Recommended Components For Tandem Axle Upgrade On Loadrite MC 1800 3 Rail Motorcycle Trailer
Question:
Do you have a kit so that I can upgrade to dual axle?
asked by: Mario D
Expert Reply:
Thank you for your email answering my questions on your axle. I have the information to help you with your tandem axle application.
Your current axle is not a standard size, so I recommend replacing your current axle as well. There are two routes to go for this, the more traditional style or the axle-less. For the Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension System with Hubs - 5 on 4-1/2 - Regular Tires - 2,000 lbs, # A20RS545, you simply mount the axles square and the suspension is integrated. Just put on tires and go. You will need to make sure there is a cross-member to support the weight over this section.
The more traditional route is to use the Dexter Trailer Idler Axle w/ Hubs - EZ-Lube - 5 on 4-1/2 Bolt Pattern - 72" Long - 2,000 lbs, # 20545I-EZ-72-10 that will give you the dimension you need for your leaf springs, but will give you a slightly wider stance. You will also need the U-Bolt Kit for Mounting 2,000-lb, Round Trailer Axles - 4-1/4" Long U-Bolts, # APUBR-10. For your hangers, you will need to weld on the hanger kit, # APT9. For leaf springs I recommend the 3-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 2,000-lb Trailer Axles - 20-3/8" Long, # e84SR. With this set-up, you will have to completely remove the current hangers and center the now two axles properly for the correct ride and tongue weight.
For tires, I recommend the Kenda Karrier ST145/R12 Radial Trailer Tire with 12" Black Mod Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - LR D, # AM35354. These radial tires will give you a smooth ride on the highway and will give you a load range of 1220 lbs at 65 psi each. You will still be limited by your axle capacity even though the tires will give you a higher rating per axle.
Let me know if you have any other questions.
Products Referenced in This Question
Dexter Trailer Idler Axle w/ Hubs - EZ-Lube - 5 on 4-1/2 Bolt Pattern - 72" Long - 2,200 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- Easy Lube Spindles
- Idler Hubs
- 2200 lbs
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 58 Inch Long
- 72 Inch Long
- No Drop or Lift
- Dexter
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Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension w/ Idler Hubs - Standard Duty - No Drop - 5 on 4-1/2 - 2K
- Trailer Axles
- Rubber Spring Suspension
- Easy Lube Spindles
- Idler Hubs
- 2000 lbs
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- Universal Fit
- No Drop or Lift
- Timbren
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Kenda Karrier ST145/R12 Radial Trailer Tire with 12" Black Mod Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - LR D
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire with Wheel
- Radial Tire
- Load Range D
- 145/80-12
- 12 Inch
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- Steel Wheels - Powder Coat
- Kenda
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Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for Double-Eye Springs - 2-1/2" Front/Rear/Center
- Trailer Suspension Parts
- Hangers
- Suspension Kits
- Boat Trailer
- Camper
- Car Hauler
- Snowmobile Trailer
- Utility Trailer
- Double Eye Springs
- Tandem Axle
- etrailer
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U-Bolt Kit for Mounting 2,000-lb, Round Trailer Axles - 4-1/4" Long U-Bolts
- Trailer Suspension Parts
- U-Bolt Kits
- Camper
- Car Hauler
- Utility Trailer
- 2000 lbs
- Round Axle - 1-3/4 Inch
- 3/8 Inch Diameter
- 4-1/4 Inch Long
- Dexter
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3-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 2,000-lb Trailer Axles - 20-3/8" Long
- Trailer Leaf Springs
- Double Eye Springs
- 2000 lbs
- 1-3/4 Inch Wide
- 3 Leaf
- 20-3/8 Inch Long
- Painted
- etrailer
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