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So I need a trailer axle for my half tub build. I can buy a 3500# axle with the 5x5.5 bolt pattern for $150-$250. No brain damage, ready to go.
Or...
I have access to a D30 from a CJ. I was thinking I could strip off the spindles and hub/rotors and weld them to a piece of tubing/pipe. Basically making my own m416 type axle.
I'm trying to keep the budget down to $500 on this build so $200 would be a pretty big hit. At the same time I don't want the freaking wheels falling off.
Any one ever heard of using front spindles to make their own axle?
What's the WMS to WMS dimension?
The more I think about it, the more I'm leaning towards just buying a new axle. I'm sure I'll have plenty of other fab work to do with out adding axle work to the list.
Oh, I found some CJ7 leaf springs on the cheap. Woot.
Ted, what is your rear axle? If it is a ford 9 you might consider using a ford 9 in the trailer. That way it will be the source of spare shafts and third member in the event you need them.
That was my first thought. I'm running a 8.8 with adapters and already have spare shafts.
I just got a quote from ABC trailers, 3500# 62" wide axle, 5x5.5" pattern, with the easy-lube spindles, $160 to my door. Winner, winner, chicken diner.
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