Replacement 3,500 Pound Axle for Converted Military Trailer

Updated 04/08/2020 | Published 11/14/2016

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Dexter Trailer Axle w/ Electric Brakes - 5 on 4-1/2 Bolt Pattern - 89" Long - 3,500 lbs

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$598.34

Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension w Electric Brakes - Standard Duty - No Drop - 5 on 4-1/2 - 3.5K

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Question:

guys I have purchased an M101A1 military trailer that I am looking to build into an adventure trailer to pull behind my 2014 Jeep Rubicon unlimited. I need to replace the axle and hubs so its compatible with my wrangler and bolt pattern. Can you direct me to the axle and hubs and anything else I need to make this conversion. I do believe i want electric brakes I am looking at the Dexter 3500lb axles

asked by: Erin T

Expert Reply:

The 3,500 pound Dexter Trailer Axle w/ Electric Brakes # 35545E-ST-89 measure 89 inches hub-face-to-hub-face and 74 inches spring-center-to-spring-center. You'll want to measure your trailer's current axle to make sure this will be a fit. If it isn't a fit you may need to have to order an axle from a local shop.

Another option is the 3,500 pound Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension System w Electric Brake Hubs # A35RS545E. The Timbrens eliminates the need for an axle tube. It consists of two separate units operating individually to give your trailer a smooth ride. Also, since there is no axle running across the underside of your trailer it will increase your ground clearance.

expert reply by: Charles S

Ryan

4/7/2020

What would you recommend for converting an M100 trailer and replacing the axel? I’d like to throw normal wheels on with 33inch tires. Do you guys provide instructions?

Chris R.

4/8/2020

You can certainly replace the axle on your M100 trailer but I would need to know some additional info on the existing components to make a good recommendation. If you want to go with a traditional thru-axle, I'll need to know the hub face and spring seat length, along with the capacity, of the existing unit. Otherwise something like the Timbren Axle-Less # A35RS545E that Charles mentioned above is a good, versatile option that just gets bolted to the trailer frame. The install manual can be found towards the bottom of the product page.