Dexter Axle upgrade 3500 to 5200
I have Dexter neverlube 3500 pound axles on my 6400 pound TT, D rated tires and 6 lug rims. I have had one bearing failure and now it is almost time to replace the cartridge bearings again. The bearin...
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Highway 4x4 wrote:
I have Dexter neverlube 3500 pound axles on my 6400 pound TT, D rated tires and 6 lug rims. I have had one bearing failure and now it is almost time to replace the cartridge bearings again. The bearings are about $80 each + press old out and new in. If I have it done that is about $400-$500. The bearings on the 3500 pound axles are kind a small. I am thinking of going to 5200 pound axles and wondering if anyone has done it. I know I would have to replace just about everything but it would be nice to just do the axles and bearings. I am a do it yourself guy and installed the Dexter E-Z flex myself. Any advice other than sell the TT and get a new one?
Yes, I've done it. Take all the measurements and then give Dexter a call. They made custom axles for me for little more than the stocked items.
