Upgrading to larger wheels has the advantage of making bearings last longer due to slightly lower RPM. And don't forget to wear disposable gloves so you save yourself time from constantly washing your hands.
Didn't hear you talk about the diameter of the hubs. On that 1.06 spindle there are 2 available hubs, one for 8"&12" wheels and a wider one for 13" wheels. You need proper back up for wheel and hub to work properly.
this was a great video. very clear and concise. going to have to save this one. i just had my springs break and lost the axle. i got some new springs and lights and put it back together. thought about replacing the hubs so this was a great tutorial. thanks for sharing.
If the hubs were still in good shape, I think I would have chosen to just use a four bolt 12" wheel/tire configuration; only 1" difference, and still a pretty nice upgrade.
When I dont know the history of the parts or how the previous owner was with maintenance, I prefer to just start over. Nothing in this project was expensive
Can someone educate me the advantage of going from 4 to 5 bolts. I just purchased a motorcycle trailer and it's a 4 bolt. The wheels are on the skinny side though
@@MrNoneURBusinesssorry this bit was from years ago. All my info is in the video description. Beyond that, that’s all I’ve got. Best of luck with your project
Isn't taking the wheel off unnecessary if you're replacing the hubs and wheels? Couldn't you just get the castle nut off and yank the wheel and hub off all at once?
I was wondering if i could do this with my 4.8/12 wheels to 14 in wheels? Don't care if i have to modify/ fenders. Just want trailer to thave more stability?
Thank you for this! I also need to do the same to my trailer. Looks pretty easy. Towards the end you mentioned to make sure the nipple is upright, what did you mean by that and how can you make sure it is upright??
Or is that black seal with the spring what you would use instead of a washer? I installed the hub, my old washer, the castle nut, and my cotter pin and then there is a black washer with a spring left over. Would that go in place of the washer if you didn’t have a washer?
Not sure what piece you’re talking about man. I filmed my entire install and showed it here and this was over a year ago. If you have extra pieces you’re not sure about you may want to consult a mechanic. Good luck with your install
Although that is a great upgrade for the wheel and hub, it doesn't do anything for the axle. So the weight it can carry should still be based on the axle max., or the lowest weight of all components.
@@GooberTimeGuideService Just making sure listeners are aware. You would be surprised how many think they can now double the weight the trailer carries by upgrading one part.
Could you do a similar upgrade for a 5 to 6 lug carry on trailer? I’d like to upgrade my 5 lug trailer rims to something more off road and may need to upgrade hubs.
@@neilcooper2125 yes you should. Won't take much of a bump with a loaded boat to have it rub. Keep in mind you will need to go deeper into the water to get the boat to float off the trailer. Tires and wheel bearings will be much happier though.
'If' you put enough weight on the trailer it would be possible to compress the springs far enough to make the tires rub the fenders. With a little boat like that you shouldn't have any problems.
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Nice! I bought spare hubs for our trailer just in case we have an issue on the road, easier to replace a hub then bearings on the side of the road!
No doubt about that! Smart move
Fenders might be a little low when you go over bumps it may rub on the fender. Good luck.
No sir. They’re perfect
I always jack the trailer up before I unbolt the wheel. Except for that time it fell on my foot.
Haha that’ll learn ya. This boat weighs nothing so I want too worried about it
Upgrading to larger wheels has the advantage of making bearings last longer due to slightly lower RPM.
And don't forget to wear disposable gloves so you save yourself time from constantly washing your hands.
No doubt about that
tires go bad from UV caused cracking well before the tire wears out. covering your tires makes ALL the difference.
Great video. Short, sweet and to the point.
Thank you!
Appreciate that! Thanks for your support
Didn't hear you talk about the diameter of the hubs. On that 1.06 spindle there are 2 available hubs, one for 8"&12" wheels and a wider one for 13" wheels. You need proper back up for wheel and hub to work properly.
Thanks for watching
this was a great video. very clear and concise. going to have to save this one. i just had my springs break and lost the axle. i got some new springs and lights and put it back together. thought about replacing the hubs so this was a great tutorial. thanks for sharing.
Thanks!
I prefer dust caps. This is for my boat trailer. Bearing buddy’s just leak.
Mine don’t leak and I have them on all my trailers
Bearing Budies only grease the outer bearings. The inner bearings can dry out and fail if you don't manually repack them.
Great Job Dan. You made it look easy. Thank You for Sharing. Stay Safe!!
Thanks Wayne! It's not too bad of a project. A little messy but simple
Interesting as I am going to the smaller tire and rim for ease of launching in shallow water ramps
Cool! Just watch the video in reverse 😂
If the hubs were still in good shape, I think I would have chosen to just use a four bolt 12" wheel/tire configuration; only 1" difference, and still a pretty nice upgrade.
When I dont know the history of the parts or how the previous owner was with maintenance, I prefer to just start over. Nothing in this project was expensive
I would definately replace the fenders with wider ones.
They’ve been working great for years but on your trailer you’re welcome to do as as you please
Can someone educate me the advantage of going from 4 to 5 bolts. I just purchased a motorcycle trailer and it's a 4 bolt. The wheels are on the skinny side though
Basically moves you into a larger class rim/wheel set and gives you a lot more options. Thanks for watching and commenting
You lucked out I replaced my wheels with 13s then I found fenders wouldn't work had to replace them also
There’s luck then there’s planning :)
haha...good-n-tight..love it !.
That’s right!
Gutentite
I had no idea there were so many different spindle sizes.
