Replacement Axle Needed for Mobile Home Axle with Dexter 8-222 Brakes

Question:

Dexter 8-222 barkes Hi are these available or do I have to convert axle

asked by: Jai

Expert Reply:

Since there are no brake assemblies available to replace your 8-222 Dexter brakes and because your axle is a mobile home axle (which is supposed to be a one-time use) your best option is to replace your whole axle.

We do have a variety of replacement axles for you to choose from. I really like the Timbren Axle-Less Suspension, like the 5.2K # ASR5200S01, because it provides more clearance and a maintenance free suspension but if you'd prefer to stick with the leaf spring suspension then I'll need to know your hub-face (A) and spring-center (B) measurements which you can reference in the attached photo.

Whichever way you go it is also important to know the weight capacity of your axle so that you can replace it with one that has the same weight rating. If you don't know the weight rating off-hand you should be able to find it towards the middle of the axle.

Attached is a link to our selection of axles if you'd like to filter through them and see the different options that we carry.

expert reply by: Jon G