{"title":"8K or 8,000 Lbs Axle Parts","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"50\" data-end=\"502\"\u003eWe stock a large inventory of trailer parts, but with \u003cstrong data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"835\"\u003ethousands of additional parts not yet listed online\u003c\/strong\u003e, don’t worry if you can’t find what you need on our website. Simply send us an email at \u003cstrong data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"955\"\u003e\u003ca data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"953\" class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOrders@HighwayTrailerCo.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, and our team will quickly provide pricing and availability for the parts you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"50\" data-end=\"502\"\u003eThe\u003cstrong data-start=\"54\" data-end=\"78\"\u003e 8,000 lb axle\u003c\/strong\u003e is commonly found on heavy-duty equipment trailers, goosenecks, dump trailers, flatbeds, and commercial hauling applications. Because 8K axles handle heavier loads, they often use larger bearings, brakes, and hub assemblies than lighter-duty axles. However, \u003cstrong data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"397\"\u003enot all Dexter 8K axles use the same brake and hub setup\u003c\/strong\u003e. Some use \u003cstrong data-start=\"408\" data-end=\"427\"\u003e12\" x 2\" brakes\u003c\/strong\u003e, while others use \u003cstrong data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"467\"\u003e12¼\" x 3⅜\" brakes\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"471\" data-end=\"501\"\u003e12\" x 2.5\" hub\/drum setups\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"568\"\u003eHere are the most common parts found on Dexter 8K trailer axles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"164lyyl\" data-start=\"570\" data-end=\"584\"\u003e1. Bearings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"620\"\u003eMost Dexter 8K axles commonly use:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"673\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"640\"\u003eInner Bearing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25580\u003cbr data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"649\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"667\"\u003eOuter Bearing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 02475\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"675\" data-end=\"770\"\u003eThese heavy-duty bearings are designed to support larger loads and demanding towing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"848\"\u003eRoutine greasing and inspection help prevent premature wear and overheating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"imfckl\" data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"867\"\u003e2. Grease Seal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"918\"\u003eA common grease seal for many Dexter 8K axles is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"943\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"941\"\u003e8-288 Grease Seal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"993\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ypwypk\" data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"969\"\u003e2.250\" inner diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19q57sr\" data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"993\"\u003e3.376\" outer diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003eAlways verify seal size before ordering, especially on oil bath applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14udquv\" data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003e3. Hub \u0026amp; Drum Assemblies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003eMost Dexter 8K axles use:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"adyq69\" data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003e8 on 6.5 bolt pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qma4h3\" data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003eHeavy-duty hub \u0026amp; drum combinations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1231exw\" data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003eGrease or oil bath configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1293\"\u003eHowever, brake and drum sizes vary by axle configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1xboea9\" data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e8K Axles with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003e12\" x 2\" Brakes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003eSome Dexter 8K axles use:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003e12\" x 2\" electric brake assemblies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003eThese setups are commonly similar to heavier 7K axle configurations and often include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ilug4u\" data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1507\"\u003e8-lug hub\/drums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yixpy5\" data-start=\"1508\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003e5-bolt brake flange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xzeozh\" data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003eGrease-packed bearings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1wbnoi2\" data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e8K Axles with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003e12\" x 2.5\" Brakes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003eOther Dexter 8K axles use:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003e12\" x 2.5\" electric brake assemblies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1668\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003eThese heavier-duty brake systems provide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"h5u1fr\" data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1740\"\u003eIncreased braking surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ivy5eu\" data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1774\"\u003eImproved stopping performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2qnvcx\" data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003eLarger hub\/drum assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003eThese are commonly found on heavier equipment trailers and commercial applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"19ata8g\" data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"1929\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e8K Axles with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"1929\"\u003e12¼\" x 3⅜\" Brakes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"1966\"\u003eSome heavy-duty Dexter 8K axles use:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"1998\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"1998\"\u003e12¼\" x 3⅜\" electric brakes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2000\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003eThese setups are more common