Cleaning and Replacing Hubs and Bearings Video

After you've packed the bearings and assembled everything, carefully slide the hub assembly onto the spindle and install the outer bearing. Install the spindle and tang washer and run the spindle nut down finger tight, then rotate the hub…

When installing the castle nut on the end of the spindle, there is no specific torque rating. The nut is ran down until there is no side to side play in the hub, and then backed off to the next notch in the castle nut so the retainer can secure the…

The nut on the spindle should be tightened until snug, with no side-to-side play in the hub and then backed off slightly, about maybe a 1/8 of a turn. If the spindle uses a castle nut and cotter pin or tang nut, tighten the nut finger tight until it…

I feel our etrailer Brake Kit #AKEBRK-35-SA is a great option and many have commented on how well they stand up to the test of time. With the much lower price of our brakes over the Dexter #23-468-469 it also allows you to just replace the complete…

The TruRyde Spindle Nut #165686 has an outer measurement of 1.45 inches. You will use a 1-1/2 inch socket on this castle nut or we usually use a channel lock for these installations. I've attached a video of an installation of a hub to assist.…

There is not a torque spec on the axle nut for the Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 3,500-lb Axles - 5 on 4-1/2 #84545BX. The axle will have a castle nut that should be tightened until there is no side to side play and then backed off to the…

When installing the castle nut on the end of the spindle, there is no specific torque rating but it sounds like your might be a little too loose. The nut is ran down until there is no side to side play in the hub, and then backed off to the next…

Trailer wheel bearings are specific to the spindle that is installed on the axle that is on your trailer. You will need to safely support the trailer, remove the wheel and tire, remove the grease cap, remove the cotter pin and washer that secures the…

Are there any visible signs of wear on the magnets like exposed windings then that would indicate they need replacing. Magnets can go bad without showing visible signs of wear though. To see how to troubleshoot them check out the help article I…

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…

It is a lot easier, and sometimes even more cost-effective, to replace a complete electric drum brake assembly than to buy the individual parts needed to rebuild them. We have electric drum brakes for many axle weight capacities and in many sizes to…

EZ Lube Dust Caps, like #DC200L-DCRP, have a rubber plug that can be removed to access the zerk fitting. The rubber plug can be removed by gently prying it up with a flathead screwdriver. If your dust cap is in good condition and you want to avoid…