If you have the option to start from scratch, get the 5200lb. I'm currently not too fare below the 7000lb max with my open 18ft with two toolboxes, 6 fuel jugs and an 8-tire rack.
When I re-did my trailer axle setup, i really wanted to go up to 5200lbs but the cost of changing out all of my hubs/brakes/wheels wasn't worth it given that one day I will trade it for an enclosed.
Last edited by Pranav; 03-16-2017 at 07:08 PM.
Speaking of, anyone know if it's feasible to swap out mobile home axles to regular 5200lbs axles? Differing suspension mounts? I've got a line on an open trailer w/tire rack and storage but the MH axles make me nervous.Originally Posted by Pranav
Thoughts on ease of swapping over?
Bring a tape measure.
RM CMC Director
Excellent idea, kumquat.
Trailers are dead simple devices. You can buy entire axle assemblies and mounting brackets. I think Pranav carries one on his trailer nowIts not so much "can it be done" rather is it worth the money and time over just buying what you want.
Al Fernandez
If you are able to get into more detail/control over choosing your axles on the new trailer, get them with e-z lube snouts.
I used to run\ regular snout axles and had a "bearing buddy" on each hub that would apply grease+pressure to the outer bearings. This is good for dipping axles in water on boat trailers, but is not a substitute for keeping the inner bearing greased well like you can with an E-Z lube axle end.
I used to take my hubs apart every season and a half or so, not sure if I'll do it as frequently now that I switched to E-Z lube axles; I pump them full of fresh grease every few tows or so.
Under:I think Pranav carries one on his trailer now
https://goo.gl/photos/ZYpJPp83EPYRj8Cp7
...and a fully dressed brake/drum/hub assembly in the box!
Last edited by Pranav; 03-21-2017 at 03:34 PM.
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