Replacement Trailer Axles for a 1964 Silver Streak Sabre Travel Trailer
Question:
Hi. I am looking to replace axles on my tandem axle 1964 Silver Streak Sabre 19foot travel trailer. I believe the trailer weight is around 3300lbs dry. It looks like the distance from hub face to hub face is 69inch and the distance from spring centers is 51.5 Do you have any axles that would fit? Thank you!
asked by: Paul
Expert Reply:
I do have an excellent recommendation for you but it isn't for a straight axle. Instead of a straight axle you can use a Timbren axle-less system that includes built-in suspension. They are essentially like torsion axles.
If the trailer weighs 3,300 pounds dry then adding its carrying capacity would tell us the gross trailer weight which is essential in determining the correct axle-less system.
For example if the trailer had a gross weight rating 3,750 pounds you could use a couple of 2,000 pound systems, # ASR2KHDS01. It takes hubs that use L68149 inner and L44649 outer bearings such as # 84545UC1-EZ or # 84546UC3-EZ both with 5 on 4-1/2 bolt patterns.
If the trailer is rated for 7,000 pounds you could use two 3,500 pound systems such as # ASR3500S05. These take hubs with L68149 inner and L44649 outer bearings as well.
It is possible to get an axle custom made to your specifications by special ordering it from a local trailer supply store.
Products Referenced in This Question
Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 3,500-lb Axles - 5 on 4-1/2 - Pre-Greased
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub
- EZ Lube
- Pre-Greased
- Standard
- L68149
- L44649
- For 3500 lbs Axles
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 13 Inch Wheel
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
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Dexter Trailer Hub & Drum Assembly for 3,500-lb Axles - 10" Diameter - 5 on 4-1/2 - Pre-Greased
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub with Integrated Drum
- Pre-Greased
- Standard
- L68149
- L44649
- For 3500 lbs Axles
- 1/2 Inch Stud
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 13 Inch Wheel
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
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Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension - Heavy Duty - No Drop - 4 Bolt Flange - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Rubber Spring Suspension
- Easy Lube Spindles
- No Hubs
- 2000 lbs
- Spindles Only
- Universal Fit
- No Drop or Lift
- Timbren
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Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension - Standard Duty - No Drop - 4 Bolt Flange - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Rubber Spring Suspension
- Easy Lube Spindles
- No Hubs
- 3500 lbs
- Spindles Only
- Universal Fit
- No Drop or Lift
- Timbren
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Dexter Trailer Axle Beam with EZ-Lube Spindles - 89" Long - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- Easy Lube Spindles
- No Hubs
- 3500 lbs
- Spindles Only
- 74 Inch Long
- 89 Inch Long
- No Drop or Lift
- Dexter
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