Can Tandem Axle Trailer Limp to Repair Shop On Three Wheels

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leaf spring broken, wheel turned. Can I tow it to the shop with 3 wheels or 2 wheels.

asked by: John

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Helpful Expert Reply:

One of the great things about tandem axle trailers is that in the event a wheel fails you have three other ones to keep you from being totally stranded.

If you have three good wheels on your trailer and don't have far to go you would be fine to limp to a repair shop. Be sure to have as much cargo out of the trailer as possible so that you don't exceed weight capacity of the single tire.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

For the LCI52-SB-86.5-68.5, the two ending measurements are: 1st - measurement from hub to hub, meaning the length of the axle in this case is 86.5 inches. 2nd - spring seat dimension where they're welded, meaning the spring seats are 68.5…

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Answer 2

The Universal Group 6-Leaf Double-Eye Spring #e64SR referenced in your question is designed for 7,000 pound axles like what you have on your trailer. Most likely this will work great as a replacement, however I cannot be sure that it is a direct…

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Your trailer brakes will still work with the assemblies mounted upside down where the magnet is above the spindle, but from the customers we know who have done this we have found that the stopping power won't be as strong as if they were…

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As you may have already found, 5200 lb, 6000 lb and 7000 lb axles can all use the same components including inner/outer bearings, hubs and brakes. Here are some other things they share in common: Dexter 5200 lb Regular Duty Axle - 0.180 inch tube…

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Your trailer brakes will still work with the assemblies mounted upside down where the magnet is above the spindle, but from the customers we know who have done this we have found that the stopping power won't be as strong as if they were mounted…

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Answer 6

On an EZ-Lube axle, the grease gets inserted at the end of the spindle through a zerk fitting and comes out of a hole that should be in between the bearings, filling them both. You would not be able to use Bearing Buddies because the zerk fitting at…

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Answer 7

The correct hubs for the 4400 Lb Lippert Axle NV178936 are 3,500 lb hubs as confirmed by Lippert. If you need to replace the hubs, I recommend Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 3,500-lb Axles - 10" Diameter - 6 on 5-1/2 - Pre-Greased part…

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Answer 8

Thanks for the purchase, and we do have the correct lug nuts for the Castle Rock ST205/75R14 Radial Tire w/ 14" Condor Aluminum Wheel #LH84VR. What you will need are standard 60 degree coned, 3/4" hex bolt lug nuts, the Chrome Trailer Wheel…

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Answer 9

Yes, the Shocker Hitch Air Cushioned Trailer Coupler #SHK73RR can be used with a weight distribution hitch system. To use it with a hitch like the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System #EQ64FR you will need to follow these directions for inflating…

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Answer 10

Eight inches from the ground to the bottom of your weight distribution shank would be fine for most situations but like you've experienced turning into inclined driveways can cause it to drag. Your trailer must sit pretty low to call for your…

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Shackle links can flip when the trailer is unloaded since there isn't enough weight to keep them in proper position, and while a new, shorter equalizer may help, the easiest thing to check is the shackle links. Shackles that are too short can…

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Answer 12

The best match we have for you is the Shackle Strap #TRSL313 which measures 3-1/8" center hole to center hole, 4-1/2" long x 1-1/4" wide, and just under 1/4" thick. This is designed to work with 9/16" diameter bolts. Attached…

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