Will Overheating a Trailer Hub Damage the Spindle

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Has this overheating damaged the spindle

asked by: Michael B

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If the spindles were overheated due to a bearing malfunction then you will need to replace them or the axle. The spindles are already heat treated for strength but you will lose that strength if heated beyond a certain point after the fact. If there are any discolorations on the spindle (usually blueish) then that would indicate heat damage. If you can let me know what size axle you have and the shape I would be glad to see about getting you replacement spindles if applicable but most cases it's more cost effective to replace the axle unless you're a welder. I have attached both our replacement axle and spindle selection below.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

The great thing about Bearing Buddy like part #BB1781 is that when you add grease to your system with the included fitting, it will move the spring-loaded piston outward and allow grease to seep around the edges to keep from damaging the seal. You…

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Answer 2

If you are looking for a grease cap PLUG with the TRP stamped on it chances are the Grease Cap Plug for E-Z Lube Grease Caps #RG04-010 would work for you, but to be certain you will want to measure the diameter of the grease cap hole. If it is 1.18…

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It is not required to install a washer between the outer bearing and the castle nut on the Trailer Idler Axle Beam with Easy Grease Spindles part #e48GR. That said, it's not a bad idea to use one and I recommend this to ensure there is no damage…

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Answer 4

The EZ Lube Spindle features includes a zerk fitting in the end of the spindle and holes in the spindle that allow grease to be injected into the hub bore. The only difference between the hubs we sell for an EZ Lube spindle and a standard spindle is…

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Answer 5

An EZ lube spindle will be better because it allows you to insert grease from inside the spindle where the bearings are and push out the old grease whereas with a Bearing Buddy you basically just get to push grease through the front of the hub. I…

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Answer 6

Most likely a 1-7/8 inch or 2 inch hitch ball would be needed for your 5 by 8 foot Snowbear utility trailer. I attached a page that has all of the hitch balls we have. You'll want to look on top of coupler of your trailer and you'll see the…

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Answer 7

As SnowBear trailers are still being produced, and haven't been around long enough for any of the weird/rare spindle options, you will not need to measure anything else to confirm the fitment of the etrailer.com Trailer Idler Hub Assembly…

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Answer 8

To find the correct replacement bearings, you will need to pull one of the hubs off and remove the inner and outer bearing to obtain the reference numbers from them. The reference number will be stamped into the steel cage holding the bearings, as…

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Answer 9

You can actually measure the bolt pattern of a wheel in either way that you mentioned. I attached a picture that shows how to measure across center of the wheel to determine the bolt pattern but if you have a 5 lug bolt pattern you can also measure…

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Answer 10

Since trailer manufacturers do not make bearing information readily available to the public you would need either the bearing numbers from the bearings themselves or measure the spindle to know which bearings would fit. If you pull the hubs off and…

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Answer 11

First I would get the hubs matched up because if they are different sizes that can lead to uneven wear of the tires and suspension components. Not to mention you would have to buy two sets of replacement parts all the time. But if the 2 hubs are on…

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Answer 12

In regards to installing the Bearing Buddy Bearing Protectors part #BB1781, you will need to fill them with grease until the grease starts to seep out of the seal around the piston (see photo). You should see the piston extend out past the Bearing…

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