How do I know what size trailer axle I need?
If you bought a company-made trailer (as opposed to building one yourself from a kit) there should be a tag with the VIN, weight and capacities all there for you. You should find it on the driver’s side of the trailer. A second way to determine the size axle you need is to measure the diameter of your existing axle.
How do you measure a spring center for a trailer?
An easy way to measure your spring center is to hook a tape on the outside of one spring and measure to the inside of the opposite spring. This will give you an accurate measurement. To do this one, you have to pull the wheels off of both sides.
What is track length on a trailer axle?
Track length: You determine this by measuring the distance between the center of one tire to the other center, which is also called the axle hub face. You can obtain a more precise measurement by calculating the distance from one hub mounting flange to the other flange, which is the mounting surface.
How much weight can I put on a 3500 lb axle?
Expert Reply: It is highly likely that you can carry 5,000 pounds on two 3,500 pound axles. The carrying capacity of two 3,500 pound axles is 7,000 pounds. The axles support not only the cargo’s weight but also the weight of the trailer’s frame and body.
Should my trailer axle bow up or down?
A trailer axle should actually be bowed upwards in the middle and not downwards. When the trailer is loaded with your boat, that upward bow will flatten out and your tires will make even contact with the ground.
What is a 12mm thru axle?
Example of how to measure Thru Axle specifications. From this specification we know 142mm is the hub width (or frame spacing) and 12mm is the diameter of the axle. We need to specify the following items to get the proper replacement Thru Axle. Total Thru Axle length from the seat to the end of the threads.
How much weight can a 3500 lb axle trailer carry?