Adding an axle to trailer
 

Anyone add an axle to their trailer? I 'd like a tandem, would feel more comfortable on long trips. I am not sure it worth it or just look for a tandem trailer. Heres what i got
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j4.../012807005.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j4.../012807002.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j4.../012807001.jpg

Oh you can see the amount of bottom paint I got off in an hour with a simple scrapper. not easy but cheap.

Adding an axle to trailer
 

Anyone add an axle to their trailer? I 'd like a tandem, would feel more comfortable on long trips. I am not sure it worth it or just look for a tandem trailer. Heres what i got
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j4.../012807005.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j4.../012807002.jpg
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j4.../012807001.jpg

Oh you can see the amount of bottom paint I got off in an hour with a simple scrapper. not easy but cheap.

Re: Adding an axle to trailer
 

Lots of work and lots of money!! Sell yours and look for a tandem thats in good shape!!

Re: Adding an axle to trailer
 

Lots of work and lots of money!! Sell yours and look for a tandem thats in good shape!!

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I helped a buddy repair his and due to the cost of parts and the time it took not to mention the bruised nuckles and soar backs I would say sell yours and buy one that's already set up. I'm not sure were you live but here in Va. you also need brakes on on a tandem plus they have to have a yearly state inspection. :(

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I helped a buddy repair his and due to the cost of parts and the time it took not to mention the bruised nuckles and soar backs I would say sell yours and buy one that's already set up. I'm not sure were you live but here in Va. you also need brakes on on a tandem plus they have to have a yearly state inspection. :(

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I agree with Mac and 2nd, Lots of work and money, you should be able sell yours and break even or not have to add much.

Re: Adding an axle to trailer
 

I agree with Mac and 2nd, Lots of work and money, you should be able sell yours and break even or not have to add much.

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Looked at a new venture trailer. Pretty much the same as the trailer I got, but tandem with brakes and aluminum $2400. That too much for a trailer. i am always apprehnsive with used cause you can dump $400-500 into tires, brakes, bearings etc.. Guess I'll have to keep my eyes open for a deal.

Re: Adding an axle to trailer
 

Looked at a new venture trailer. Pretty much the same as the trailer I got, but tandem with brakes and aluminum $2400. That too much for a trailer. i am always apprehnsive with used cause you can dump $400-500 into tires, brakes, bearings etc.. Guess I'll have to keep my eyes open for a deal.

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Thats not bad! I paided $2400 2 years ago for a Load-Rite with no brakes and steel.
But I did not want any brakes any way, to mush a hassle!

http://syncboard.com/albums/Boat-Tac..._097.sized.jpg

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Thats not bad! I paided $2400 2 years ago for a Load-Rite with no brakes and steel.
But I did not want any brakes any way, to mush a hassle!

http://syncboard.com/albums/Boat-Tac..._097.sized.jpg

Re: Adding an axle to trailer
 

It can be done.......but.....

by the time you pick up an axle, spring hangers, springs, equalizers, wheels & tires, bearings, hubs, and a case of beer you've spent at least $700.

The other "but" is that the straight section of your frame rails may not be long ehough to mount the axles?

Airslot

Re: Adding an axle to trailer
 

It can be done.......but.....

by the time you pick up an axle, spring hangers, springs, equalizers, wheels & tires, bearings, hubs, and a case of beer you've spent at least $700.

The other "but" is that the straight section of your frame rails may not be long ehough to mount the axles?

Airslot

Re: Adding an axle to trailer
 

You guys confirmed what I thought i should do.

Re: Adding an axle to trailer
 

You guys confirmed what I thought i should do.

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Having just pulled a tandem axle for 200 miles I highly recommend them. Much better pulling than single axle.

Buy the new one, you cant take that money with you.

Re: Adding an axle to trailer
 

Having just pulled a tandem axle for 200 miles I highly recommend them. Much better pulling than single axle.

Buy the new one, you cant take that money with you.

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That $2400 price is GOOD for new alum. tandem w/brakes...


