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Euclid · Brakes & Wheel End
E540
In stock · ships from Knoxville
This is an inner axle spindle nut used to secure the wheel hub to the spindle on heavy-duty truck and trailer axles.
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This is an inner nut only; verify that your axle requires a 2-5/8"-16 thread and 3-13/16" across-flats hex. A lock washer and outer nut may be needed for complete installation. Cross-reference with OEM and aftermarket part numbers to confirm exact fit.
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It has a 2-5/8"-16 thread and a 3-13/16" hex that requires a matching socket for installation. The nut is typically replaced during wheel bearing overhauls, seal service, or whenever the old nut shows stripped threads, corrosion, or deformation that prevents proper torque.
Part Number: E540
AXLE INNER NUT
Unit: ea
Dealer: Post Onsite
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Parts commonly needed alongside brakes & wheel end