Daniel, you can add a third axle but you're going to want to keep all of your axles the same size. So if you wanted 6K axles instead of 5.2K then you'd want to swap the other two as well.
With that said, to add your third axle you're going to need the U-Bolt Kit for Mounting 5,200-lb to 7,000-lb, Round Trailer Axles # APUBR-8, the Triple-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for Double-Eye Springs # APTT5, and the 6-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 5,300-lb Trailer Axles # e76SR.
For the axle itself, let... view full answer...
Hello Bill. The fact that the rear axle measures longer than the front is definitely concerning. Since both axles have the same part number and such, they should be identical in length. Trailer manufacturers do not make tandem axle trailers with two different size axles. So unless someone put a new axle on this camper aftermarket, I suspect that one of your axles sustained some kind of damage that caused it to bend slightly.
Every trailer axle has a small bend or arch in the middle, and... view full answer...
The Dexter Trailer Axle Beam # 8327834 does have the same 7,000LB capacity as your current axle. The 80" spring center and 95" hub face is a very common measurement but it is best to confirm this. If you can see the axle tag still on the center of your axle this may have the measurement listed as well or if you can provide me with a serial number I can contact the axle manufacturer to see exactly how they built it and sent it out.
Also understand this is a underslung axle that mounts... view full answer...
Robert, I suggest swapping the entire axle out with an axle that already has a 6 lug setup like the Dexter Trailer Axle w/ Electric Brakes # 7461121-EB.
I would need to know what size axle you're needing, your hub face to hub face, and spring center to spring center measurements in order to get the ride sized axle. view full answer...
Hey Chris, I do have some information that will be helpful for this project. Increasing the weight capacity of a trailer is tricky because every trailer has multiple components with a specific weight rating. Things like axles, hubs, brakes, wheels, tires and even the frame of the trailer itself all are rated for a specific capacity. Since you have 3.5K axles, it stands to reason that the rest of these components are also rated similarly. I will say that generally we do not recommend attempting... view full answer...
I don't see why the Trailer Axle with Idler Hubs # e25GR wouldn't work with a 3" c channel trailer frame. You'll just want to make sure that the hub face to hub face on your current axle is 60", and your spring seat to spring seat is 48".
Also, this axle will work with 8" to 14" wheels, has a 2,000 lb capacity, a 1 3/4" diameter, and has a 4 on 4 bolt pattern. view full answer...
Sorry Frank but we have no standard axles that match the dimensions you are needing. We're a couple of inches off on the hub face for the closest one item # e93GR. The only alternative I have is to offer you an axle-less solution which is a set of Timbren's that attach to the sides of your trailer's frame and offers an independent suspension system.
A 3" diameter axle is somewhere between a 5,200 lbs and 7,000 lbs capacity axle typically. I have listed the two options I have below:
5,200... view full answer...
Hi Jonathan; we do not offer an axle in the dimensions you have, so you have a couple options. One is to have an axle fabricated for you, with the other option being the 2,000 lb Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension w/ Idler Hubs # A20RS545.
This is an independent suspension that doesn't use an axle beam, and bolts to the frame. view full answer...
Hey William, I am sorry to say that we do not offer an axle with those exact dimensions. Our closes option is the Trailer Axle Beam # e33GR. This axle is rated for 5,200 lbs and has a hub face to hub face (HF) measurement of 86-1/2".
The only other option we can offer would be an Axle-Less setup like the Timbren # ASR3500S05 which is a 3,500 lb rated axle-less suspension system. You did not mention the weight capacity of the axle you are needing The Timbren setups are available in several... view full answer...
You're welcome Dan! Sorry we do not have anything to offer that will be a direct replacement of your torsion axle. The only solution I have is to replace it with a axle-less option like the Timbren 2,200 lbs item # ASR1THDS01 or the 3,500 lbs item # TASR35HDS04. These are independent systems that do not require an axle shaft so they fit any trailer width. While they may seem pricey if you are not able to source a replacement torsion axle and have to have one customized these are a comparable... view full answer...
The bearing combination on your trailer is obsolete so there are no hubs that will fit. The best solution would be to replace the axle that has a spindle with a modern bearing combination. You will need to measure the hub face distance (length) to find a replacement. We have the following available:
-Trailer Axle with Idler Hubs - 5 on 4-1/2 Bolt Pattern - 60" Long - 2,000 lbs # e82GR for 13" to 15" wheels
-Trailer Axle with Idler Hubs - 5 on 4-1/2 Bolt Pattern - 60" Long - 2,000 lbs... view full answer...
Hey Carter, it is possible to upgrade your axles but it really just comes down to getting the correct axle dimensions from your current axles and ordering the higher capacity with same dimensions. You need the hub face to hub face dimension as well as the distance between spring centers. We don't have any 10k axles though so you'd need to find a local trailer shop to you who can order customer axles and let them get you what you need. view full answer...
We do have one axle with hubs that is extremely close to the dimensions you have requested. It is the CE Smith Trailer Axle w/ Idler Hubs item # CE33201GA-HUB. It measures 57-1/2" long, has a 46-1/2" spring center, and an 1,800 lbs capacity. This axle includes two idler hubs with a 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern. view full answer...
That was enough information right there. If it is welded to the axle a modern replacement won't work. Unless you can find parts at a scrap yard you won't be able to get replacement parts for those brakes to rebuild them either. You will need to replace the axle like I mentioned before.
You need the same length axle you have now, which is the hub face to hub face measurement, along with the same capacity. You can try to see if there is an axle tag on there identifying it. If not, it might... view full answer...
It sounds like you are asking what measurements are needed to pick out replacement trailer axle. The info needed is the distance from hub face to hub face, from spring seat center to spring seat center, and also the axle capacity. view full answer...
Hey Cliff, to go to an axle that has a larger diameter than the 2-3/8 inch 3,500 lb axle you have on your trailer currently you'd have to go to a 3 inch diameter axle which would be between 5,200 and 7,000 lb. This will definitely require a new hub and bearing setup as the spindle size is different but you could keep the leaf springs you have now. view full answer...
Hello Crystal. It is possible to replace leaf springs with higher rated springs, as long as the eye-to-eye length of the spring stays the same. That said, adding higher rated springs does not increase the carrying capacity of your trailer. So even if you were to put a 2,500 lb each spring on a 3,500 lb axle, you will still be limited to the 3,500 lb capacity of the axle.
Also, adding a higher rated spring can negatively affect the ride quality. A higher rated spring is not going to flex... view full answer...
You will deduct the trailer weight. The tandem 3,500 lb axles are able to hold 7,000 lbs combined assuming weight is distributed equally between them. Most trailers list a dry weight, or unloaded vehicle weight, which is the weight of the trailer with nothing in it. They also list a cargo carrying capacity which is how much you can carry in the trailer along with the GVWR (gross vehicle weight rating) which is the max weight fully loaded. Tongue weight is generally deducted from this since... view full answer...
If your car trailer was built on mobile home axles you are going to have to replace the axles as there aren't braking components that will be made to fit them. You will need to measure the distance between your spring centers, distance from hub face to hub face, and the axle capacity you need. view full answer...
The closest we have is the Dexter Trailer Idler Axle Beam with EZ-Lube Spindles - 72" Long - 2,200 lbs # T20BTR-EZ-7258. This is actually the best fit for your trailer because the hub face to hub face measurement is 72", and the overall length would be closer to the 75-1/2" measurement you referenced and the spindles are 1-1/16". I would measure from the hub face to the other hub face and see if you get 72", in which case this would be a perfect fit. If you don't have hubs, measure about... view full answer...
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