Trailer hub replacement

Mikek89

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I would like to switch from a drum brake hub to an idler hub and I’m wondering if the mounting bracket attached to the axel that the drum was bolted too has any structural significance or can I disregard it and switch to an idler hub. Thanks for the help
 

ahicks

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That plate the backing plate fastens to should not interfere when the backing plate is removed and used with just a hub (no drum).
 

GA_Boater

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Welcome aboard.

The square backing plate mount won't interfere. In fact many axles are on the road with the mounting plate without a brake drum or disk if brakes aren't required.

The question is why are you removing the brakes?
 
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