How To Find Correct Replacement Bearings and Hub for 5 x 8 Utility Trailer
Question:
I have a 2008 carry on 5 x 8 utility trailer with a 2000 lb. rating with 5 stud hubs. I am trying to find the right size replacement hub kit for it.
asked by: Brad S
Helpful Expert Reply:
In order to find the correct replacement hub we first need to identify the bearings. I have a few options for you to help with identifying the bearings on your trailer. The first and easiest method would be to crawl under the trailer and look for the axle tag on the beam. This should give an axle capacity which we can then use to find the bearings based off industry standards. For example, a 2,000 lb axle uses L44649 and L44649 bearings like what comes with the Easy Grease Trailer Idler Hub Assembly part # AKIHUB-545-2-EZ-2K. The other option would be to take the hubs off the trailer and either read the part numbers off the old bearings or measure them with a dial caliper to the nearest thousandth of an inch. I have attached an article that goes over this process in more detail.
I have also attached a few links with lists of our bearing and hub selection.
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Easy Grease Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 2K Axles - 10" to 12"- 5 on 4-1/2 - Pre-Greased
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub
- Easy Grease
- EZ Lube
- Pre-Greased
- L44649
- L44649
- For 2000 lbs Axles
- 1/2 Inch Stud
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 10 Inch Wheel
- 12 Inch Wheel
- etrailer
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