Looking For Drive-Over Fender To Mount On Deck Of Utility Trailer

Question:

I was wondering if you would have any type of drive over fenders that would mount to a trailer deck. I converted an old pop up camper frame to a utility trailer and the wheels are underneath the deck. The tires have clearance but when the trailer bounces I can hear the tires rub on the deck. Any help is appreciated.

asked by: Noah L

Expert Reply:

That is a good question, Noah. We do offer trailer fenders like the Single Axle Trailer Fender for Enclosed Trailers # HP39VR you were looking at. They are intended to be placed on the side of a trailer though, and they are not meant to be driven over. Nothing we offer is really intended for that purpose.

Lifting the trailer is a good way to get clearance between the tires and the deck. Adding taller spring hangers is one way to do it. Or if you can tell me the size and weight capacity of your axle I can see if we have a lift kit for you.

expert reply by: Jesse M

Noah L.

8/14/2024

I have a weird situation. I modified an old pop up camper frame into a utility trailer and the leaf springs are mounted differently than they would normally be. I don’t know if there’s a way to send pictures but it’s hard to explain over email.

Jesse M.

8/15/2024

@NoahL You can email pictures to me just reply to the email that brought you to this page. I am happy to take a look.

Noah L.

8/14/2024

I currently have tires that are 20.5X8.0-10. Would swapping this to an 8 inch wheel help my deck clearance issue? What would be the negatives of going from a 10 inch wheel to an 8 inch wheel? Thanks

Jesse M.

8/15/2024

@NoahL Yes a smaller tire or wheel will bring the tire farther from the deck so this is a potential solution. There are a few negatives. The ride height will be lowered which may be good or bad depending on your setup. Smaller tires may also have a lower load capacity, so this may or may not be an issue depending on the weight of the trailer. Tire capacity combines when using two tires so we want to make sure that combined capacity is greater than the total loaded weight of the trailer. We also need to confirm your hub bolt pattern to make sure the new wheels will bolt up correctly.