Center to Center Dimensions for Wheel Openings on Tandem Axle Trailer Fenders w/ Backing Plates - St

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What is the center to center dimension for the wheel openings on this fender?

asked by: Scott

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Hi Scott; the center to center wheel opening measurement is approximately 36" for the Tandem Axle Trailer Fenders w/ Backing Plates - Steel # HP32VR.

expert reply by: Robin H

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Robin H.

1/12/2026

Hi Scott, how did the 36-inch center-to-center measurement work out for your tandem axle fenders? Knowing if that spacing matched your trailer could help others checking fitment too.

Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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