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You will want to determine both the hub face to hub face dimension along with the spring center to spring center dimension on your current axle. The axle is secured to the leaf springs with a U-Bolt.
If you want to remove them your going to need a torch.
How to replace boat trailer axles. How I had to replace my boat trailer axle. How I had to replace my boat trailer axle. If playback doesnt begin shortly try restarting your device.
These measurements are awfully close to what you are needing so I recommend double checking your trailer to see if this will fit. This axle includes idler hubs with a 5 on 4-12 inch bolt pattern along with all the necessary bearings races seals grease caps wheel studs lug. Lifting BoatTrailer up to work on it Safely.
Hook the trailer up to the tow vehicle jack the trailer up under the spring perch on the axle on one side put a jack stand under the frame behind the rear spring mount repeat on the other side and do the work. Make sure the jack stands are on a hard stable surface. Since the suspension is built into a torsion axle if the suspension part was to wear out pretty much the only solution would be to replace the axle.
If the deflection or amount of travel of the wheels on the torsion axle has increased caused the trailer to bottom out or is not the same on each side then that would be a good indication that something is wrong. Measuring for Replacement Axles Bearings and Leaf Springs for 1976 Dilly Boat Trailer Troubleshooting Axle Alignment Issue on Tandem Axle EZ Loader Trailer Replacing a Lippert 3500 lb Leaf Spring Axle with a Dexter 3500 lb Leaf Spring Axle. We always recommend at the very lease to check it during your spring boat service because as we reviewed earlier the boat trailer wheel bearing is put through the ringer every time your boat is put in and taken out of the water.
This makes it difficult to tell when exactly is the right time to change your boat trailer wheel bearing. But with the right knowledge you can. Essentially the most important factors to replace your current axle are carrying capacity and length.
Boat Trailer Axles are mounted to your leaf springs using U-Bolts that are specific for the axle dimension and leaf spring size you are using. When purchasing a new axle it would be ideal to also purchase the correct U-Bolt Kit for that axle. Ive got to replace the axle and both hubs on the Sureride trailer for my little all electric boat.
The local dealer said that if they ordered from the trailer mfg Id be looking at 400-500 in partsshippinglabor to replace. I have a 3500 galvanized 2006 Shorelandr single axle boat trailer that has been used in saltwater a fair amount as well. The current spring style axle assembly is looking pretty rusty and I would like to replace it.
Probably with another spring axle but would like to consider a Torsion axle with replaceable Vault spindles. The best way for finding the correct replacement axle for your boat trailer is to take a couple of measurements on your existing unit. You will want to determine both the hub face to hub face dimension along with the spring center to spring center dimension on your current axle.
I have included an image that clarifies these measurements. How to Replace a Trailer Axle. The axle is secured to the leaf springs with a U-Bolt.
Remove the U-Bolts on both ends of the axle and the axle should be completely disconnected from the trailer. With an assistant on the other end of the axle lift and move it to the side until completely free of the leaf springs. To replace a spindle the old one would need to be cut off and the new one welded into place.
This is NOT a job for the do-it-yourselfer. The new spindle must be absolutely square with the axle in order to prevent premature tire wear and wheel tracking problems. I would recommend finding a welder who is experienced with trailer axles.
Slide the replacement axle under the trailer with the help of your assistant and position it on the leaf springs by reversing the procedure in Step 3. Secure the new axle to the leaf springs using the 12-inch ratchet and socket as well as the shocks if. Those spindles are welded to the axle and that is not a torsion axle.
That axle has a leaf spring purch. If you want to remove them your going to need a torch. If you want to replace them you will need a torch welder welding fixture and a large hydraulic press to straighten after welding.
The axles we offer are 89 inches from hub face to hub face and 74 inches from spring center to spring center. If your axles match these dimensions the part T3584F-EZ-8974 would be a great choice for a hubless axle. If you wanted an axle that came with hubdrums that have a 5 on 4-12 inch bolt pattern you would want the 35545E-ST-EZ-89.
Since you will be replacing your axle the easiest way to install this system will be to install a piece of 2-inch-square tubing through the integrated hole in the Axle-Less suspension. Then you will just need to bolt the suspension to the side of the trailers frame with three bolts. You will just need to make sure that the 3500 pound weight.