Harbor Freight Utility Trailer Bearing Replacement

[@MrFredsDIY]

Changing bearings is a simple process! They NEEDED IT! 🟣Follow me on Instagram: instagram.com/mrfredsdiy/ Affiliate🔗Bearingsamzn.to/3acjrjR

[@jilxjilxerson]

I just had my wheel smoke on my last use of this trailer. I thought I was dead in the water not sure what to do. After watching your video this empowered me to take a part my wheel and bearings and I just ordered the replacement through your link! Thank you so much!

[@Carguyforlife]

Excellent video! Nice work on the delivery and audio was great. Most DIY videos do not seem to put effort into that aspect and it makes a big difference. I have the 1195 LB trailer and it's worth its weight in gold.

[@joeanybudy3335]

I have a 12 year old harbor freight trailer that I use weekly. Use grease gun on fittings every few years. Never had a problem with bearings.

[@robertfolk4583]

Great video. I agree that if the races are still in good shape, just reuse them. Assuming the races are not rusty/pitted/scored etc, they are a bit of a pain to swap. Renting the bearing/race punch tool makes the job easier, as well as throwing the races in the freezer overnight. The new Xike bearings in the kit are definitely well made. I swapped mine after 8 years of neglect, It was time to upgrade before the inevitable happened. Thanks for the instructions. Cheers

[@robertmedina6105]

Excellent tips and narration!

[@acjmathis]

This man is smooth.

[@guyh.4553]

Very good video. I have the same trailer, the 1,720 lbs one. I forgot just how easy it is to put the bearings in. Soon to be another project for me! LOL! 😂😂 I'm saving this one.

[@stanpeterson8273]

Always replace the races with new bearings. Other than that it was a good video.

[@PennyKimball-tg9my]

What's a race?

[@stanpeterson8273]

@@PennyKimball-tg9my that’s the ring the bearing rides in.

[@thezfunk]

How do you get the race out? Do you need a press for that?

[@stanpeterson8273]

@@thezfunk You can use a punch and hammer to remove it. To replace the race you can use a race driver made specifically for this or a piece of brass/aluminum that’s the same diameter to drive the new one in and a brass pinch to finish seating it. One has to be very careful using this method so the new race and bore do not get damaged.

[@rogerhamm6921]

Thanks for another great video Fred! It is always a good idea to maintain your hubs. Especially went you submerge them in water. Nice work!

[@MrFredsDIY]

Thanks for watching and the kind words!

[@HeAdChEeSe1983]

Thanks for the video. I have ordered one of these trailers and am going to repack the bearings so this video helps. Thank you for setting up a link to the right size replacement bearings. I will buy those when the time comes

[@ROgletree]

Excellent video. Thanks.

[@serviceproper]

Hey man thanks for the video. I’m just finishing this trailer and noticed I can’t push the hub assembly over the inner metal lip on the spindle so the hub touches that little black square. Is it supposed to be touching?

[@brandoncisneros9907]

Great vid. Thanks

[@troyc333]

That is what you are suppose to do. Repack the bearings every year. However, most people don't seem to do this. I bought a 2 yr old trailer and the previous owner said he never did it. The wheels are very hard to turn and I've decided to replace the bearings and seals because they are probably damaged at this point.

[@robertgary3561]

I certainly don’t but I inspect them. Same on aircraft.

[@craigtriacca3967]

You should always replace the race when replacing bearings and also put grease on the spindal before putting the hub back on.but other then that great video. Thanks

[@robertmedina6105]

What part is the race? Thank you.

[@robertgary3561]

@@robertmedina6105they come with the bearing. 30205

[@Jakelee99]

What size is the axle I need to get new hubs for mine it’s a 4 lug nut the stock one what to know the size so I know what hubs to buy

[@joederue2392]

As a hanger door mechanic you should always change your race with new bearings. And always replace with new seals.

[@nicksklenicka8926]

Thanks!

[@wonderfulworld5134]

The water gets in, possibly from the inner seal and rusts the bearings. Harbor Freight could get the edge on this design improvement with a seal like a pump seal with a spring and two ceramic facings sealing the water getting in. Thousands of us have this rust problem until the trailer jumps when the wheels do not spin. Thanks for the D.I.Y. advice my friend.

