Recommended Non-Brake Replacement for Dexter 8-243 Hub/Drum

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What can I replace Dexter 8-243 non brake hub with?

asked by: Ricky S

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Yes, you can replace the Dexter 8-243 Hub/Drum with an idler hub assembly using the Easy Grease Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 3.5K Axles part # AKIHUB-545-35-EZ-K. These hubs are pre-packed so you don't have to deal with a huge mess, just swap them out and you're ready to go!

expert reply by: Conner L

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Thanks for the photo, since there isn't an available database that would tell me what axles your trailer has based on the make and model alone, the ID tag photo told me everything I needed to know. Your trailer uses two standard 3.5K axles which…

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Based on the information I can find on your Dexter 8-243 hub it appears it is for a 3500lb axle and uses standard 3500lb bearings which are inner bearing #L68149 and outer bearing #L44649 but I recommend confirming this first. You can confirm your…

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The Dexter 8-243 hub is for a 3,500 lb axle like the #8-247-50 so for brake assemblies you'd want the #AKEBRK-35 for a set that includes left and right assemblies. If you are looking for individual components of the assemblies let me know.

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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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To determine the size of the brake assemblies you need you have to measure the depth and width of the hub drum on the axle like what you see in the picture I attached. The most common size is 2-1/4 inch wide like the #T4071600-500 that you…

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Answer 6

Hey Richard, thanks for reaching out! The Dexter DX7.5 Drop-N-Go Brake Actuator #099-175-00 is a great option for a replacement actuator because it's a direct replacement for the common Model 60 actuators that were popular in the '90s.…

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To determine the size of the hub assembly you need to purchase you have to determine which bearings are in the old assembly. If the old assembly has L44649 inner bearings, you would use the hub you chose #8-258-5UC1. If the inner bearings are marked…

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Traditionally, trailer manufacturers did not use electric brakes on boat trailers because the brake magnet wiring and trailer wiring did not always have the best insulation or water protection. These days, more and more manufacturers are using…

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I currently have three diffrent self-adjusting assemblies for your boat trailer with 10" x 2-1/4" electric drum brakes which are attached for you below. eTrailer Electric Trailer Brake Kit part #AKEBRK-35-SA (3,500 Axles) Dexter…

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Answer 10

There really isn't a particular maximum trailer weight that is used to determine when brakes need to be added to both axles of a tandem axle setup. While I do still recommend checking your local laws, I am also not aware of any general laws that…

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Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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Answer 12

To find the load capacity for your axle you should look on the trailer VIN plate or sticker that lists the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that…

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