Choosing Between Painted or GAL-DEX Coated Version of Dexter Trailer Hub

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I have a venture trailer for my sailboat and was wondering if it is worth to spend the little bit more to put a galvanized hubs on it?

asked by: Alan

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Expert Reply:

The GAL-DEX coated version of the hub you referenced is part # 8-258-50UC1. There is a very small price differential between the painted and the GAL-DEX version. The GAL-DEX coating can withstand a continuous 500 hour exposure to salt spray before corrosion sets in. In my opinion, the extra corrosion protection is well worth the small increase in price.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

No, the #14125A bearing has different applications than a #15123 bearing. The outer diameters are different. Both are readily available bearings. If you have a 15123 bearing then you would need that same bearing as a replacement. If you can provide…

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Answer 2

Thanks for the picture! I would be happy to help you. For your Loadmaster Gooseneck Trailer you are going to want the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly item #8-201-9UC3-EZ. These hubs will fit your spindle, they have inner bearing of #25580…

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Answer 3

The great thing about Bearing Buddy like part #BB1781 is that when you add grease to your system with the included fitting, it will move the spring-loaded piston outward and allow grease to seep around the edges to keep from damaging the seal. You…

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Answer 4

If you are looking for a grease cap PLUG with the TRP stamped on it chances are the Grease Cap Plug for E-Z Lube Grease Caps #RG04-010 would work for you, but to be certain you will want to measure the diameter of the grease cap hole. If it is 1.18…

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Answer 5

If your existing hub uses 1-1/16 inch bearings, they will need to be replaced the exact same size bearings and races, #L44649, and #L44610. We also have the complete bearing kit available as part #BK1-150, which includes two 1-1/16 bearings and…

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Answer 6

Replacement of a spindle on a trailer axle is best left to a professional installer. This is not a do-it-yourself type of project. We urge you to use a professional welder experienced in axle fabrication. Proper alignment and welding are critical to…

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Answer 7

The EZ Lube Spindle features includes a zerk fitting in the end of the spindle and holes in the spindle that allow grease to be injected into the hub bore. The only difference between the hubs we sell for an EZ Lube spindle and a standard spindle is…

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We do have Bearing Buddys with threads on them, but you'll need to verify fitment on your end: Stainless Steel - #BB1980T-SS fits a 1.980" hub bore Stainless Steel - #BB2080T-SS fits a 2.080" hub bore Stainless Steel - #BB2441T-SS fits…

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Answer 9

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 10

An EZ lube spindle will be better because it allows you to insert grease from inside the spindle where the bearings are and push out the old grease whereas with a Bearing Buddy you basically just get to push grease through the front of the hub. I…

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Answer 11

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

It is not required to install a washer between the outer bearing and the castle nut on the Trailer Idler Axle Beam with Easy Grease Spindles part #e48GR. That said, it's not a bad idea to use one and I recommend this to ensure there is no damage…

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