Dual Axel Trailer question.....

jeffbyrd66

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Is there any benefit to tire rotation on a trailer and how should it be done? (front to back or crossed) The reason I ask is my rear tires seem to show more wear than the front ones.
Thanks in Advance!!
 

oldjeep

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Re: Dual Axel Trailer question.....

No reason not to. I'd take a look at the way the trailer is set up though, your tires are telling you something. My guess would be that the tounge attachment is too high on the truck, shifting more load the the rear axle.

If you can find a local racecar shop it might be worthwhile to go there and run your trailer up on some scale pads and see how far off the weight distribution is.
 

tswiczko

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Re: Dual Axel Trailer question.....

I have the same problem and rotate front to rear to get even wear on my tires.
 

veritas honus

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Re: Dual Axel Trailer question.....

If rear tires are wearing more than the front, but evenly, then front to back should be fine. Look at the wear patterns and you'll see which way you'll need to go.
 

jeffbyrd66

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Re: Dual Axel Trailer question.....

Thanks for the fast answers........I think the previous owner had his to high as mine is level.

Thanks again!!
 
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