198RD Axles

[TAK14Swift]

Good morning,
Does anyone know the make/capacity of the axles on the 198RD? I found an old post which said they were rated at 3,500 lbs. I'm in the process of repacking the bearings and I messed up a seal. I looked on the axle from the but could not find a stamp.

Thanks.

[OnTheGo]

I'm guessing they are made by Dexter. If so, their CS department will be able to help you with identification.

[TAK14Swift]

You are correct. It’s Dexter. Thanks!

[Route 66 Traveler]

Both seals should be replaced at every re-pack. My Dexter 3500# axles used these:

https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Bea.../RG06-050.html

FYI...my original Dexter bearings were stamped "Made in China", were 7 years old when I replaced them with new (MIC)...after 20,000 miles they still looked new.

[TAK14Swift]

Impressive!