Replacement Hubs, Bearings, Bearing Buddy, Wheels, Tires for Caulkins Trailer with Dexter 8-248 Hub

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Friends, I have an old Caulkins trailer that is in good shape and I’m getting ready to travel about 2,000 miles with it and a 16’ fiberglass boat. I am thinking it’s best that I replace both hub assembly’s as complete units with the bearing buddies it’s not an ez-lube axle along with 2 mounted tires on rims. I also need a 2” hitch and ball I believe it’s 1 7/8. Also, if you have new bolts with hardware to better secure the wheel jack. Please let me know if you are able to determine the best parts and cost. Very appreciative of any assistance. Many thanks

asked by: John Z

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I will start with the hubs. You have Dexter 8-248 hubs so the correct replacement is the Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 3,500-lb Axles - 5 on 4-1/2 # 84545BX. This assembly includes the bearings, races and seals. For Bearing Buddy replacements, you have the option of the # BB1980A-SS which are stainless steel or the # BB1980A which are chrome plated.

You currently have 5.30-12 load range C tires. The correct replacement wheels and tires would be the Kenda Loadstar 5.30-12 Bias Trailer Tire with 12" White Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range C # AM30820. These tires have a maximum load of 1,045 lbs at 80 psi so you want to make sure you aren't exceeding 2,090 lbs with your boat on the trailer.

The Replacement Mounting Hardware for Fulton Jacks # F500286 is what you are looking for to replace those brackets on your jack.

When you say you need a 2" hitch and ball, I'm assuming you mean a ball mount since you already have a hitch with a 2" receiver installed on your 2005 Toyota Tundra. There should be a stamp on top of your coupler to indicate the size. I recommend the etrailer Ball Mount Kit # 989899 which comes with a 1-7/8" and 2" ball and will fit a 2" receiver. Make sure you confirm which hitch ball you need before you tow your trailer for safety reasons.

I have attached reviews of the above mentioned products for your reference.

expert reply by: Robin H

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5.30-12 Tires
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Answer 1

Thanks for sending me your picture; it helped out a lot! Instead of new U-bolts, I would instead suggest the Fulton replacement mounting hardware #F500286. This will be able to accommodate different sized frames of trailers and the threads will be…

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The brackets included in the Fulton #F500286 Replacement Jack Mounting Hardware measure 6-5/16 inches long by 1-5/16 inches long. The hole spacing between the closer holes is 1 inch, the spacing between the group of 4 holes and the further away…

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Replacement mounting hardware for Fulton marine jacks is available in a kit consisting of 2 brackets, 4 bolts and 4 nuts. These are available together as part #F500286. A link to this item is provided.

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Answer 4

For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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The Hydraulic Line Kit #9579-01 comes with two 18" flex hoses and two 51" steel lines.

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Yes, I have listed for your below the roof rack systems from Rhino-Rack, Thule, and Yakima that will fit the RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Covers like part #RTT-80243 for your 2019 Ram 1500. Rhino-Rack Vortex Crossbar System part #RRVA180B-RRRLT600…

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According to Rhino Rack, if you were to go with the shorter bars, you'll only have 1-1/4 inch of leeway on each side which isn't enough in their opinion. I'd recommend going with the 71 inch bars so you'll be certain of a good fit. As…

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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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The Dutton-Lainson Square Swivel Jack #DL22340 has a mounting plate designed to fit trailer frames with a height of 3" - 5". I have attached a dimensional drawing below with all of the bolt spacing for your reference.

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I would be happy to! The bottom of the foot to the center of the pipe mount is 10-1/2" when retracted and 24-1/2" when fully extended on the Trailer Valet JXS Trailer Jack w/ Footplate and Drill Powered Option item #TV64FR. Sorry I do not…

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