[@rickmasseur2008]

Great vid! Were the 4-year old bearings the ones that came with the trailer? I just bought the smaller one, and not sure if I need to do anything with the bearings right away.

[@MrFredsDIY]

Yes, the four-year-old bearings were the original ones. Because I use my trailer for my boat I repack them with grease every season. If you repack your bearings regularly, you will be able to keep an eye on any wear that occurs. Thanks for checking out the video!

[@irockthefosgate817]

Will this fit the heavy duty harbor freight trailer as well ?

[@MrFredsDIY]

The trailer in this video is the heavy duty version.

[@irockthefosgate817]

@@MrFredsDIY the trailer in the video has a 5 lug wheel and I believe those are the super duty trailers, and the heavy duty comes in 4 lug wheels. Correct me if I’m wrong but it shows that on their site also I believe.

[@PennyKimball-tg9my]

I am restoring an old one of these. I can't even get the hub off. Any suggestions?

[@rosswitte]

Thank you for this video. Is this the 1000 pound trailer or the 1750?

[@MrFredsDIY]

Thanks for commenting! This one is the 1750.

[@jerrettkw]

How did you mount 4 way and Jack under trailer

[@MrFredsDIY]

I used heavy duty spring clips like these: amzn.to/3JK4Gaf thanks watching!

[@troyc333]

The way I move stuff around in my Amazon cart and delete stuff etc. I had to come back to this page and click on the links again so you get credit for the purchases. I'm wondering if the buddy bearings are really worth it or if you've ever tried them.

[@MrFredsDIY]

I have not tried them and I too have wondered if they’re worth trying. Thanks for commenting!

[@georgecurtis6463]

I dont get it. Did the bearing kit come with races? If not, why ? Replacing bearings always includes races.

[@Infantry4Life.WarFighters]

I just picked up one. What is the true speed rating of the trailer and wheels? It looks like you update the tires?

[@johnkrauchunas483]

Would these bearing fit a 1 inch axle with a 2 inch bore on the hub ?

[@yutsquirrel3929]

Great video! whats the speed rating on those Carlisle tires?

[@MrFredsDIY]

Thanks for checking out the video! The Carlise tires are rated for 81 miles an hour. Be sure to check out this video for all of my trailer mind including the tires.▶️kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3rYko1sm9mLeJI

[@yutsquirrel3929]

Thanks!

[@davidramirezoutdoors]

Nice video. Thanks

[@JavierPadro-w3f]

I got a question where can I purchase the hubs

[@michaeljohnson1457]

I torque my castle nut to 22 ft lbs and then I turn hub back and forth a few times to seat my bearings and then I loosen castle nut up all the way and then tighten by hand until snug and then I put the cotter pin in the closest hole. I haven't had any trouble doing it this way and it takes any guess work out f the job.

[@gonebyrv9748]

Just curious why you decided not to go with a product such as the Bearing Buddy.

[@MrFredsDIY]

When I bought this trailer I couldn’t find them for Harbor Freight trailers. My understanding is that they may available now. I am getting ready to purchase a second trailer and film lots of mods. If I can find Bearing Buddies for the model then I will include them!

[@gonebyrv9748]

@@MrFredsDIY check out bearing buddy #2047.

[@sz4179]

thank you for showing the seal installation! and the rest too, But, the Affiliate link is to 30205 but 30205 bearings do NOT replace L44643 bearing and L44610 race on my red folding Harbor freight trailer. fyi... I now have 4 30205 bearings. what kind of trailer do they fit?? im a pro at trailer refurb after all these YT videos, lol.

[@MrFredsDIY]

Which model of trailer do you have?

[@ETXWheelsinMotion]

Do you know by chance what size the castle nut is on the axle. If it’s a 13/16, 7/8” or 1” I have the same trailer axle and one is missing a castle but and I don’t know what size it is.

[@dennishill8318]

If the rollers were pitted then the outer cone or race of the bearing will probably also be damaged. The bearing set should have come with "cones and cups" or bearings and races and both need to be changed together. Unless, of course, there are no replaceable outer races in the hubs..... Apart from that, an excellent video!

