7k Timbren Trailer Axle that Gives Lower Profile

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What about axle placement in relation to load weight

asked by: Scott R

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It's hard to give you an exact deck height you'd have with the Timbren Axle Less kits we offer like the part # TASR7KS01 as it depends on the wheel/tire size you use and frame height, deck thickness etc. But if you are looking for the lowest profile possible the 4 inch drop version part # TASR7KS02 is the kit for you. To give you an idea on overall height though this will put the center of your trailer wheel exactly 3/8 inch below the frame of the trailer. So you could calculate the diameter of your trailer tire, divide by 2, and then add 3/8 inch to know distance from bottom of frame to ground.

I attached an FAQ article on determining tire diameter based on the size as well for you to check out.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Scott R.

1/22/2020

What about axle placement in relation to load weight

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Jameson C.

1/22/2020

You'll ideally want to place the axles in a location that allows the trailer's tongue weight to fall between 10 and 15 percent of the total trailer weight. The center point of your tandem axle setup needs to be located where you will have 60 percent of the frame of the trailer in front of the center of the equalizer hanger and 40 percent behind the center of the equalizer hanger. For example, if the trailers frames length is 30 feet, then the center-line location will be 18 feet from the front of the trailer and 12 feet from the back.

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Answer 1

Rather than installing the Timbren Silent Ride Suspension for Tandem Axle Trailers #TSR14K35T01 that will require you to also purchase all new axles to complete the install I recommend getting 2 sets of the Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension System…

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Answer 2

Thanks for reaching out, and I'm glad you were able to determine fitment of the 7K etrailer Drop Axle #e85SR for your car hauler trailer! The wiring you need to connect all of your electric brakes up to your trailer is 10 gauge wire which we sell…

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Answer 3

The maximum deflection or compression/movement of the Timbren Silent Ride Suspension for Tandem Axle Trailers #TSR14K35T01 is 1-5/8 to 1-7/8 inches. That's the amount it will move from zero load to full compression.

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Answer 4

We would definitely be able to upgrade to a higher capacity Leaf Spring or Silent Ride set up. That being said, we do not carry torsion axles, so we do not have a bolt on upgrade available. The axle #8327820-EB would upgrade you to 5,200 pounds per…

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Answer 5

To allow for full articulation so you don't have to worry about the tires bottoming out int he wheel wells, I'd recommend going with a 15° down torsion axle. If the original axle was a 0°, this would raise the trailer up a bit. A…

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Answer 6

In order for you to realize more clearance under your trailer, using torsion axles with down degree angles will give you more clearance. On a system that has a 10 degree up axle, the center line of the spindle to the bottom of the trailer frame is…

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Answer 7

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 8

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 9

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 10

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 11

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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Answer 12

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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