Axle Replacement

[Gary521]

I lost a wheel bearing coming home from my last trip. This took out the spindle on the axle end. I need to replace the axle but not need the springs or brakes. I called Heartland parts and they told me that they can only sell me the assembly. I called Dexter and they will not sell me the axle but to go thru a local supplier. Fortunately, there is a local supplier who can do this. Does all of this sound right for those of you who have replaced an axle?

 

[Jesstruckn/Jesstalkn]

Yes but if your going to swap it out I would just do the entire thing. It's probably not much more cost and you'll have everything new. Brakes, drums, bearing, and it's a really easy swap that way.
That's what I would do.

Jerrod

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[cookie]

Heartland gets the axle as an assembly ready to put on the new rigs so that sounds right.
Dexter, I have no clue why they wont sell the axle to you.
If you have a local that will do what you need then that is most likely the way you will have to go.
But, if you have a local big rig trailer shop in the area they may be able to weld a new spindle on your axle and give you an alignment.

Peace
Dave

 

[lynndiwagoner]

Had the same thing happen to me on a Hitchhiker. Ordered new axle and was pretty easy to replace. Try here:

https://www.etrailer.com/s.aspx?qry=7000+Lb+Dexter+Axle

 

[travelin2]

Your signature indicates you’re from the Denver area. There has to be a trailer dealership that can sell you an axle assembly. I’d do what Jerrod suggests-axle, brakes, bearings, etc. Remove the old axle u-bolts and in with replacement

On edit...disc brake conversion wasn’t mentioned in OP. Having that identified, I’d buy just the axle too and go from there


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[2psnapod2]

Performance Trailer Braking can get you a new axle. One ordered to the exact specs as the other one. Give us a call at 405.626.7009.

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[TravelTiger]

If you don't want to do it yourself, in the Denver area we had good dealings with these folks a few years ago:

http://denverspringandsuspension.com


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[Gary521]

Yes but if your going to swap it out I would just do the entire thing. It's probably not much more cost and you'll have everything new. Brakes, drums, bearing, and it's a really easy swap that way.
That's what I would do.

Jerrod

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Last year I added disk brakes and all new bearings (Timken). I used the same grease that I use on a road race car. High temp synthetic grease. Anyhow, the springs are OK. I need to replace one hub and a caliper bracket. I will rebuild the caliper as it got cooked. Yes, I will have everything new again. I have no idea why it failed. I have about 12,000 miles since the disk brake add on. The local trailer shop is quoting $450 for a Dexter axle and $250 for a Lippert axle.

 

[Jesstruckn/Jesstalkn]

I would say it was probably improper bearing adjustment. To tight or to loose.

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[Gary521]

Performance Trailer Braking can get you a new axle. One ordered to the exact specs as the other one. Give us a call at 405.626.7009.

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I called this number but there was no answer and the mailbox was full.

 

[Jesstruckn/Jesstalkn]

It is Michaels cell number. Send him a text

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[danemayer]

Michael's been moving into a new rig for the past few days and may not have been keeping up with calls.

 

[2psnapod2]

PM me your number and I will call you. Yes it has been very busy the last few days!

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[carl.swoyer]

I lost a wheel bearing coming home from my last trip. This took out the spindle on the axle end. I need to replace the axle but not need the springs or brakes. I called Heartland parts and they told me that they can only sell me the assembly. I called Dexter and they will not sell me the axle but to go thru a local supplier. Fortunately, there is a local supplier who can do this. Does all of this sound right for those of you who have replaced an axle?

There is a label on the axel. With that you can get axel specifics from Lippert. I was able to get mine.

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[Gary521]

There is a label on the axel. With that you can get axel specifics from Lippert. I was able to get mine.

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Yes, I saw the label. It is a Dexter axle but I will check with Lippert to see what they can do.

 

[carl.swoyer]

Yes, I saw the label. It is a Dexter axle but I will check with Lippert to see what they can do.

I was trying to attach the spec sheet from my downloads, but it won't attach. I believe that the purchase order # was what I used.

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[Gary521]

any help is appreciated- thanks.

 

[JohnD]

Go to Iron Bear Axle just off of I-25 and 58th. Ave.

I used them before I packed up and left Denver back in March!

Those guys are AWESOME!

https://ironbeartrailer.com/

 

[2psnapod2]

Gary, I was unable to call last night. Are you able to talk now?

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[Gary521]

Gary, I was unable to call last night. Are you able to talk now?

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Yes, I am home now.

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Go to Iron Bear Axle just off of I-25 and 58th. Ave.

I used them before I packed up and left Denver back in March!

Those guys are AWESOME!

https://ironbeartrailer.com/

Thanks, for the info. I have been to their place before when it was a different name. I forgot about them