/8 inches.

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Answer 11

From the information that I was able to find on the L44549 bearing, it shows it being a 1-1/16 inch bearing which is the same as Trailer Hub Bearing, #L44649. Just to be sure, I recommend measuring the L44549 bearing with a digital caliper to confirm…

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