Typical Capacity of 3 inch Diameter Trailer Axle

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Have triple axle trailer only i.d. They are marked wilbury lot 704 H inner bearing journal measures 1.750 ,6 lug on 5 1/2 center, tube measures 3 inch, brake drum 12 inch any idea of weight capacaity

asked by: Ruben M

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A 3 inch diameter round trailer axle normally has a 6,000 lb capacity. That would also match up to the other info you listed as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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Hello Bruce, Thanks for writing in! Using butyl tape between the trailer body and the Single Axle Jeep Style Trailer Fender - Diamond Plate Aluminum - 13" to 15" #HP96VR is exactly the route I would go. It stays flexible, creates an…

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You can use leaf springs that are rated higher than the axle without any issues as long as they measure the correct measurement for your trailer. For example the 6-leaf double eye spring for 7,000 lb axles part #e64SR measures 24-7/8" eye to…

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Hey Victor, yes the Long U-Bolt Kit part #RM33KT is a Roadmaster brand u-bolt kit. This does include nuts and washers as well.

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Thank you for providing the specs for the suspension components that you already have. Correct hanger spacing really depends on the components being used such as springs, hangers and equalizers. Most of the hanger spacing dimensions that we have are…

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Hi Chas, The Lippert Road Armor Shock Absorbing Equalizer part #LC53CK may work for your trailer, but that will depend on what equalizer is currently on your trailer. In order to determine what equalizers would be a fit for your trailer, we'll…

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There is no exact way to determine the leaf spring length. The best way to determine the length for a replacement is by measuring the existing leaf springs. The hanger distance and shackle length can help you get a good idea, but you're looking…

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It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 10

Hey Jesse, cool name! That's definitely a custom project, and there isn't a single off-the-shelf kit that'll give you everything you need. For a lift-up wall that's around 10' x 6', you're looking at building the door and…

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Answer 11

For a single axle trailer, you want the shackle strap to be able to move so that you have the spring deflection needed for your suspension. Angled like the photo or even almost vertical is fine you just don't want the shackle strap to bind and…

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Happy to help Chris, thanks for stopping by! The Goodyear Endurance ST205/75R14 Radial Tire with Eagle Aluminum Wheel #GY57QB is designed for 1/2"-20 wheel studs. If your 2023 Starcraft Autumn Ridge has the factory 1/2"-20 studs, I'd…

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