Replacing Axles Brakes And Hubs On A 1998 Carson Enclosed Trailer
Published 10/13/2023 >
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
Hi, I have a 1998 Carson racer 20ft enclosed trailer. It has dual axles. I need to replace 1 of the axles. I have tried to contact Carson trailer to find out the weight capacity that I need but no luck. I need the axle and hubs with brakes. Can you recommend anything? Its 95 hub to hub, 80 from spring center, I believe the hub is 5 on 5. Thank you
asked by: Gabriel
Expert Reply:
We do indeed carry axles with a 95 hub face and 80" spring center. Knowing that it is a 5 lug hub, you are likely dealing with a 3,500 lb rated axle. If you want to confirm this you could always measure the diameter of the axle tube. A 3,500 lb axle should have a 2-3/8" tube diameter. If it is a higher capacity it would be a 3" tube. Provided all of that checks out, you will need the following parts for an axle, brakes and hubs.
Trailer Axle Beam # e68GR
Electric Trailer Brake Kit # AKEBRK-35-SA (sold as a pair)
Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly # AKHD-550-35-EZ-K (sold individually)
I would like to add that the 5 on 5 bolt pattern is uncommon, and we do like to confirm the bolt pattern prior to ordering if possible. A 5 lug pattern is measured from the center of one lug, to the outside edge of either lug across from it. This will give you the true bolt pattern measurement.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Dexter Trailer Axle Beam with E-Z Lube Spindles - 95" Long - 5,200 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- Standard Grade
- No Hubs
- 5200 lbs
- Spindles Only
- 80 Inch Spring Center
- 95 Inch Hub Face
- No Drop or Lift
- Dexter
more information >
Continue Researching
- Q&A: Replacement Dexter 5,200 lbs P15 Axle
- Q&A: Replacement Axles for Trailer With 94 Inch Long 5,200 Pound Dexter Axles
- Q&A: Looking for Bearings LM67048 and L44649 for Dexter D30 Axles
- Q&A: Replacement Oil Bath Hub Seal for 22333TC
- Q&A: AL/KO 5200 lb Axle Replacement
- Article: Holiday 2025 | Best Gifts for RVing
- Q&A: Recommended Weight Distribution System for a 7,000 lbs Big Tex 70DM Car Hauler
- Q&A: Can 3,500 lb Axles be Changed to 5,200 lb Axles and Parts Needed
- Article: 5 Tell-Tale Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Trailer’s Leaf Springs
- Article: How to Bleed Your Trailer Surge Brakes
- Article: 5 Things to Know About Weight Distribution Hitches
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Article: How to Accurately Measure Trailer Leaf Springs
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop

