What Information is Needed to Replace Trailer Axle
Question:
I want to buy a new axel with hubs for my boat trailer. It measures 64 inches from the outside of each tire and each tire has 5 lugs. Is that enough info to order?
asked by: Bob C
Expert Reply:
To order an axle, you will want to know a bit more information.
First, you will want to know the hub face measurement. This is considered the length of an axle. The hub face is measured from the base of one wheel stud to the base of the wheel stud on the opposite side of the axle.
You will also want the spring center measurement. The spring center is the approximate width of your trailer. This is measured from the center of the spring center hole on one side of the axle to the spring centering hole on the other.
If the hubs are no longer on the axle, a different measurement to consider is the flange-to-flange length. Though not as accurate as the hub face measurement, this can help determine the length needed if the hubs are already removed from the trailer. This is measured from the outside of one brake flange to the outside of the opposite flange.
You will also want to know the wheel bolt pattern, as you mentioned. However, you will need a bit more information to know the pattern. Wheels with 5 lugs can come in 5 on 4-1/2 inches, 5 on 4-3/4 inches, 5 on 5 inches, or 5 on 5-1/2 inches wheel bolt patterns. I have attached a help article on how to determine the wheel bolt pattern for you.
The last bit of information you will want is the capacity of your existing axle to know what capacity your new axle will need to be.
I have also attached diagrams showing where to measure the hub face, spring center, and flange-to-flange measurements.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
CE Smith Trailer Axle w/ Idler Hubs - 5 on 4-1/2 - 57-1/2" Long - 1.8K
- Trailer Axles
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- Marine Grade
- Idler Hubs
- 1800 lbs
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 46-1/2 Inch Spring Center
- 57-1/2 Inch Hub Face
- No Drop or Lift
- CE Smith
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: CE Smith Trailer Axle Beam with Standard Spindles - Galvanized - 57-1/2" Long - 1.8K
- Video: Hands-On with the CE Smith Trailer Axle w/ Idler Hubs
- Shop: Timken Bearing Kit, LM67048 Inner/Outer Bearings, LM67010 Inner/Outer Race, 203013 Seal
- Video: CE Smith Trailer Axle Beam with Standard Spindles Feature Review
- Shop: Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 2,000-lb Axles - 4 on 4 - Galvanized
- Shop: U-Bolt Kit for Mounting 2,000-lb, Round Trailer Axles - 4-1/4" Long U-Bolts
- Shop: Shackle Bolt For Double-Eye Springs - 9/16" Diameter - Plain - 3" Long
- Search Results: castle nut
- Video: Let’s Check Out the Washer For 1" Spindle
- Q&A: Does It Matter If the Spring Center and Hub Face Is Different When Replacing A Trailer Axle
- Video: An In-Depth Look at the CE Smith Front/Center/Rear Hanger Bracket for Double-Eye Springs
- Video: Review of the CE Smith Front/Rear Hanger Bracket for Double-Eye Springs
- Search Results: spring seat
- Search Results: cotter pin
- Search Results: lm 67048
- Search Results: lm67010
- Search Results: grease cap
- Video: 4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 4,000-lb Trailer Axles Spec Review
- Video: Feature Review Timken Grease Seal
- Q&A: Axle Replacement 1720 Harbor Freight Trailer
- Article: Trailer Tire Sizing
- Q&A: What Is The Overall Length Of The CE Smith Trailer Axle Beam CES84XR?
- Q&A: Recommended Replacement Axle for Harbor Freight Folding Trailer 62671
- Q&A: What PSI Should Loadstar 4.80-12 Bias Trailer Tire with 12" Galvanized Wheel be Inflated to
- Article: How to Measure a Trailer Axle
- Q&A: Options For Adding Regular 5 On 4-1/2" Hubs To A 1950s Boat Trailer
- Article: How to Tell the Weight Rating of a Trailer Axle
- Article: 7 Common Questions Everyone Has About Trailer Tires
- Article: How to Accurately Measure Trailer Leaf Springs
- Article: Trailer Lighting Requirements
on Trailer Suspension Parts
