Replacement Bearing Kit Needed for EZ Loader Trailer with 2,800 lb Axle

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I’m surprised ez loader trailers aren’t more standardized by spindle size. I don’t have digital calipers to measure diameter of spindle, but I believe that the weight ratio of the axle is in the model #: 3100-2800 lbs., although I’m not 100% certain. And I will verify. Do your kits come with double lipped seals? Thanks again.

asked by: Gavin H

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What is the weight rating on your axle? I unfortunately don't have a way to see what bearings and seals your trailer uses but if you can let me know the weight rating and/or if you could measure the different dimensions of your spindle I can see if we have replacement parts that will work.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Gavin H.

7/28/2022

I’m surprised ez loader trailers aren’t more standardized by spindle size. I don’t have digital calipers to measure diameter of spindle, but I believe that the weight ratio of the axle is in the model #: 3100-2800 lbs., although I’m not 100% certain. And I will verify. Do your kits come with double lipped seals? Thanks again.

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Jon G.

7/28/2022

I'm sure the axle does have a standardized size - I just don't have a database to pull from to give you an answer right away. If the weight rating is 2,800 lbs then I'm guessing it uses the same bearings and seals that you'd find on a standard 3,500 lb axle with the #84 spindle type. If this is the case then we have the replacement bearing kit # BK2-100 which comes with the # L68149 inner bearing, the # L44649 outer bearing, and the 10-19 double lip seal (found as part # 58846). If this matches what you have then awesome! If not, you might need to pull a hub from the other side to verify on your end if that's at all possible. The only other alternative is to rent/buy a digital caliper or contact EZ Loader directly to get that info from them.

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Answer 1

For the inner bearing you need #LM67048 and race #LM67010. The outer bearing is #L44649 and race #L44610. The seal is #10-42.

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Answer 2

There are really two reasons to replace a grease seal, if they are damaged or worn and leaking grease then that is an obvious factor. If you are replacing bearings it is usually best to replace the grease seals as well because although they may still…

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Answer 3

The Dexter 8-283 is an obsolete 2800lb 10 x 1-1/2 inch hub that used a LM67048 inner and a L44649 outer bearing. Unfortunately, we don't have any hubs that would be compatible with the spindles on your axle. Your best bet at this point would be…

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Answer 4

The bearings you would need are inner bearing #LM67048, outer bearing #L44649 with a #10-42 seal. We don't have this as a kit but you can order each individually. We contacted Dexter and they informed us that you axle was made specifically for…

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Answer 5

The bearings you would need are inner bearing #LM67048, outer bearing #L44649 with a #10-42 seal. We don't have this as a kit but you can order each individually.

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Answer 6

I called Dexter Axle and my contact said that the serial number (D 4526043) can be the same on a couple of different P-11 axle types because it relates to the plant that it was manufactured at. The brake kit and hub and drum assembly that my contact…

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Answer 7

The correct grease seal for a Dexter 2,800 Lb Axle is the Grease Seal part #10-42 which has an inner diameter of 1.75" and and outer diameter of 2.33". In order to repack the bearings, I recommend using the LubriMatic Prime Guard High…

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Answer 8

There is no specific torque rating for the castle nut that holds your hub in place. We recommend tightening the castle nut down until it stops, and then backing it off to the next notch wheel the tang washer will fit into the castle nut. Over…

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Answer 9

We do have a solution for replacing your obsolete Dexter trailer axle but it isn't your standard trailer axle as none of ours matches that description. If you want to stick with a standard axle you need to contact a trusted trailer shop to have…

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Answer 10

It is highly recommended that the spring seat be at minimum tack welded to the axle. There have been issues that have resulted from the seat not be welded to the axle. If you do not have access to a welder, I recommend taking the trailer to a local…

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Answer 11

Based on the VIN your EZ Loader trailer was built at the Custom plant in Arkansas. The inner bearing for that trailer is an L68149 and the outer is L44649. Bearing kit #BK2-100 has the correct bearings and races but you would need a different seal,…

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Answer 12

EZ Loader trailers have different sizes and configurations which come with different types of bearings so I can not tell you exactly what your bearing sizes are. One of the easiest ways to find your bearing size is to take off one of your hubs and…

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