What Info is Needed to Install Drop Axle on Trailer
Question:
I have a boat trailer with 185 80 r13 tires on it can I switch to a drop axle to lower the trailer without causing a problem with the shackle bolts being too low to the ground
asked by: David R
Expert Reply:
Hey David, there's a pretty good chance you could but it really comes down to by how much lower the drop axle is to determine if you have fender clearance. Generally you want to have at least 3 inches of fender clearance. So you'd need that as a minimum unless you'd be willing to raise the fenders up.
To pick out an axle you'd need to know the capacity you need, distance between spring centers, and then distance from hub face to hub face.
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Trailer Axle Beam with Easy Grease Spindles - 4" Drop - 89" Long - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- Easy Grease Spindles
- No Hubs
- 3500 lbs
- Spindles Only
- 74 Inch Spring Center
- 89 Inch Hub Face
- Drop - 4 Inch
- etrailer
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