Options For Replacing Damaged Spindle On Older 14' Cattle Trailer
Updated 12/15/2025 | Published 11/14/2024
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Question:
I have a older cattle 14 foot trailer. spindle broke off . I was a welder when I was younger . the axle stub is about 9 1/2 long over all and un machined end is 1 3/4 it has a 6 lug hub . I assume 3500 lb. similar to your 84 but longer. Any thoughts Thanks.
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Expert Reply:
Hello, and thanks for getting in touch. Your best option here will be to get new spindles for your trailer, or to replace the axles altogether. A lot of older trailers use spindles that are now obsolete, and it sounds like this is the case with your spindle. If the damaged spindle is replaced, you will want to have all of the spindles replaced. The hub face will not be the same and this could cause poor ride quality and uneven tire wear.
The good news is we do have 6 lug hubs that will work with the #84 spindle you mentioned. So you can use the # TRU84FR spindle with the # AKIHUB-655-35-EZ-K hub which is a 6 on 5-1/2" bolt pattern.
Keep in mind the new spindles must be welded exactly straight. They have to be perfectly centered and concentric or all types of tire wear, tracking or vibration issues can arise. This generally requires special equipment that only an axle shop would have. Only a highly trained welder with the correct jigs should install a new spindle. Most of the time it is easier to replace the axle entirely.
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#84 Spindle for 3,500-lb Trailer Axles - 1-3/4" Diameter
- Trailer Spindles
- Standard Spindle
- Without Flange
- L68111
- 1-3/4 Inch Diameter
- Round
- For 3500 lb Axle
- TruRyde
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Jesse M.
12/15/2025
Hey, how did things go with the new spindle and 6-lug hub for your cattle trailer? Were you able to get everything aligned and welded straight? Sharing how it turned out could help others working on older trailers like yours.