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Originally Posted by GaryUT
The hubs for 5200 pound axles have larger bearings than the 4400 pound axles, but the backer plates will be the same.
Gary
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Actually NO.
Do NOT rely on just the GAWR for determining parts for axle and brakes. I played a game with the Customer service rep from Lippert, said I had 4400 pound axles, he said "brake size is usually 10x2.25 with a 4 bolt backing plate" mentioned I had the axle sticker and he asked the V# to look up and confirm.
V000267943 starts life as a 5200 pound axle housing and uses 12 x 2 brakes with the 5 bolt pattern backing plate the same part used on 5200, 6000 and even 7000 pound axles. The ratings on these axles are much like GVWR ratings on all vehicles. It Does NOT matter what the capability may actually be. They are documented as being rated at 4400 pounds so they are 4400 pound axles even though they share components with higher rated axles.
Take pictures of your axle and file away. If in doubt regarding particulars contact the appropriate customer service.
Lippert Customer service has been top notch every time I have dealt with them.
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