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Forum: Trailers & towing 12 October 2014, 18:04
Replies: 70
Views: 12,156
Posted By MrHeadsocket
Ok :) surely using spacers would foul the bearing...

Ok :) surely using spacers would foul the bearing seal though? Can anyone recommend any things I could use as spacers?
Forum: Trailers & towing 11 October 2014, 17:06
Replies: 70
Views: 12,156
Posted By MrHeadsocket
Does anyone know where I can get a set of 4" PCD...

Does anyone know where I can get a set of 4" PCD hubs fitted with sealed for life bearings thst fit a 1" diameter stub axle? Either that or a set of new stub axles with a fixing kit suitable for...
Forum: Trailers & towing 07 October 2014, 15:26
Replies: 70
Views: 12,156
Posted By MrHeadsocket
This is exactly the problem ^^^

This is exactly the problem ^^^
Forum: Trailers & towing 06 October 2014, 15:38
Replies: 70
Views: 12,156
Posted By MrHeadsocket
I am airing towards just replacing the spindles...

I am airing towards just replacing the spindles as it's cheaper than returning everything and getting sealed hubs. New spindles are about £10 each and U-bolts and other bits about £10. That way I...
Forum: Trailers & towing 04 October 2014, 10:24
Replies: 70
Views: 12,156
Posted By MrHeadsocket
I would do this but the old hubs were sealed and...

I would do this but the old hubs were sealed and so didn't have races! :( I will get some washers and use them as spacers instead :)
Forum: Trailers & towing 04 October 2014, 08:41
Replies: 70
Views: 12,156
Posted By MrHeadsocket
There washer is there as is the castle nut but I...

There washer is there as is the castle nut but I only have one washer and nut for each axle. I worked out that if the hub is pushed as far back as it will go, the dust cap will not fit on :/
Forum: Trailers & towing 04 October 2014, 07:20
Replies: 70
Views: 12,156
Posted By MrHeadsocket
Scrap 0.7mm long, they are about 1cm too long

Scrap 0.7mm long, they are about 1cm too long
Forum: Trailers & towing 04 October 2014, 07:13
Replies: 70
Views: 12,156
Posted By MrHeadsocket
Here's the picture

Here's the picture
Forum: Trailers & towing 04 October 2014, 07:13
Replies: 70
Views: 12,156
Posted By MrHeadsocket
Slight problem with regards to those bearings,...

Slight problem with regards to those bearings, they fit fine but the spindle is about 0.7mm too long!!!! (See picture) what should I do? Is there a spacer I could use?
Forum: Trailers & towing 03 October 2014, 06:55
Replies: 70
Views: 12,156
Posted By MrHeadsocket
I got everything from eBay (or is it Fleabay on...

I got everything from eBay (or is it Fleabay on here?) Just waiting for the grease to arrive and then I will fit the new bearings! I only went with normal wheel bearing grease as the trailer won't be...
Forum: Trailers & towing 02 October 2014, 19:00
Replies: 70
Views: 12,156
Posted By MrHeadsocket
Just an update. I received new hubs (4"PCD) and...

Just an update. I received new hubs (4"PCD) and taper bearings and they fit fine! I also fitted a new jockey wheel as well.
Forum: Trailers & towing 25 September 2014, 19:01
Replies: 70
Views: 12,156
Posted By MrHeadsocket
Thank you guys for all your comments! All have...

Thank you guys for all your comments! All have been extremely helpful :) I've decided to go with the 4" pcd hubs with taper bearings :) although I will clean up the spindle the best I can :)
Forum: Trailers & towing 24 September 2014, 17:15
Replies: 70
Views: 12,156
Posted By MrHeadsocket
The centre to centre measurement is 101.5mm, the...

The centre to centre measurement is 101.5mm, the wheel has 2.50A X 8H2 on it and is made by Starco (I believe) and the spindle is 25mm/1 inch :)
Forum: Trailers & towing 24 September 2014, 05:57
Replies: 70
Views: 12,156
Posted By MrHeadsocket
Thought this may help

Thought this may help
Forum: Trailers & towing 24 September 2014, 05:39
Replies: 70
Views: 12,156
Posted By MrHeadsocket
Does it matter if I replace the hub with another...

Does it matter if I replace the hub with another that is
1. Circular and not square
2. Not using sealed bearings?
Also, what difference is there between 4" PCD and 100mm PCD?
Forum: Trailers & towing 23 September 2014, 18:18
Replies: 70
Views: 12,156
Posted By MrHeadsocket
Dimensions

Dimensions
Forum: Trailers & towing 23 September 2014, 17:42
Replies: 70
Views: 12,156
Posted By MrHeadsocket
Anyone know where I can get new hubs and...

Anyone know where I can get new hubs and bearings? The spindles are actually fine thankfully! :) the measurements for the hubs are 100mm by 100mm and the spindle is an inch in diameter. I don't know...
Forum: Trailers & towing 23 September 2014, 06:55
Replies: 70
Views: 12,156
Posted By MrHeadsocket
I will post pictures of the hubs tonight, but...

I will post pictures of the hubs tonight, but they are a bit rusty and have a few dents etc in them. I will look at both replacement hubs and another trailer, although I will have to sort the engine...
Forum: Trailers & towing 22 September 2014, 17:02
Replies: 70
Views: 12,156
Posted By MrHeadsocket
I planned on replacing the bearings and hubs...

I planned on replacing the bearings and hubs before I did anything :)
Forum: Trailers & towing 22 September 2014, 15:37
Replies: 70
Views: 12,156
Posted By MrHeadsocket
Cheers for your replies! It may be that I have to...

Cheers for your replies! It may be that I have to rebuild the trailer and add bunks for now and get a new trailer next year as I'm possibly facing a costly engine rebuild! :( will post a design or...
Forum: Trailers & towing 21 September 2014, 19:06
Replies: 70
Views: 12,156
Posted By MrHeadsocket
Best Trailer for SIB? Bunked or Roller?

Hi guys. I have a rather old bunked trailer (converted to a flat wooden base that the SIB sits on) that is getting towards the end of its life. The bearings are shot (and sound awful), the hubs are...
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