Doughnut Trailer

[two_bit_score]

Sell the trailer and go buy a new trailer that will be reliable and safely haul what you need it to haul. something that you will have peace of mind with.

 

[Diamondpilot]

I bought an equipment trailer from a guy for a steal awhile back. Getting ready to use it, I found a tire had went flat. No problem, right, just add air. Well, the rim is all rusted out and air is leaking around the rim. While looking for a replacement I found out the hub/rim assembly if for a "mobile home" setup...doughnut tire. I was told that this setup is really not reliable. I like to upgrade the hub/rim but buying the parts will cost more than the trailer. :confused2:

***Questions*** Are trailer doughnut rim setup reiliable? Should I upgrade the hub/rim assembly?

Here's an article to reference.

I personally won't touch them. Too many issues I have seen from my 20 plus years in the business.

That said if they are infact legal in your state to reuse rims, axles, tires are cheap to buy.

Chris

 

[TractorBob1529]

Took the tire off and went ahead and removed the hub. I tooks some pictures and see what you all think. While under the trailer, I found that the axles are made by Dexter. Everything looks factory except the doughnut hub/rim setup. I also mic the spindles and they are setup for HD use.

 

[Diamondpilot]

Those are not MH axles but close.

You can convert them easily to modern hub and wheel setup. I would spend the money and get away from the Pain in the Arse wheels you have.

Chris

 

[TractorBob1529]

Started pricing the parts. A little under $1,000.00 so far. Those were Dexter hubs on the trailer.

 

[foreman Etexas]

Started pricing the parts. A little under $1,000.00 so far. Those were Dexter hubs on the trailer.

My 2cents would be to sell it and start over,just dont see you(or should say I wouldnt be) pulling that 10,000lb kubota on it..Sorry I would suggest a 14k trailer (I suggest the lowboy cause I know what its like walking the Hoe up the regular deck trailers)but I know some dont like the GN(I think they are great when hauling heavy loads),so a bumper pull in equal size,if you got the truck for it...


Even at 10k you are close to the top max load,this is mine with 10-1500lb bales on it(yes im over-loaded)

 

[tlbuser]

Took the tire off and went ahead and removed the hub. I tooks some pictures and see what you all think. While under the trailer, I found that the axles are made by Dexter. Everything looks factory except the doughnut hub/rim setup. I also mic the spindles and they are setup for HD use.

Everything is factory. Look at the Dexter site. They still sell all the parts or you can swap to new hub/drums.

Dexter Axle - Trailer Axles and Running Gear Components - Hub Kits 5.2K-6K