Recommended Timbren Axle-Less Suspension System for Camper Trailer
Question:
I am building a trailer for camping. I am interested in the timbren axle less system, along with electric disc brakes. 5200 lb capacity should be fine. What do you suggest?
asked by: Preston K
Expert Reply:
Timbren axle-less suspension kits like # A35RS545E, which is rated for 3500-lbs and that includes electric drum (not disc) brakes, can make trailer fabrication a lot easier since they bolt or weld directly to the trailer's frame. This 3500-lb kit is the highest-rated kit that includes electric brakes. We also offer a similar kit with 4-inch drop spindles that allow the trailer to sit lower, part # A35RD545E. Note that two sets of Timbrens can be used together, as in a tandem axle set-up.
In a 5200-lb-rated kit there are two options, part # ASR5200S01 with straight spindles and part # ASR5200S04 with 4-inch drop spindles. For both you'll need to add brakes and hubs. A compatible hub/drum for the drop spindle kit is # 8-201-5UC3-EZ (6-on-5-1/2 bolt pattern). For the straight spindle kit you can use hub/drum # 8-213-5UC1-EZ. For 12 x 2 brake assemblies you can use # 23-324 and # 23-325.
Some trailers may require reinforcement for the Timbren systems. If your trailer does not have a crossmember above the spot where you want to install the Timbren system, you may need to reinforce the frame. On the pages for the Timbren kits we note the three ways to do this reinforcement. Since you are fabricating a trailer you will need to visit your local highway patrol to have a VIN assigned to the trailer for registration purposes.
Trailer brakes require a brake controller like the popular and reliable Prodigy P2 # 90885. This unit will slow your trailer in direct proportion to the deceleration of the tow vehicle for smoother safer braking.
Products Referenced in This Question
Dexter Hydraulic Drum Brake Assembly - Uni-Servo - 12" - Left Hand - 5,200 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brakes
- Hydraulic Drum Brakes
- LH
- 5200 lbs
- Brake Assembly
- Single Servo
- 12 x 2 Inch Drum
- Dexter
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Dexter Hydraulic Drum Brake Assembly - Uni-Servo - 12" - Right Hand - 5,200 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brakes
- Hydraulic Drum Brakes
- RH
- 5200 lbs
- Brake Assembly
- Single Servo
- 12 x 2 Inch Drum
- Dexter
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Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 5,200-lb E-Z Lube Axles - 12" - 6 on 5-1/2
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub with Integrated Drum
- EZ Lube
- 25580
- LM67048
- For 5200 lbs Axles
- 6 on 5-1/2 Inch
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- 16 Inch Wheel
- 16-1/2 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
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Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 5,200-lb E-Z Lube Axles - 6 on 5-1/2
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub
- EZ Lube
- 25580
- LM67048
- For 5200 lbs Axles
- 6 on 5-1/2 Inch
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- 16 Inch Wheel
- 16-1/2 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
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Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
- Dash Mount
- Up to 4 Axles
- LED Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension w Electric Brakes - Standard - 4" Drop - 5 on 4-1/2 - 3.5K
- Trailer Axles
- Rubber Spring Suspension
- Easy Lube Spindles
- Electric Brakes
- 3500 lbs
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- Universal Fit
- Drop - 4 Inch
- Timbren
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Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension - Standard Duty - No Drop - 5 Bolt Flange - 5,200 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Rubber Spring Suspension
- Easy Lube Spindles
- 5200 lbs
- Spindles Only
- Universal Fit
- No Drop or Lift
- Timbren
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Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension w Electric Brakes - Standard Duty - No Drop - 5 on 4-1/2 - 3.5K
- Trailer Axles
- Rubber Spring Suspension
- Easy Lube Spindles
- Electric Brakes
- 3500 lbs
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- Universal Fit
- No Drop or Lift
- Timbren
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