Replacement Axle for Smaller Boat Trailer with 1,800 lb Capacity

Question:

I am refurbishing a small boat trailer that needs an axle, hub, and leaf springs. The dimensions of the existing parts are shown below. Can you recommend what parts would fit? I found a CE Smith 1800lb axle that would fit but I could not find a compatible hub assembly for the 8” tire. Thanks for your help Slipper Leaf spring 1 3/4” spring width 23 spring length center to center 9/16” bolt Axle 46.5” spring to spring bearing 55.5 axle hub to hub 60.5 spindle length Tire 4.80-8 Load range B Max load 590 lbs at 60 PSI Bolt 5@4.5”

asked by: Alan B

Expert Reply:

The CE Smith axle part # CE33201GA is the correct axle for your trailer based on all of the specs you mentioned. For a hub that can fit the smallest diameter wheel size you'd want the part # 8-259-50UC1 which can fit wheels down the 10 inch diameter. Then for a 10 inch wheel and tire you could use the part # AM3H490 and you'd be set.

The closest leaf spring to what you mentioned is the part # SP-113275 which is for a 2,000 lb capacity axle and is 23-1/2 inches long. You might need to move your hangers out to accommodate for this longer spring.

expert reply by: Jameson C