Recommended Grease Seal w/ a 1.25 ID and a 1.98 OD

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The axle I bought shows Grease Seal Inner Diameter: 1.25, with this kit it shows the hub inner grease seal of Inner diameter: 1.50inch Outer diameter: 1.987. Do I need to buy a grease seal of 1.25 ID and 1.987 OD to put on this hub and will it fit? These are the other measurements recommended for the axle Inner/Outer Bearing sold separately: 44649 1 1/16inch inner dimension Race sold separately: 44610.

asked by: Joseph K

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Yes, you would! The grease seal you would need is the Double Lip Grease Seal - ID 1.249" / OD 1.983" item # 34823.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Answer 1

I went to the warehouse and measured the #AKIHUB-545-2-2K you asked about. I have attached a photo of the hub with the dimension you asked for. The hub depth outside to outside is 4 inches. This is an idler hub assembly for 2,000-lb axles and will…

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Answer 2

Thank you for getting me all of the info you shared from your hub. Based on that we know that the #8-259-5UC1-EZ that you referenced is correct for both sides of your axle.

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Answer 3

Thanks for the photo! Using the VIN I was able to gather the necessary information needed to help you find the correct idler hubs. For this, I recommend the CE Smith Trailer Hub Assembly part #CE13311. This hub uses a L44649 inner/outer bearing,…

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Answer 4

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 5

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 6

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…

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Answer 7

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 8

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 9

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 10

Depending on how the trailer was made, there will be a few spots you can check to identify the axle. First, if the trailer was pre-made by a specific company, you may be able to find this information in either the paperwork or on a placard…

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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…

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Answer 12

Torque specs for wheel lug nuts will vary depending on the diameter of the lugs, type of lug nut and the wheel's material. The linked chart details the recommended torque for many combinations. Dexter Hub/Drum #84546UC3 has 1/2-inch studs…

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