[@67goodoleboy67]

I bought the new bearings. I noticed they came with the new race. Should I change that or how do you, or is the old one good enough? Thank you

[@MrFredsDIY]

Some folks change them and others do not.. Mine looked good so I didn’t change them. Thanks for watching!

[@testtesting2868]

The race MATCHES the new bearings. They work as a unit. Always replace the races with the bearings. Would you replace a brake rotor with old brake pads?

[@MrFredsDIY]

I have replaced dozens of bearings without replacing the race, all without incident. I have also replaced many races that have shown signs of wear. If always replacing races with bearings is important to folks then that is certainly something they should do. If a race look fine I do not replace it.

[@drumsxo]

Does anyone know if that bearing kit will fit the 40x48 HF trailer?

[@MrFredsDIY]

Look at your bearings. On the back race it will be stamped with the size numbers. If they are 30205 then these bearings are correct. Good luck with your project!

[@nvmcrider8475]

nicely done and good job on the editing. Did you change the bearing race also?

[@kingpaulf]

I've watched a bunch of videos of people changing the bearings on Harbor Freight trailers and nobody mentions the races! The kit he links to on Amazon shows the races come with the kit and one of mine was not a perfectly shiny surface, even though it felt perfectly smooth. I used a brass drift to drive out the reaces and ordered the kit with everything. So far the hardest part of the job is getting the old races out, but I expect putting in the new ones will be a real pain.

[@MrFredsDIY]

Good luck with your project! My races were not horrible so I did not attempt a replacement although as you mentioned, this kit comes with new races!

[@farmerjim-fat-man-do]

A race driver makes installing and removing much easier. www.harborfreight.com/bearing-race-and-seal-driver-set-10-pc-63261.html

[@benkanobe7500]

My second time watching this great video. I finally have mine and am assembling as I watch. Where is the link to the upgraded (larger) tire/wheel combination? What difference did you really experience between the tire/wheel change and going to a radial? Thank you!!!!

[@MrFredsDIY]

Thanks for checking the video out. Here is the setup I am using for Wheels & Tires ☑️13” Wheels-amzn.to/37kcdvE ☑️13” Carlisle Trailer Tires amzn.to/3IZCvUq ☑️5mm Wheel Spacers-amzn.to/3K9VvOe (I used spacers to keep my tires away from my fender brackets) Also, here is a video with all of my trailer mods Harbor Freight Folding Trailer kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3rYko1sm9mLeJI

[@jamesholland1727]

@@MrFredsDIY - Tire Link no Longer works

[@MrFredsDIY]

Thanks for the heads up! I just fixed the link!

[@robertbailie9382]

I’ve never replaced bearings on my HF trailer. I wish you would have clearly shown which direction the bearings are loaded, if it makes a difference.

[@robertbailie9382]

Correction, not bearings- risers. And does it matter if the riser ends got chipped when tapping them in?

[@SOLDIERx4xCHRIST]

Just bought the same trailer should I change the grease that comes in it new?

[@MrFredsDIY]

That’s a good question… Some would say yes and others say that the “new” grease HF uses is good enough. Me personally, I would clean everything and change it to a premium grease. Also I use my trailer for my little boat so I use marine grease. Also mixing grease should be avoided. Thank You for the view!

[@SOLDIERx4xCHRIST]

I probably watched 100 videos on this trailer. I have a hobie pro angler 14. It's pretty difficult getting it into the bed of my truck so I'm pretty excited about being able to back the trailer into the lake/river. I heard whet you said about using marine grease. Best I could find was waterproof it had a picture of a boat on a trailer so I hope it's good enough.

[@MrFredsDIY]

@@SOLDIERx4xCHRIST sounds like it’ll do!

[@Dawg1z]

What’s the speed rating for your trailer/tires. I have the 4 lug tires and would like to upgrade to the 5 for highway speeds.

[@MrFredsDIY]

There could be 13” 4 lug rims but I’m not sure. The 13” Carlisle Trailer Tires are rated for 81mph. amzn.to/3xo3RhV Thanks for watching

[@Dawg1z]

@@MrFredsDIY They’re 12 inch with a load rating of 72N. This should be 355 kg and 87 MPH. Thanks for the link to the bearing kit. Been looking all over for them.

