Option to Replace 3,000 Axle With 4 Inch Drop

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Trying to replace axle on 60s camper. Assume I need a 3000# weight. It mounts to leaf springs with a 4 to 5 inch drop. Springs measure 49 outside to outside. Outside to outside of hubs measure about 63. I need complete axle with electric brakes, rims and possibly tires. Thanks

asked by: Jack N

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Expert Reply:

We have an option but nothing in those measurements. The closest we have is the Timbren Axle-Less Suspension System, which are simply bolted or welded so you do not have to worry about finding an axle that meets any specific measurements.

There isn't a 3,000 lb option but there is a 3,500 lb, and for that with a 4" drop, along with the hub and drum and electric brakes, you will need the following:

- Timbren Heavy-Duty Axle-Less Trailer Suspension - 4" Drop Spindle # TASR35HDS03

- Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly # AKHD-655-6-EZ-K

- TruRyde Electric Trailer Brake Kit # TRU96FR

- Mounting Hardware # BRKH12

The hub has a 6 on 5-1/2" bolt pattern, so that's what you'll need for your rims as well, such as the Vesper Steel Modular Trailer Wheel # TA32FR or Dexstar Steel Mini Mod Trailer Wheel # AM20539.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

The Dexstar trailer wheel part #AM20560 is exactly what you are looking for. It's the same diameter, width, color, wheel bolt pattern, and has the small holes you mentioned.

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Answer 2

The Dexstar Black Steel Mini Mod 15 x 6 Trailer Wheel #AM20560 has zero offset. This 6-lug wheel has a pilot hole diameter of 4.27-inches, a weight rating of 2830-lbs and it fits several trailer tire sizes including 205/75-15, 225/75-15 and…

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Answer 3

The Phoenix USA QuickTrim Hub Cover #QT655B will fit the Vesper Steel Modular Trailer Wheel #TA32FR.

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Answer 4

18 inch trailer tires aren't really a standard option so there aren't any ST rated tires for that size wheel. I'd be interested to know if the wheels and tires you have now are actually rated for trailer use or if they were designed for a…

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Answer 5

The Americana Metal, Bolt-In Valve Stem #AM20906 will allow for you to run the 110psi that you need with the Taskmaster Steel Modular Trailer Wheel #TA32FR. This 15" x 6" wheel will be able to handle the pressure. Be sure to verify your…

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Answer 6

Your math is correct in your trailer weight load example. If a fully-loaded tandem axle trailer weighs 4000-lbs then each of the 4 tires will bear 1/4th of that load, or 1000-lbs. In this case a tire rated for 1300-lbs would provide a good safety…

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Answer 7

As long as the 235/65-17 tires are rated properly for your vehicle you can downgrade from a 245/65-17. How much the vehicle weighs, passengers and cargo determine how much weight capacity your tires should be rated for. If you have the passenger…

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Answer 8

Taskmaster and Westlake Wheels are not made in the USA, but Asia. The Dexstar wheel #AM20560 is made in the USA. For your tire, I do not have a "Made in the USA" option. You could go with the Karrier #AM10303.

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Answer 9

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 10

The two sizes you mentioned are pretty similar and fit many of the same 15 inch wheels. The 205/75-15 fits rim widths of 5 inch to 6-1/2 inch whereas the 225/75-15 fits widths that are 5 inch to 6 inch. The 205 is 27.1 inches tall and the 225 is 28.4…

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Answer 11

For your 2018 Ram 2500 with the factory puck system the best 5th Wheel Hitch is the B&W OEM Companion. If you have the 8 foot bed then you will want the fixed 25K #BWRVK3600 and if you have the short 6-1/2 foot bed you will need the 20K Slider…

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Answer 12

Yes, in order to set your trailer up for use with shore power you will first need an AC distribution panel. For this, I recommend a Progressive Dynamics Series AC Distribution Panel. In order to bring power into the panel you will also need a power…

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