Replacing a broken stud

[dnifedem85]

Is it simple to replace a broken stud on a trailer hub on your own, or do i need to have a wheel shop do it? I have basic power tools and can borrow more powerful tools if necessary. I have already taken it to the wheel shop, but they require that the boat not be on the trailer and that they keep the trailer for a couple days. Unfortunately, I don't have anywhere to keep the boat at a secure location that someone wont be able to just take it. I boat at rural lakes for the most part and use public ramps/docks.

 

[redone4x4]

Re: Replacing a broken stud

how about buying a new hub assembly? might be cheaper, depending on the trailer

 

[marine4003]

Re: Replacing a broken stud

No its not hard..unless its rusty..then its MAPP gas time...pull the wheel, remove the rear hub assembly and pound the stud out front to rear..replace.

 

[dingbat]

Re: Replacing a broken stud

A new hub will run you $40 or less including new bearings, etc.

No surprises. Just jack it up, install new hub, and your done.

 

[jbrown270]

Re: Replacing a broken stud

Just like marine4003 said, its easy. Take the hub off, oil the stud really good, get a hammer and pound it out the back of the hub. You can get a special tool to press the stud out but you don't need it. Then put the new stud in, put the nut on it and tighten it to pull it through.

 

[dnifedem85]

Re: Replacing a broken stud

Do you put the new stud in from the front or the back? Thanks fellas.

 

[Jeff-in-PA]

Re: Replacing a broken stud

Do you put the new stud in from the front or the back? Thanks fellas.

The stud is installed from the back of the hub.