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Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 11-17-2020, 09:11 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,680
Posted By JohnB
Here is a non braked Dexter #84 spindle kit. No...

Here is a non braked Dexter #84 spindle kit. No brake flange but the spindle diameter may be the the same. ...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 11-17-2020, 09:02 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,680
Posted By JohnB
I agree on one spindle fits all, just it is...

I agree on one spindle fits all, just it is unknown, so far.

I did some digging and found this on the Dexter site.

PDF page 26, catalog page 25 shows the parts breakout for a D35 axle which is...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 11-16-2020, 07:02 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,680
Posted By JohnB
Hi, I followed your trail to Etrailer, there...

Hi,

I followed your trail to Etrailer, there are a few things, good and then 1 big unknown.

The good.

The tapered roller bearing race and bearing numbers align between the brake drum and...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 11-10-2020, 02:42 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,680
Posted By JohnB
Sounds like a plan. Think of it this way,...

Sounds like a plan.

Think of it this way, you are getting a full advanced learning course on trailer suspension and weights and balance. :D

Keep digging, you will sort this out.
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 11-06-2020, 09:24 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,680
Posted By JohnB
If your camper is starting to sway, that is a...

If your camper is starting to sway, that is a heads up, something is causing it and do not accept it. I agree with Mainah, first is to find out the TW percentage of the camper total GVW. If the...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 11-06-2020, 09:15 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,680
Posted By JohnB
On the brand of trailer drum brake parts, Dexter...

On the brand of trailer drum brake parts, Dexter is my first pick. Better quality, they stand behind their product, and they will help you when you call/write them.

Alko is also good, they are...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 11-06-2020, 09:07 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,680
Posted By JohnB
This helps. Now you have a higher confidence of...

This helps. Now you have a higher confidence of your empty van weight. Most times they include full fuel in that cargo/occupants number. This is a little long, but I am explaining it so you learn...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 11-04-2020, 06:08 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,680
Posted By JohnB
Your pics are good resolution and very clear. I...

Your pics are good resolution and very clear. I could zoom in and see it was a 50psi tire.

Doing some digging, this is your tire https://sutongctr.com/tires/h180/

The brand is Hi Run, the...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 11-04-2020, 05:34 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,680
Posted By JohnB
The good news, you have more axle then needed....

The good news, you have more axle then needed. The 3500# rating is common as the brakes are to. They are the 10" x 2 1/4" brakes. Just remember, the leaf springs are still what Sunline installed...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 11-02-2020, 10:06 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,680
Posted By JohnB
I started to look into your tow vehicle setup....

I started to look into your tow vehicle setup. You did a good job and brought a lot of good stuff to the post. You get a A+!

Getting info on your mini van is hard on the shipping weight. I'm...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 11-02-2020, 09:51 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,680
Posted By JohnB
Ideally, the axle is put on the correct way. The...

Ideally, the axle is put on the correct way. The issue is tire wear can be accelerated with an wheel alignment issue.

This is the specs Dexter and Alko told me.



Dexter bought Alko since...
Forum: Towing and Tow Vehicles 11-01-2020, 09:55 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,680
Posted By JohnB
Hi, I will get back to you on your tow...

Hi,

I will get back to you on your tow vehicle questions, but I wanted to say this about the brake questions.

For sure, call Dexter customer service and tell them the numbers on the axle...
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