Replacement 3,500 Pound Axle for Converted Military Trailer

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guys I have purchased an M101A1 military trailer that I am looking to build into an adventure trailer to pull behind my 2014 Jeep Rubicon unlimited. I need to replace the axle and hubs so its compatible with my wrangler and bolt pattern. Can you direct me to the axle and hubs and anything else I need to make this conversion. I do believe i want electric brakes I am looking at the Dexter 3500lb axles

asked by: Erin T

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The 3,500 pound Dexter Trailer Axle w/ Electric Brakes # 35545E-ST-89 measure 89 inches hub-face-to-hub-face and 74 inches spring-center-to-spring-center. You'll want to measure your trailer's current axle to make sure this will be a fit. If it isn't a fit you may need to have to order an axle from a local shop.

Another option is the 3,500 pound Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension System w Electric Brake Hubs # A35RS545E. The Timbrens eliminates the need for an axle tube. It consists of two separate units operating individually to give your trailer a smooth ride. Also, since there is no axle running across the underside of your trailer it will increase your ground clearance.

expert reply by: Charles S

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Ryan

4/7/2020

What would you recommend for converting an M100 trailer and replacing the axel? I’d like to throw normal wheels on with 33inch tires. Do you guys provide instructions?

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Chris R.

4/8/2020

You can certainly replace the axle on your M100 trailer but I would need to know some additional info on the existing components to make a good recommendation. If you want to go with a traditional thru-axle, I'll need to know the hub face and spring seat length, along with the capacity, of the existing unit. Otherwise something like the Timbren Axle-Less # A35RS545E that Charles mentioned above is a good, versatile option that just gets bolted to the trailer frame. The install manual can be found towards the bottom of the product page.

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Answer 1

The Replacement Shock Absorber part #T2336200 is for Titan Model 60 Brake Actuators like the Titan Zinc-Plated, Leverlock Brake Actuator w/ Lockout Shield. If you have a Titan Model 60 Brake Actuator then the Replacement Shock Absorber will work…

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Answer 2

I have another option for you, but the only hub and drum assemblies available with the 6 on 5-1/2" bolt pattern are only rated for wheels up to 16-1/2" diameter and are not designed to work with 17" wheels. Starting with the axle for…

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Answer 3

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 4

Thank you for providing the specs for the suspension components that you already have. Correct hanger spacing really depends on the components being used such as springs, hangers and equalizers. Most of the hanger spacing dimensions that we have are…

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Answer 5

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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I am sorry I don't have any tires that are going to fit your rim. I do have a couple of comparable size tires that come in a wheel tire combo. I have listed the two below along with their lug patterns. 5 on 4-1/2 Lug Pattern - Kenda 205/65-10…

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To find the load capacity for your axle you should look on the trailer VIN plate or sticker that lists the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that…

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To determine the size of the hub assembly you need to purchase you have to determine which bearings are in the old assembly. If the old assembly has L44649 inner bearings, you would use the hub you chose #8-258-5UC1. If the inner bearings are marked…

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Answer 9

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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Answer 10

A BT8 spindle would have a diameter of .99 of an inch where the bearings would both install and would have a diameter of 1.24 where the great seal would ride. That would require a hub part #AKIHUB-440-2-1K for an idler hub. A BTR spindle would have…

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Answer 11

The two sizes you mentioned are pretty similar and fit many of the same 15 inch wheels. The 205/75-15 fits rim widths of 5 inch to 6-1/2 inch whereas the 225/75-15 fits widths that are 5 inch to 6 inch. The 205 is 27.1 inches tall and the 225 is 28.4…

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Answer 12

Depending on how the trailer was made, there will be a few spots you can check to identify the axle. First, if the trailer was pre-made by a specific company, you may be able to find this information in either the paperwork or on a placard somewhere…

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