How to Choose a Replacement Axle for a 1980 Apache Ramada
Updated 06/20/2023 | Published 06/19/2023
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Hello, Im looking to replace the axle on my 1980 Apache Ramada. I would like it to be 3.5 ton with brakes. What other information would you need to hook me up? Thanks
asked by: Gary D
Helpful Expert Reply:
To choose the correct replacement axle for your 1980 Apache Ramada trailer you'll need to measure the distance between the spring centers and hub faces for your current axle and find one that has the same specs. For a 3.5K axle with brakes we have 3 different options:
- SC 74"/HF 89" # e43SR
- SC 80"/HF 95" # e52SR
- Timbren Kit # A35RS545E
The first two options are for traditional trailers while the Timbren kit uses individual suspension parts for better trailering performance so you'll want to swap to this if either of the first two axles don't match what you have.
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