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djgodden
Explorer
Mar 18, 2016

Montana Axle Change - Easy or Not?

My 2005 Montana 2955RL has 2 Dexter D52-8 (5,200lb 8 lug) axles. Given it's dry weight of 9,200lbs, this puts them right at the edge. I'm considering changing the axles to either 6k or 7k rated ones.

So... can I simply change the axles and use the same hub/brakes or would those have to be changed as well?
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    tvman44
    Explorer
    Mar 18, 2016
    As BB said axles not carrying all of that, & yes they should be easy to change if you desire.
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    BB_TX
    Nomad
    Mar 18, 2016
    First off consider that you have 2,000 lbs or more dry sitting on the hitch pin. That means you only have 7,000 lbs or so sitting on the axles. So you are not "at the edge" as you think.

    But if you want more info about the Montana, try the Montana Owners Club forum for lots of Montana experience and help.

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