Compatibility of Dexter 2200# Torsion Axle Upgrade to Timbren Axle-Less 4 Lift and Electric Brakes
Question:
Hi, I have already installed from you a RedArc electric brake kit and Airlift suspension. Looking at replacing my Dexter Torsion single axle 2200# and 13inch wheels on an aluminum trailer Cargo Pro 5x10foot - this is an older model with 2x4inch aluminum frame. New models are only 2x3inch frame and 6x12/14foot yet rated to 3500# and 5000# on single axle. Therefore my assumption is the frame will more than handle the increased load with 3500# axles. ASR35HDS02 Axle ion criteria: Increased load to 3500# Increase trailer clearance with 4inch Lift Add electric Brake Kit Upgrade from 13inch 185 75D 13 wheelset to 15inch with Off road tires TBD Questions: 1 Will 3500# kit ride too stiff when trailer is not loaded? 2 How to determine which tire sizes will fit wrt the frame clearance? ie how far from frame is axle hub with brake kit etc installed Note: fenders will be replaced if clearance reqd 3 Which Dexter electric brake kit should I choose to fit new 15inch Aluminum trailer wheels? Which parts are needed to completely install system? 4 Are there off road specific ST tires or can I use regular truck tires such as a 235 75R 15 - re: Q2 how to measure for tire clearance 5 Ideally: is there a hub/electric brake kit that will fit 6 on 5.5inch bolt 17inch wheels to match my Toyota FJ Cruiser so I can have tow vehicle and trailer tires all matching and interchangeable? ie will this work on a 3500#axle WITH electric brakes: From a previous customer questions online: The correct idler hubs to use with the Timbren Heavy-Duty Axle-Less Trailer Suspension part # ASR35HDS02 that have a 6 on 5-1/2inch bolt pattern is part # 8-213-5UC1-EZ. Thanks
asked by: David A
Expert Reply:
I can't speak to the compatibility of weight with your trailer other than to say your logic makes sense. The frame size, the coupler, the leaf springs, and the axle itself all influence the weight capacity of the trailer with the weakest component being the max capacity of the whole.
If increasing the capacity, the Timbren Heavy-Duty Axle-Less Trailer Suspension - 4" Lift Spindle - Off-Road Tires - 3,500 lbs # ASR35HDS02 will work but you may want to put something between the powder coated steel and aluminum frame to prevent galvanic corrosion. The ride will be slightly stiffer than your current axle and assembly, but I don't think it will be extremely different.
You can use the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 5,200-lb and 6,000-lb E-Z Lube Axles - 12" - 6 on 5-1/2 # 8-201-9UC3-EZ and the Electric Trailer Brake Kit - Self-Adjusting - 12" - Left and Right Hand Assemblies - 5.2K to 7K # AKEBRK-7-SA.
For your wheels and tires, I recommend the Loadstar ST225/75D15 Bias Trailer Tire with 15" Aluminum Wheel - 6 on 5-1/2 - Load Range D # AM3S913. The bias ply tires are better for off-road where radial tires are better for highway travel. You can use LT tires on a trailer, but for most trailers I recommend using ST tires and specifically radial tires as most trailers spend the majority of the time on the road. Trailer wheels do not interchange well with vehicle wheels because vehicle wheels will have an offset. You can go for a similar look but they won't be interchangeable.
I've attached a link to all the 15 inch and 16 inch options to assist. There is not a 17 inch option available. You will want to make sure you have 3-4 inches of clearance above the tire to the underside of the fender for suspension movement and clearance.
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Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 5,200-lb and 6,000-lb Axles - 6 on 5-1/2 - Pre Greased
- Trailer Hubs and Drums
- Hub with Integrated Drum
- Pre-Greased
- 25580
- 15123
- For 5200 lbs Axles
- For 6000 lbs Axles
- 6 on 5-1/2 Inch
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- 16 Inch Wheel
- 16-1/2 Inch Wheel
- Dexter
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etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - Self-Adjusting - 12" - Left/Right Hand - 5.2K to 7K
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- Standard Grade
- Self Adjust
- 12 x 2 Inch Drum
- 5200 lbs Axle
- 6000 lbs Axle
- 7000 lbs Axle
- 14-1/2 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- 16 Inch Wheel
- etrailer
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Loadstar ST225/75D15 Bias Trailer Tire with 15" Aluminum Wheel - 6 on 5-1/2 - Load Range D
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire with Wheel
- Bias Ply Tire
- Load Range D
- 225/75-15
- 15 Inch
- 6 on 5-1/2 Inch
- Aluminum Wheels
- Boat Trailer Wheels
- Kenda
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Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension - Heavy Duty - Long Spindle - 4" Lift - 5 Bolt - 3.5K
- Trailer Axles
- Rubber Spring Suspension
- Easy Lube Spindles
- No Hubs
- 3500 lbs
- Spindles Only
- Universal Fit
- Lift - 4 Inch
- Timbren
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