What is D washer?
D-washers provide a flat bearing surface and are used under the head of a bolt and / or a nut to disperse loads as well as prevent the washer from turning in the application. They are generally mounted with the flat edge of the washer facing a flat surface or recessed hole.
Do I need a spindle washer?
Yes, there should be a washer of some type between the spindle nut and the bearing on your trailer. The washer protects the back side of the bearing from the edges and points on the back side of the spindle nut. There are several types of spindle washers available depending on the spindle configuration on your trailer.
What is a number 42 spindle?
This is referred to as a #42 Trailer Spindle, which features a 1 1/4″ Bearing Surface and a 1 3/4″ Bearing Surface. You can see the product pictures for exact dimensions of this Spindle. This Spindle includes the Spindle Washer, Castle Nut, and cotter pin.
What size is a trailer axle nut?
This is 1″ – 14 thread standard castle nut that will work on nearly all trailer axles. This size and thread is very standard.
What is the use of taper washer?
Taper washers are designed to be used on channel sections, underneath nuts with tapered flanges to enable the bolt assembly to fit square when tightened.
How does a spindle nut retainer work?
After you have your hub and bearings on your spindle you will then put on the washer, then the nut, and then the nut retainer (yellow piece) from the Nut Kit # RG05-100. The nut retainer helps to keep the nut from backing off and, ultimately, your hub.
What is a 84 spindle?
This is a Weld in Trailer Spindle that will accommodate a 3500 lb Straight Trailer axle Beam and corresponding wheel bearings. This Spindle is referred to as a #84 Spindle, using a 1 3/8″ ID Inner Wheel Bearing and a 1 1/16″ ID Outer Wheel Bearing. Additionally, this Spindle uses the standard 1.72″ ID Seal Surface.
What size is a trailer spindle nut?
This is 1″ – 14 thread standard castle nut that will work on nearly all trailer axles. This size and thread is very standard. The Castle style is used with both Cotter Pins and Tang Washers to secure your assembly effectively.