...like others, I think leave yours as is...keep good tires/ air/ bearings/etc til you find tandem you like...

Re: Adding an axle to trailer
 

That $2400 price is GOOD for new alum. tandem w/brakes...


...like others, I think leave yours as is...keep good tires/ air/ bearings/etc til you find tandem you like...

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aluminum is nice but steel is better. Aluminum will crack and steel won't i've had a few crack. Go with steel.

Re: Adding an axle to trailer
 

aluminum is nice but steel is better. Aluminum will crack and steel won't i've had a few crack. Go with steel.

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My Venture is steel, tandom axle, brakes, w/ rollers (the yellow ones that don't leave marks on the hull and I paid 2400 for it (new) in May '05. I thought I got a pretty good deal. Too bad it's been sitting ever since :'(

Re: Adding an axle to trailer
 

My Venture is steel, tandom axle, brakes, w/ rollers (the yellow ones that don't leave marks on the hull and I paid 2400 for it (new) in May '05. I thought I got a pretty good deal. Too bad it's been sitting ever since :'(

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Here's a trailer i bought for $400 and it has new brakes and tires. But i hate roller trailers. But for that price i won't turn them down. There is another one like it i found in Wil. NC for $300 but the guy is looking for the title still.

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a46...1/MVC-005S.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a46...1/MVC-004S.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a46...1/MVC-003S.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a46...MVC-002S-1.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a46...MVC-001S-1.jpg

Re: Adding an axle to trailer
 

Here's a trailer i bought for $400 and it has new brakes and tires. But i hate roller trailers. But for that price i won't turn them down. There is another one like it i found in Wil. NC for $300 but the guy is looking for the title still.

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a46...1/MVC-005S.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a46...1/MVC-004S.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a46...1/MVC-003S.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a46...MVC-002S-1.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a46...MVC-001S-1.jpg

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Thats in excellent shape and i've been looking never seen a deal like that. I am not a fan either of roller but like you said for that price Id deal with it. Book value on my single axle is $500 and its an 87.

Re: Adding an axle to trailer
 

Thats in excellent shape and i've been looking never seen a deal like that. I am not a fan either of roller but like you said for that price Id deal with it. Book value on my single axle is $500 and its an 87.

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I just went into a boat sales place asked what they had in used trailers the guy said follow me so he showed me several trailers this was the largest so i asked what ya want he said $500, but you know you never take first price so i said how about $400 he said sure let me get you the title and your info. got the title ended up being newer than i thought it was a 1996.

Re: Adding an axle to trailer
 

I just went into a boat sales place asked what they had in used trailers the guy said follow me so he showed me several trailers this was the largest so i asked what ya want he said $500, but you know you never take first price so i said how about $400 he said sure let me get you the title and your info. got the title ended up being newer than i thought it was a 1996.

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would you like to buy an Alumninum 2000 tandem bunk trailer for $1200?

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would you like to buy an Alumninum 2000 tandem bunk trailer for $1200?

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Tryin to make a quick $800 huh? I like a man who can make a quick buck with no hassles

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Tryin to make a quick $800 huh? I like a man who can make a quick buck with no hassles

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no wrong trailer that is my steel roller trailer i paid $400 for,

This is a 2000 E-Z Loader Aluminum Tandem Bunk trailer with working brakes, i could maybe get someone for $1200 see here Let me know

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a46...trailer001.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a46...trailer003.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a46...trailer002.jpg

Re: Adding an axle to trailer
 

no wrong trailer that is my steel roller trailer i paid $400 for,

This is a 2000 E-Z Loader Aluminum Tandem Bunk trailer with working brakes, i could maybe get someone for $1200 see here Let me know

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a46...trailer001.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a46...trailer003.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a46...trailer002.jpg

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Thats a nice deal for $1200!! Where were you when I was looking?? :(

Re: Adding an axle to trailer
 

Thats a nice deal for $1200!! Where were you when I was looking?? :(

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lol i'm going to pick it up i hope sat.

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lol i'm going to pick it up i hope sat.