Correct Bearing and Seal Kit for Trailer with 6k Dexter Axles

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Bearings and seals for a 1987 econoline 12 ton model p420d with 4 dexter 6000lb bogie axles 14.5” wheels

asked by: Edward M

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Since your trailer has 6k axles the correct bearing kit is the part # BK3-100 that you referenced. This comes with the two needed bearings, the seal, and a new cotter pin for the castle nut.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

You will need to pull off your current hubs to remove the bearings and seal to get the numbers so that we can determine for sure what you would need. But MOST likely the correct kit you would need would be the part #BK3-100. This kit comes with…

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Answer 2

Bearing Kit #BK3-100 consists of bearings 15123 and 25580, matching races, grease seal and cotter pin. This kit is intended for a 6K axle. The same component parts are found in Lippert bearing kit 333950, also rated for a 6K axle. Two helpful…

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Answer 3

Yes, the seal in Bearing Kit, #BK3-100, does have a double lip. This is a 10-36 seal, part #RG06-070. It is designed for marine and oil bath applications. It has an inner diameter of 2.250 inches and an outer diameter of 3.376 inches.

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Answer 4

For a bearing kit that fits your 6k axle you'd want the etrailer #BK3-100 which comes with the correct bearings and seal that matches the dimensions you listed as well. These are the only quality of bearing that's going to fit your…

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Answer 5

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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Answer 6

A BT8 spindle would have a diameter of .99 of an inch where the bearings would both install and would have a diameter of 1.24 where the great seal would ride. That would require a hub part #AKIHUB-440-2-1K for an idler hub. A BTR spindle would have…

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Answer 7

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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Answer 8

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 9

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 10

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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Answer 11

You will need to measure the diameter of the spindles where the seal and bearings ride. Check out the picture I attached that shows where this is. You will need an exact measurement so either a digital or dial caliper will be needed. To pick out the…

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Answer 12

The inner diameters of the LM67048 and 15123 both are the same (1.250 inches). That means that a hub with either bearing in the outer bearing would fit your spindle. The part #AKHD-655-6-EZ-K would fit your axle.

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Correct Bearing and Seal Kit for Trailer with 6k Dexter Axles

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