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For a Dexter EZ Lube Spindle 5,200 lb capacity part #8-201-9UC3-EZ the bearings needed are #25580 and #15123. We have a bearing kit that has these as well plus the races and a new seal #BK3-110.

The Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System - Proportional #BLU37TR needs power for proper function, so it does require a direct connection to your battery which isn't an issue on your 2015 Ford Flex. Some vehicle require a separate connection to…

I did some checking and it looks like your 2014 Ram 3500 is flat towable as-is without any speed or distance restrictions as long as you follow the procedures outlined in the owners manual of your truck. First thing you'd need to flat tow your…

GM states in the owner's manual that to recreationally tow the vehicle, the negative battery cable must be disconnected. The owner's manual doesn't list a specific reason, it only states that failure to do so could damage the vehicle. The…

Typically when building a tandem axle trailer I recommend using either the #APT3 or #APT5 Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit. These are the most common kits used for utility trailers and parts are readily available. The #APT5 kit is by far the most…

Based on the bearings you gave, that is either a 5,200 lb or 6,000 lb axle, but it's not possible for me to know specifically, that's just the capacities of the hubs that have those bearings. Realistically, to get the exact capacity…

Yes, the Karrier ST225/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire #AM10303 will work perfectly with the Dexstar Conventional Steel Wheel #AM20514. This Darrier tire is compatible with 15" x 6" wheels like this and will provide you with an excellent setup…

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…

Brakes can be installed on only one axle of a tandem axle trailer, however you should first check your state laws to see how many brakes are required for the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of your tandem axle trailer. Some states require a…

The general rule when building a trailer is there should be a 60/40 percent split in weight when centering the axle. Sixty percent of the trailer weight should be placed forward of the axle for proper tongue weight. I can break this down for you. To…

The 60/40 axle placement formula is a great starting point and does take into account the tongue of the trailer from where the trailer sits on the hitch ball. Please keep in mind that this is a very basic formula or estimate for axle placement. For a…

To determine if there are compatible hubs and associated bearings to replace your current hubs to a more standard size you will have to take several precise measurements on the spindle of your axle. It is recommended to use a set of dial calipers to…