265rl

[fjr vfr]

My 2011 Laredo 265rl has an anode. Take the cover off on the outside of the trailer and you should see a plug among everything else you see. That is the anode. I forget the size, but it's something like a 1" socket. Best is to drain the system, (open low point drains) and then screw out the plug, (anode). Once out you can examine it and measure it. If you have an RV place close by just take it with you.
Some water will drain out when you remove it. Take the opportunity to flush out your water heater.

[travelin texans]

Originally Posted by fjr vfr

My 2011 Laredo 265rl has an anode. Take the cover off on the outside of the trailer and you should see a plug among everything else you see. That is the anode. I forget the size, but it's something like a 1" socket. Best is to drain the system, (open low point drains) and then screw out the plug, (anode). Once out you can examine it and measure it. If you have an RV place close by just take it with you.
Some water will drain out when you remove it. Take the opportunity to flush out your water heater.

The low point drains WILL NOT drain the water heater, only the lines!
Shut off incoming water source & open the hot side of any faucet to relieve the pressure. Be sure water heater has been turned off for a while so water has cooled before removing the anode. You'll need an 1 1/16" socket, some Teflon tape, some sort of nozzle for your water hose to rinse tank. The anode is about 8-10" long with 3/4" pipe threads & can be purchased at a RV store & some Walmarts also have them in the rv section. If you'll grip the end of the plug with a pair of pliers & start the first couple threads when replacing the anode it will be must easier to get started, then use the socket to tighten. Once replaced flip the lever on the pressure relief valve (brass fitting) on the top & leave open til tank is filled, opening this will also help draining. Do not turn power on til tank is completely filled.

[LewisB]

Originally Posted by 85yotapolo

do anyone have PICS of a bumper hitch on back?? im tempted to add a hitch right now it has a small one but cutting that off and adding a 2 inch and add some gussets?? my son and me both have dirt bikes his bike is about 165 pound anyone have pics of hitches they added?

It's been a lot of years ago, but on a previous trailer, I custom built a "slide out" motorcycle rack for my dirt bike. Use 2 receivers, one on each side welded to frame. Rack slid in/out on these 2 receivers. It included a rack for the bike, a place to store a ramp for loading from the side, plus a swing out arm that was used for straps for the handle bars. I built an upside down U shaped tubing support to help stabilize the bike up high. Worked really nice, but due to all the added weight (Honda XR650), I also had to replace the trailer axles and springs with heavier setup. The cheap "bumper" with storage for the sewer hose was just moved onto the new rack. Anyway, maybe this will give you some ideas...

[85yotapolo]

Ok. Gonna check wheel bearings does anyone have wheel bearing part numbers????

And I changed out the water heater anode it was so bad

Picture of the anode it's was gone I got hose and rinsed out water heater as much as possible and installed new one

Last thing on list is wheel bearings. Gonna check them. Just wanted to see if anyone had links maybe amazon for parts. I doubt previous owner did them so might as well. Start fresh. Any choice of lube too?

[85yotapolo]

Will this work for my camper ???

[flybouy]

Before ordering wheel bearings I'd suggest a trip under the axles. Get the manufactures info off the axle and contact them or go online (like etrailer.com) and confirm part numbers/sizes.

[85yotapolo]

Originally Posted by flybouy

Before ordering wheel bearings I'd suggest a trip under the axles. Get the manufactures info off the axle and contact them or go online (like etrailer.com) and confirm part numbers/sizes.

I check bearing part number and race number it's same as etrailer. Just wanted to see what u guys think.

[85yotapolo]

Grease Seal - Double Lip - 2.125" ID - 3.376" OD - GS-2125DL

If anything I noticed the OD is 3.375 on Amazon one? Will it still work??

[85yotapolo]

Ok ordered this. Part numbers seem to line up. What about grease what do u guys recommend? Lucas marine or heavy duty? Can't find torque specs

[tech740]

Originally Posted by 85yotapolo

Ok ordered this. Part numbers seem to line up. What about grease what do u guys recommend? Lucas marine or heavy duty? Can't find torque specs

I like Lucas Red N Tacky. You will find there is not a torque spec on an axle nut like these. You don't want that much pre-load on the bearings. I was always taught to make sure the bearings were seated in the races and snug it up. Then back the nut off and re-finger tighten til there is contact and no end play.

[85yotapolo]

Originally Posted by tech740

I like Lucas Red N Tacky. You will find there is not a torque spec on an axle nut like these. You don't want that much pre-load on the bearings. I was always taught to make sure the bearings were seated in the races and snug it up. Then back the nut off and re-finger tighten til there is contact and no end play.

Ok. Homedepot has that grease I'll get some. Also. Don't jack from axle right use frame rail?

[tech740]

Originally Posted by 85yotapolo

Ok. Homedepot has that grease I'll get some. Also. Don't jack from axle right use frame rail?

Or the area between the u-bolts at each tire.