Replacement axle question.

As long as the two axles are in alignment with the trailer frame and with each other, a 1/2 inch difference in length won’t matter one bit. This assumes the springs are mounted the same difference apart on both tubes (within an 1/8 or so).
If you want an expert opinion, call Dexter axle on Monday.

Not many replies John, likely due to lack of alignment specialists. I can only offer a few thoughts. Are the hangers possibly bent/damaged, since the original axle was bent? Axles are normally bent upwards, with the peak in the center. If this peak differs front axle to rear axle, that would bother me. I would be happier if the new axle was 1/4 inch short on each end, making the axle bend, more centered. In this case, I'd say it won't matter long term.

I can't answer your question "will it matter", but if mine, I would search out an actual tech for correct info, to satisfy my perfectionist obsession. :)

Jerry

TenOC wrote:

shadows4 wrote:
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Got under the trailer today and the new axle is 1/2 inch narrower than the original.

Diameter or length????

The axle is 1/2 inch shorter in length.

TenOC wrote:

shadows4 wrote:
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Got under the trailer today and the new axle is 1/2 inch narrower than the original.

Diameter or length????

Might want to think about that question;

You can see it on the drivers side. The curb side is lined up like it should be. Is this going to be a problem down the road? Thanks.

First, it is normal for axles to walk side to each as you turn. I would think if you stopped to check while going in straight line both axles should be centered. This would worry me. And I would not be satisfied if I paid for new axle installed and did not match.

shadows4 wrote:
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Got under the trailer today and the new axle is 1/2 inch narrower than the original.

Diameter or length????