It’s a little overwhelming at times! Half the reason I made the video is a reminder for myself 😂
@@GooberTimeGuideService Would you post a link for those spindles that you used? Thanks
@@MrNoneURBusinesssorry this bit was from years ago. All my info is in the video description. Beyond that, that’s all I’ve got. Best of luck with your project
Isn't taking the wheel off unnecessary if you're replacing the hubs and wheels? Couldn't you just get the castle nut off and yank the wheel and hub off all at once?
Sure could
Not much room left between fender and tire. Make sure to test the space with a load and maybe some bounces.
Lightest boat on earth. Everything is fine here
Bro now you have almost no space between tire and fender. So, there is no space for suspension travel
There’s plenty. She does great. Thanks for watching
Could always put the axle below the springs.
It's a jon boat. He is probably only needing an 1" of travel. 😂
The big wheels are looking soo much better.
Can we get an update on on what the fender looks like now
Perfectly fine. This boat weighs nothing. Thanks for watching
Put on bearing buddies to keep water out of boat trailer bearings 😊
Thanks for watching
I was wondering if i could do this with my 4.8/12 wheels to 14 in wheels? Don't care if i have to modify/ fenders. Just want trailer to thave more stability?
I’m not sure to be honest.
So did you really remove the lug nuts before you jacked the trailer up?
Thanks for watching
Excellent tutorial! Thank you
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for this! I also need to do the same to my trailer. Looks pretty easy. Towards the end you mentioned to make sure the nipple is upright, what did you mean by that and how can you make sure it is upright??
Yea man nothing to be intimidated by. As long as you have the right hub it’s a pretty smooth process
I noticed that hub came with a rubber oil seal. Where did you place that on the hub?
I use bearing buddies
But I don’t see where it goes on the hub. I have the exact one and I noticed it came with the rubber seal not sure where it goes though.
Black rubber gasket looking thing that has a spring in it
Or is that black seal with the spring what you would use instead of a washer? I installed the hub, my old washer, the castle nut, and my cotter pin and then there is a black washer with a spring left over. Would that go in place of the washer if you didn’t have a washer?
Not sure what piece you’re talking about man. I filmed my entire install and showed it here and this was over a year ago. If you have extra pieces you’re not sure about you may want to consult a mechanic. Good luck with your install
Although that is a great upgrade for the wheel and hub, it doesn't do anything for the axle. So the weight it can carry should still be based on the axle max., or the lowest weight of all components.
Of course. Just carrying a small, light, John boat. Nothing too serious going on here to worry about
@@GooberTimeGuideService Just making sure listeners are aware. You would be surprised how many think they can now double the weight the trailer carries by upgrading one part.
Looks like tire rub city
Nope not at all
Jack Stand! Also, hope your wife doesn't watch this and find out you used one her towels.
Haha!
Does your tire hit the fender on bumps?
Nope
I like to match my trailer bolt pattern to my tow vehicle
Thanks for watching
Could you do a similar upgrade for a 5 to 6 lug carry on trailer? I’d like to upgrade my 5 lug trailer rims to something more off road and may need to upgrade hubs.
Good luck with that project
@@GooberTimeGuideService ill take that as a no....
@@LyellWalker not sure buddy. Good luck if you try.
Thanks so much for the great video! Want to upgrade my boat trailer tires. Where did you purchase the tire, rim and accessories?
Mostly on Amazon. Thanks for watching!
@@GooberTimeGuideService what specific tire and rim? If you happen to know
@@anthonybrandenburg4411 anything I used is linked in the description
@@GooberTimeGuideService should have looked before I asked. Thank you!
@@anthonybrandenburg4411 no worries man! Good luck with your project
Have you had any issues with the fenders after the upgrade, or did you end up changing those out too?
Nope, everything works great
Just a question. How or did you replace the back grease/dust seal?.
I put on a whole new hub assembly
Liked for the dad joke
Haha thanks
That fender to tire space is gud and tite
Do you have to raise the fender?
@@neilcooper2125 yes you should. Won't take much of a bump with a loaded boat to have it rub.
Keep in mind you will need to go deeper into the water to get the boat to float off the trailer. Tires and wheel bearings will be much happier though.
Haha I use that torque spec
It’s a good one!
Well Done !!!
Thanks Steve! Hopefully it’ll help somebody down the road
I’ve got a job boat trailer looking to do the same where did you find your hubs and tires ?
Amazon for tires. Hubs at northern tool
@@GooberTimeGuideService alright Thanks!
Did the new tire size rub against the fender?
Not at all
'If' you put enough weight on the trailer it would be possible to compress the springs far enough to make the tires rub the fenders. With a little boat like that you shouldn't have any problems.
awesome video man!
Appreciate it! Hope all is well
Where did you find those hub assemblies?
A store called northern tool in Virginia
😂 good en tight 😂
:)
Great video
Thanks homie
thought I was the originator of gun n tite, guess I am only originator of Japanese tite, hot damn tite.
Haha
Very helpful video, thanks!
Thank you
Quick way to ruin brand new studs! Guttentite! Always use a torque wrench.
Thanks for watching!
Nice dad joke!
🤣 thanks
Hate black rims on anything. I prefer white rims on trailers.
Thanks for watching. The good news is you can buy rims in whatever color pleases you
😀👍
Thanks for the support
Don't remove the lug nuts before jacking the trailer (or car, truck, trailer), just LOOSEN them. That's how accidents happen.
This is a real light little boat attached to the truck. All is well. Thanks for your concern and for commenting