Replacement 2000-lb Trailer Axle for 4 x 8 Folding Trailer

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Your Dexter 2000 lb., 60inch trailer axel...Will this work on a Harbor Freight 4x8 foldable trailer? Mine is bent. Thanks

asked by: Jeff

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Expert Reply:

Dexter Trailer Axle Beam with Standard Spindles # T20BTR-6048 will fit in place of a 2K-rated 60-inch axle with 48-inch spring centers. The included straight spindles will accept hubs that use bearing L44649 for both the inner and outer bearing. If the weight rating, length, spring centers and bearing set match your current set-up then this axle will be a suitable replacement. Bargain trailers often use uncommon bearings so you'll want to match up the bearing set in your hubs to ensure they will fit on the new spindles.

We also offer this axle with hubs and you can see those kits on the linked page. We have kits with 4-on-4 and 5-on-4-1/2 bolt pattern hubs.

Another option is to get rid of the axle beam entirely and to install a set of the Timbren axle-less suspension units. These units are shown on the link provided. Timbren kits can give your trailer far better ground clearance since they eliminate the axle beam under the trailer. Using a kit with drop spindles, like # ASR2KHDS05, means lower deck height; using a kit with lift spindles, part # ASR2KHDS03, means a higher deck height.

Please note that beam axles like # T20BTR-7258 do normally have a bend so that when under load the axle straightens out.

expert reply by: Adam R

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Answer 1

Yes, the Timbren Heavy-Duty Axle-Less Trailer Suspension - 4" Lift Spindle - Off-Road Tires - 3,500 lbs #ASR35HDS02 can be installed on your Harbor Freight Trailer. The best part about this system is that it fits any frame width and can be…

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Answer 2

The downside to buying a "bargain" trailer kit is that customer support, both in terms of helpful information and available replacement parts, can be scarce. The other issue is that products made to sell at a tempting price point may not…

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Answer 3

The experiences we've had with Harbor Freight trailers is that they use standard 5 bolt patterns common on other trailers. The most common being 5 on 4-1/2 inches like what the part #AKIHUB-545-2-1K which fits the common 2,000 lb axle spindle.

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Answer 4

Most likely we have the correct hubs needed to replace the existing units on your Harbor Freight Trailer. In order to determine which hubs you need, I recommend pulling one of the current hubs on the trailer and removing the bearings. There should be…

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Answer 5

From my research on the Harbor Freight 4x8 folding trailer uses 4.80-12 tires on a 12 inch wheel for the 1195 lb capacity trailer and a 5.30-12 for the 1720 lbs capacity trailer. It is a good idea to check your existing tires to see which size they…

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Answer 6

You can use the 8-1/4-inch overall length of the TruRyde BT8 1-1/2-inch Spindle #TRU97FR to help you determine the correct length for your axle tube. You also need to take into account the width of the tires you intend to use as these also will…

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Answer 7

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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Answer 8

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 9

Load range B trailer tires are going to have a lower capacity than C load range tires. Basically that, psi rating, and the ply rating are the only differences. A higher load range tire would last a little longer than lower load ranges of the same…

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Answer 10

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 11

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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Answer 12

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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