[@prawnstar502]

arent those hubs upgraded too tho?!?

[@MrFredsDIY]

Nope, those are the hubs that came with the trailer. It’s the 1720LB model 62647. Thanks for sharing your question!

[@elboregojhb]

do they have the same bearing inside and outside?

[@MrFredsDIY]

Yes, they have the same number.

[@davidl7672]

the xike bearings come with grease seals, but you have a link for another set of seals. Are the ones that come with the bearings incompatible? or did you give us a listing for just the seals if we kept our original bearings?

[@MrFredsDIY]

Thanks for watching the video. At 3:98 I explain that I like to have a back up set of seals. The seals in the kit work fine.

[@davidl7672]

@@MrFredsDIY Great! thanks! this video was super helpful.

[@momedicine3357]

Nice video, I'm looking to get one of these trailers soon. Were those the stock bearing that the trailer came with? Just asking because I've seen a lot of people that get this trailer and immediately upgrade the bearings.

[@MrFredsDIY]

I ran with the stock bearings for a few years and they held up. An upgrade is probably worth the time and the money! Thanks for watching!

[@billwiley7216]

Not replacing the bearing races when you replace the bearings is a job not done correctly. Why do you think the replacement bearing set also comes with the races which you failed to show or mention at all? Just like a chain and sprocket set wear in together the same goes for the bearing rollers and the race they ride in! ALWAYS replace the race when you replace the bearings.

[@farmerjim-fat-man-do]

Yes, you should replace race. Especially when going to a different brand bearing. Bearings may be the same size but different manufacturers may use slightly different angles on rollers and and races. I have seen this problem several times in differentials rebuilt at home cause owner didn’t replace the race.

[@thezfunk]

How do you replace the race?

[@marsmars9130]

IDK? the outer part of the spindle looked pretty gouged!

[@67goodoleboy67]

Can you drop the wheel and tire link?

[@MrFredsDIY]

Here are the wheel, tire & spacer links. Wheels & Tires ☑️13” Wheels-amzn.to/37kcdvE ☑️13” Carlisle Trailer Tires amzn.to/3bVCH9B ☑️5mm Wheel Spacers-amzn.to/

[@67goodoleboy67]

@@MrFredsDIY Thanks brother!

[@williamandjacklynnscott5317]

Where's the link for the bearings?

[@MrFredsDIY]

Thanks for watching! There is a link in the description. Here is the link ➡️ Check this out! a.co/d/g85076Y

[@johnkrauchunas483]

If my hub is 2 inches in diameter and my axle is a 1in axle will these bearings fit

[@briangoodyear6348]

Great video. Did your trailer come with 5 lug hubs or did you purchase those separately? I have the 4x8 HF 1195lb. with 4.8x12 four lug but would like bigger tires like yours. Also, would these bearings work on my trailer?

[@MrFredsDIY]

Thanks for watching the video! The 5 lug hubs are what came with the trailer, it’s the 1720 lb trailer. I’m not sure if your bearings are the same as the bearings on my trailer. You can pull the dust cover off of one side, and look at the front bearing. If the numbers are 30205 then they are the same. The rear seal should also have numbers. Mine are 30-52-10, 30mm 52mm 10mm. Good luck with your project!

[@robertgary3561]

What’s the point of changing the bearing and putting them on old races? The pitted bearings had pitted races and now the new bearings are running on them

[@testtesting2868]

You took the time to replace the bearings but not the races? If your bearings are showing signs of wear, the mating surface (race) is wearing too. Not a good instructional video.

[@MrFredsDIY]

Thanks for watching! I also replace brake pads without turning rotors. Difference in opinion.

[@ratoneJR]

you did not maintain your hubs. hope your maint is better now

[@badgorilla]

He said at 4:04 he packs the bearings every year…

[@ratoneJR]

@@badgorilla If you think his maint. is adequate, please explain the bearing corrosion. Improper grease, lube schedule?

[@badgorilla]

@@ratoneJR it sounds like you enjoy bananas. I like bananas…

[@ratoneJR]

@@badgorilla lol