Lippert Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly Installation Video

Many times Dexter hubs will fit on a Lippert axle, but Lippert does have a few axles out there with special spindle sizes. Every Lippert axle comes with a tag or plate on the axle that gives a serial number or NV number. If you can give me that…

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…

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

Lug Nut torque for the Aluminum Trailer Wheel #AM22654 will be between 90 and 100 foot lbs torque based on the 1/2 x 20 wheel studs and 15 inch aluminum wheels. Because the wheel bolt holes are reinforced with the improved clamp force technology, I…

Some of the Dexter hub/drum assemblies are rated for 5200 lb axles and some are rated for 5200 to 7000 lb axles. The only difference is bolt pattern. There are 6 on 5-1/2 assemblies that will only be compatible with 5200 lbs where the 8 on 6-1/2 inch…

The correct set of replacement brake assemblies for your AxleTek 12 inch assemblies is the kit part #AKEBRK-7-SA that you referenced. This kit is a pair of left and right assemblies that are an exact match to what you have that are also self…

We usually recommend replacing an entire trailer drum brake assembly, rather than individual parts like brake shoes, since the cost is not much more. This gives you a brand new complete brake and avoids the potential for having to tear them down…

Not all bearings are created equal, but you would be hard-pressed to find one that is vastly superior than another. Whether it is TruRyde, Timken, or some other brand, if the bearings are properly maintained, used in the correct hub, and within the…

Sure can, and the correct replacement hub and drum for your trailer with a Lippert 7,000 lb axle and 8 on 6-1/2" bolt pattern is the following: - Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 7,000-lb Axles #LC53UD

We do have hubs that will work with a 42 spindle for your trailer. In order to find a hub for your spindle that will handle a 17-1/2 inch wheel and tire I recommend a hub like part #AKHD-865-7-2-K. This hub has an 8 on 6-1/2 wheel bolt pattern and…

The Dexstar Steel Mini Mod Trailer Wheel #AM20794 will work for your 8120 featherlight stock trailer if your existing rims are 16 inch by 6 inch and have a bolt pattern of 8 on 6-1/2. I will attach a link below showing how to measure your bolt…