Should Washer Be Installed on Trailer Spindle Prior to Nut and Cotter Pin for Hub Assembly
Question:
Should I have a washer under nut holding drum to shaft. Or only nut and cotter pin
asked by: Jim S
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Expert Reply:
Yes, when installing a hub and drum like the 3.5K Easy Grease Trailer Idler Hub Assembly # AKIHUB-545-35-EZ-K, you will want to have a washer installed as it helps to keep the bearing evenly compressed inside the hub.
Attached is a sample installation video for you to check out.
expert reply by:
Jon G
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Easy Grease Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 3.5K Axles - 5 on 4-1/2 - Pre-Greased
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub
- Easy Grease
- EZ Lube
- Pre-Greased
- L68149
- L44649
- For 3500 lbs Axles
- 1/2 Inch Stud
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 13 Inch Wheel
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- etrailer
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