{"product_id":"grepspud-5x4-5-trailer-hub-kit-for-3500-lb-trailers-1-1-16-to-1-3-8-tapered-ez-lube-spindle-pre-greased-bearings","title":"GREPSPUD 5x4.5 Trailer Hub Kit for 3500 lb Trailers — 1-1\/16\" to 1-3\/8\" Tapered EZ-Lube Spindle, Pre-Greased Bearings","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGREPSPUD 5x4.5 Trailer Hub Kit is a complete, pre-lubricated replacement hub assembly built to fit 3500 lb trailers with 1-1\/16\" to 1-3\/8\" tapered EZ-Lube axles (not for straight spindles).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit supplies everything needed to restore a trailer wheel end: hubs with pre-installed bearings and seals, grease-ready components, dust caps, and mounting hardware. Designed for EZ-Lube #84 spindle applications that accept L44649 outer bearings and L68149 inner bearings, the assembly arrives corrosion-resistant and ready for installation so you can minimize downtime and avoid a parts run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this hub kit fit my trailer axle and bearings?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm fit by checking your axle taper and bearing part numbers. This GREPSPUD kit is engineered for 1-1\/16\" to 1-3\/8\" tapered EZ-Lube spindles and matches the L44649 outer and L68149 inner bearings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFits 3500 lb trailer axles with EZ-Lube #84 spindles only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with L44649 (outer) and L68149 (inner) bearings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNot compatible with straight spindles — measure spindle taper before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWheel bolt pattern: 5 x 4.5 (measure from outermost hole edge to center of opposite hole).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much assembly is required and what comes prepped?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hubs come with bearings and grease seals pre-assembled and lubricated, so most of the time you can install directly onto the spindle. Remaining hardware is included and organized to speed up installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBearings and seals pre-greased and mounted in the hub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncluded: dust caps, mounting nuts\/bolts, and any small hardware needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSimple tools required: hammer or rubber mallet, wood block for dust cap seating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFollow torque and bearing preload steps specific to your axle for safe operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat durability and corrosion protection does this kit offer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGREPSPUD hubs are manufactured from heavy-duty steel with a protective black coating, and dust caps are zinc-plated to resist rust. Bearings are precision-made for reduced friction and longer service life under typical towing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlack-coated hub surfaces for corrosion resistance and wear protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eZinc-plated dust caps add extra rust protection at the hub face.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh-precision bearings designed for low noise and smoother rotation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSturdy packaging minimizes transportation damage to preserve part integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre there any special installation notes or tips?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe axle dust cap is intentionally slightly oversized; seat it with a wood block and hammer or a rubber mallet to avoid denting. Verify bolt pattern measurements and spindle compatibility before beginning work to prevent delays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse a wood block or rubber mallet to drive the dust cap in place without deformation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeasure 5x4.5 bolt pattern from outer hole edge to opposite hole center to confirm fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCheck spindle type (tapered EZ-Lube #84) to ensure correct application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInspect grease and bearing preload after first short trip to confirm proper seating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: The GREPSPUD 5x4.5 Trailer Hub Kit is ideal for DIYers, fleet maintainers, and weekend haulers who need a reliable, ready-to-install wheel hub assembly for 3500 lb trailers with tapered EZ-Lube spindles. If you maintain a utility trailer, boat trailer, or small travel trailer and need a corrosion-resistant, pre-lubricated hub with correct bearing fitment, this kit provides the parts and protection required to get back on the road quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does this hub kit work with straight spindles?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No. This kit is made for tapered EZ-Lube #84 spindles only, not straight spindles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Are bearings and seals pre-greased?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Bearings and seals come pre-assembled and lubricated for immediate installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"GREPSPUD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48084037271710,"sku":"B0D8HR3N2K","price":99.48,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/2041\/9486\/files\/grepspud-hub-front-face.jpg?v=1785844404","url":"https:\/\/northtrailauto.ca\/products\/grepspud-5x4-5-trailer-hub-kit-for-3500-lb-trailers-1-1-16-to-1-3-8-tapered-ez-lube-spindle-pre-greased-bearings","provider":"North Trail Auto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}