on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2123\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gcvemp\" data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003eHeavy commercial trailers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fahbv8\" data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2088\"\u003eOil bath hub systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"q6f8he\" data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2123\"\u003eSevere-duty hauling applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"13docnm\" data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2154\"\u003e4. Brake Drums \u0026amp; Hub Sizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2156\" data-end=\"2209\"\u003eDepending on axle setup, common drum options include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2211\" data-end=\"2300\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1f5ks6k\" data-start=\"2211\" data-end=\"2237\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2213\" data-end=\"2235\"\u003e12\" x 2\" hub\/drums\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ba1p1z\" data-start=\"2238\" data-end=\"2266\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2240\" data-end=\"2264\"\u003e12\" x 2.5\" hub\/drums\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nqf5yn\" data-start=\"2267\" data-end=\"2300\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2300\"\u003e12¼\" x 3⅜\" heavy-duty drums\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2302\" data-end=\"2382\"\u003eThis is why measuring brakes or checking axle tags is important before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1md9alb\" data-start=\"2384\" data-end=\"2411\"\u003e5. Oil Caps or Dust Caps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2413\" data-end=\"2441\"\u003eDexter 8K axles may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2519\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xgy0tx\" data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2467\"\u003eStandard grease caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"y7vyvc\" data-start=\"2468\" data-end=\"2484\"\u003eEZ Lube caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1k6wy74\" data-start=\"2485\" data-end=\"2519\"\u003eOil bath caps with sight windows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2521\" data-end=\"2578\"\u003eOil bath hubs are common on many heavier 8K applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"wgov78\" data-start=\"2580\" data-end=\"2607\"\u003e6. Suspension Components\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2609\" data-end=\"2643\"\u003eMany tandem 8K trailer setups use:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2645\" data-end=\"2747\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xkp6ty\" data-start=\"2645\" data-end=\"2672\"\u003eHeavy-duty leaf springs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1p2d9ar\" data-start=\"2673\" data-end=\"2687\"\u003eEqualizers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vu2jvi\" data-start=\"2688\" data-end=\"2705\"\u003eWet bolt kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ihqawp\" data-start=\"2706\" data-end=\"2725\"\u003eBronze bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nzvxgy\" data-start=\"2726\" data-end=\"2747\"\u003eHeavy-duty shackles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2749\" data-end=\"2822\"\u003eWorn suspension parts can contribute to poor towing and uneven tire wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14wrx1p\" data-start=\"2824\" data-end=\"2842\"\u003e7. Spindle Type\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2844\" data-end=\"2920\"\u003eMany Dexter 8K axles use a heavy-duty spindle configuration that determines:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2922\" data-end=\"3002\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dvak7p\" data-start=\"2922\" data-end=\"2941\"\u003eBearing fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tqk5py\" data-start=\"2942\" data-end=\"2955\"\u003eSeal size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1unh81l\" data-start=\"2956\" data-end=\"2977\"\u003eHub compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1u75hls\" data-start=\"2978\" data-end=\"3002\"\u003eBrake assembly fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3004\" data-end=\"3081\"\u003eChecking bearing numbers is one of the most accurate ways to confirm fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"15q9pip\" data-start=\"3083\" data-end=\"3115\"\u003eCommon Replacement Wear Items\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3117\" data-end=\"3166\"\u003eThe most commonly replaced 8K axle parts include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3168\" data-end=\"3320\"\u003e✔ Bearings \u0026amp; races\u003cbr data-start=\"3186\" data-end=\"3189\"\u003e✔ Grease or oil seals\u003cbr data-start=\"3210\" data-end=\"3213\"\u003e✔ Brake assemblies\u003cbr data-start=\"3231\" data-end=\"3234\"\u003e✔ Hub\/drum assemblies\u003cbr data-start=\"3255\" data-end=\"3258\"\u003e✔ Brake magnets\u003cbr data-start=\"3273\" data-end=\"3276\"\u003e✔ Oil caps \u0026amp; gaskets\u003cbr data-start=\"3296\" data-end=\"3299\"\u003e✔ Suspension hardware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1u32ruc\" data-start=\"3322\" data-end=\"3354\"\u003eAlways Verify Before Ordering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3356\" data-end=\"3446\"\u003eBecause \u003cstrong data-start=\"3364\" data-end=\"3429\"\u003eDexter 8K axles can use multiple brake and hub configurations\u003c\/strong\u003e, always confirm:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3448\" data-end=\"3612\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bw2sql\" data-start=\"3448\" data-end=\"3504\"\u003eBrake size (\u003cstrong data-start=\"3462\" data-end=\"3501\"\u003e12\" x 2\", 12\" x 2.5\", or 12¼\" x 3⅜\"\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1u273l8\" data-start=\"3505\" data-end=\"3524\"\u003eBearing numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tqk5py\" data-start=\"3525\" data-end=\"3538\"\u003eSeal size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12ibmzl\" data-start=\"3539\" data-end=\"3572\"\u003eHub type (oil bath or grease)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"f42ulx\" data-start=\"3573\" data-end=\"3589\"\u003eBolt pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1srrn3a\" data-start=\"3590\" data-end=\"3612\"\u003eAxle tag information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3614\" data-end=\"3662\"\u003eSmall differences matter and can affect fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3664\" data-end=\"3867\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eAt Highway Trailer Company, we carry a wide selection of Dexter 8K axle parts including bearings, seals, hub\/drums, brakes, oil bath components, and suspension parts to help keep your trailer road-ready.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/0334\/6078\/collections\/Coming_Soon_e6900372-5350-4d90-a9c4-52a1c9fadff5.png?v=1780160081","url":"https:\/\/highwaytrailerco.com\/collections\/8k-or-8-000-lbs-axle-parts.oembed","provider":"Highway Trailer Company LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}