How to Determine if Trailer Spindle is Bent

Published 08/18/2023

Question:

How can I determine a bent spindle on trailer wheel without out obvious sighting

asked by: John

Helpful Expert Reply:

One thing you can do is take a straight edge that is longer than your tire and lay it across the tire parallel with your trailer frame. Measure the distance from the frame to the straight edge in front and back of the tire. If the measurement is the same then your spindle is not bent. This is assuming your tires are in good shape and don't have any bulges.

Outside of that, the only way to find if it is bent is to take your trailer to a professional who can check your spindle alignment.

expert reply by: Robin H