Can Bearings and Brakes From 3,500 lb Axle be Used for New 3,500 lb Axle
Question:
Hi there, I have a enclosed trailer with 3500lb 4" drop axles and Id like to get some more height out of the trailer and replace axles with straight axles. Will I be able to move my brakes, hubs etc from one to the other?
asked by: Todd B
Expert Reply:
You should be able to remove your hubs and brakes from your current 3,500 lb axles and put them on a new one since they all use the L68149 inner and L44649 outer bearings. You can double check those bearings numbers and that your brakes mount using a 4-bolt pattern to make sure it will be compatible.
For a replacement axle we have traditional axles like the Dexter Axle # T3584F-EZ-8974 which has 89" hub-face and 74" spring-center measurements or you can go a different route with the Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension System # ASR3500S05.
You'll need to make sure your hub-face and spring-center measurements match to use the Dexter Axle but for the Timbren kit it comes with a rubber spring suspension that replaces your current leaf springs so it gives you more control and a better ride quality for your trailer.
Attached are installation videos of each for you to check out.
Products Referenced in This Question
Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension - Standard Duty - No Drop - 4 Bolt Flange - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Rubber Spring Suspension
- Easy Lube Spindles
- No Hubs
- 3500 lbs
- Spindles Only
- Universal Fit
- No Drop or Lift
- Timbren
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Dexter Trailer Axle Beam with EZ-Lube Spindles - 89" Long - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- Easy Lube Spindles
- No Hubs
- 3500 lbs
- Spindles Only
- 74 Inch Long
- 89 Inch Long
- No Drop or Lift
- Dexter
more information >
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