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Post by vikx on Nov 1, 2014 9:29:03 GMT -8
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Post by Teachndad on Nov 9, 2014 13:38:32 GMT -8
Hi, I found a link that shows the old bearing, race, and grease seal numbers with the new compatible numbers. After calling around with the old number for the grease seal and nobody had it, I went to the net and this was the first hit. Compatible number webpage LInkFor anyone with a 1957 Westerner, the specific bearing numbers and grease seal numbers are below. This information is on the webpage that I link to above in this post, but it doesn't mention specific trailer manufactures. I mention it because my experience is with a 1957 Westerner. Inner grease seal:
Old Seal with felt center: TROSTEL part number 240-144-6 New Seal: National Seal Timken part number 473235 I ordered them through the local O'Reilly's for about $12 and got it same day. Rear (Inner) Bearing:
Old Bearing: BOWER USA 15123 New Bearing: SKF BR15123 Front (Outer) Bearing:
Old Bearing: BOWER USA 09067 New Bearing: SKF BR09067 I hope this helps. Rod
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Post by John Palmer on Nov 9, 2014 16:13:13 GMT -8
Axles on trailers are not specific to the trailer brand. When your dealing with sixty year old trailers you have no idea "who" made the axle under the trailer. We also have no idea if the axle is even original to the trailer. Then you need to take into consideration that axles are made in different weight ratings, and the bearings are larger (different part numbers) on the heavier duty axles.
I do not think it's good practice to replace the wheel bearings "just because" they are old. I would much rather have a good quality vintage U.S.A. made Timkin bearing and race, than anything that you will find at a convenience auto parts store today.
The key here is, that you need to remove all the parts, clean them in a good quality solvent, dry the parts, closely inspect, and then decide if they are in good condition to re-install.
When you remove your hubs for maintenance, you should write down the inner and the outer wheel bearing part numbers. Also record the grease seal number. Then go buy a extra inner and outer bearing, with a grease seal, (Note, they are really cheap). Pack the new bearings and place them into a lunch baggie. They should be placed into your trailer tool box. I can guaranty, that if you go to this safety measure, you will NEVER need them out on the road. Think of the money spent as wheel bearing insurance. LOL
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