Replacing Existing 3500 lb Axle With a 5200 lb Axle
Question:
Replacing a 3500 lb axle with a 5200 lb axle As you can see in the photos the leaf-springs are only 70 1/4 inches center-to-center and the only axle you offer that is the right length is 71 1/2. Do you have a solution? Also, as you can see in the other photo my current axle is square. I assume I will need to purchase Uinch bolts too?
asked by: RANDY I
Expert Reply:
When replacing a trailer axle, the spring seat spacing isn't super-critical because you can always relocate those by obtaining new spring seats and having them tacked into place where you need them. The hub face to hub face distance is what's critical.
What's the hub face dimension of your current axles? We offer 5.2K axles in the 3 most popular lengths (hub face to hub face) of 86-1/2 inches, 89 inches or 95 inches.
• 86-1/2 inch E-Z Lube axle, part # 8327816 for the axle only or # 8327816-EB for the axle + Hub/Drums.
• 89 inch E-Z Lube axle, part # 8327820 for the axle only or # 8327820-EB for axle + Hub/Drums
• 95 inch E-Z Lube axle, part # 6340624 for the axle only or # 6340624-EB for axle + Hub/Drums
You'll also need a U-bolt/plate kit for a 3 inch axle beam, part # APUBR-8.
If none of these axles are of the proper length, you'll need to order a custom axle locally as we don't ship them. A a good alternative to a custom axle would be to use a 5.2K capacity Timbren Axle-Less suspension, which would allow you to eliminate the leaf springs and the axle tube and simply bolt each unit to the trailer frame.
Timbren offers the following 5.2K models:
• 2 inch lift spindle, part # TASR5200S05
• 4 inch lift spindle, part # TASR5200S03
• 4 inch drop spindle, part # ASR5200S04
Since going with a higher rated axle means you'd also need to upgrade your leaf springs to realize the increased capacity offered by the axles, the Axle-Less system would be a great choice.
I'll link to a product demonstration video that you might find helpful.
Products Referenced in This Question
Dexter Trailer Axle Beam with E-Z Lube Spindles - 95" Long - 5,200 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- EZ Lube Spindles
- No Hubs
- 5200 lbs
- Spindles Only
- 80 Inch Long
- 95 Inch Long
- No Drop or Lift
- Dexter
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Dexter Trailer Axle w/ Electric Brakes - E-Z Lube - 6 on 5-1/2 Bolt Pattern - 95" - 5,200 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- EZ Lube Spindles
- Electric Brakes
- 5200 lbs
- 6 on 5-1/2 Inch
- 80 Inch Long
- 95 Inch Long
- No Drop or Lift
- Dexter
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Dexter Trailer Axle Beam with E-Z Lube Spindles - 86-1/2" Long - 5,200 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- EZ Lube Spindles
- No Hubs
- 5200 lbs
- Spindles Only
- 71-1/2 Inch Long
- 86-1/2 Inch Long
- No Drop or Lift
- Dexter
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Dexter Trailer Axle Beam with E-Z Lube Spindles - 89" Long - 5,200 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- EZ Lube Spindles
- No Hubs
- 5200 lbs
- Spindles Only
- 74 Inch Long
- 89 Inch Long
- No Drop or Lift
- Dexter
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Dexter Trailer Axle w/ Electric Brakes - E-Z Lube - 6 on 5-1/2 Bolt Pattern - 89" - 5,200 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- EZ Lube Spindles
- Electric Brakes
- 5200 lbs
- 6 on 5-1/2 Inch
- 74 Inch Long
- 89 Inch Long
- No Drop or Lift
- Dexter
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U-Bolt Kit for Mounting 5,200-lb to 7,000-lb, Round Trailer Axles - 7" Long U-Bolts
- Trailer Suspension Parts
- U-Bolt Kits
- Camper
- Car Hauler
- Utility Trailer
- 5200 lbs - 7000 lbs
- Round Axle - 3 Inch
- 1/2 Inch Diameter
- 7 Inch Long
- Dexter
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Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension - Standard Duty - 4" Drop - 5 Bolt Flange - 5,200 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Rubber Spring Suspension
- EZ Lube Spindles
- 5200 lbs
- Spindles Only
- Universal Fit
- Drop - 4 Inch
- Timbren
more information >
Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension - Standard Duty - 4" Lift - 5 Bolt Flange - 5,200 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Rubber Spring Suspension
- EZ Lube Spindles
- 5200 lbs
- Spindles Only
- Universal Fit
- Lift - 4 Inch
- Timbren
more information >
Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension - Standard Duty - 2" Lift - 5 Bolt Flange - 5,200 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Rubber Spring Suspension
- EZ Lube Spindles
- 5200 lbs
- Spindles Only
- Universal Fit
- Lift - 2 Inch
- Timbren
more information >
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Dexter Trailer Axle w/ Electric Brakes - E-Z Lube - 6 on 5-1/2 Bolt Pattern - 86-1/2" - 5.2K
- Trailer Axles
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- EZ Lube Spindles
- Electric Brakes
- 5200 lbs
- 6 on 5-1/2 Inch
- 71-1/2 Inch Long
- 86-1/2 Inch Long
- No Drop or Lift
- Dexter
more information >
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