Trailer Overhaul

[stopher]

Dual Load Rite 21T3600S (galvanized).
I would like a manual and parts list, but I could measure stuff.

QUESTION:
where can I get a Load Rite parts reference manual ?

QUESTION:
Should my 22ft Stingray bowrider be be berthed, blocked, or can I painfully do the work with it on trailer ? Howto block it ?

QUESTION:
How much clearance is appropriate...1991 trailer now has 6"...seems pretty low ! Need to change leaf springs (2ct. 26") ?

Some rust on frame UBolts...figure I'd change the bad ones.
Rollers wobbly. probably have some bad roller-hubs.

QUESTION: it works...when should I start worrying about rollers and rusting roller-hubs ?

One axle spindle (it is a dual, so it is 1/4 spindles) is partially stripped. Can I get away with changing the spindle ($25) or do i need an axle ($150-500) ? [champion trailer looks interesting]

QUESTION:
How do I change spindle on axle ? Does it require welding or can I bolt it on ? ...would be nice to have an OEM manual for decision reference.

 

[Silvertip]

Re: Trailer Overhaul

OEM manuals are of little use as the part numbers are for the trailer manufacturers parts. Many of those parts are outsourced and are essentially standard so you pay a markup. Bearings, bolts, rollers, springs, and axles are all available from other sources. You just need to measure them. Spindles require welding so the old one needs to be cut off and the new one welded. Rollers on a roller trailer are intended to wobble so they conform to the angle of the boat hull. Perhaps that's why they call them "wobble rollers". d Springs are measured eye to eye and number of leafs. Common items. Bearings, races, and seals have numbers on them that can be referenced at any parts store. Bearing sizes are fairly standard 1", 1-1/16", 1-3/8"). I assume the 6-inch clearance you measured is between the axle and the road. Six inches road clearance is fine.

 

[JB]

Re: Trailer Overhaul

If you haven't already been there, stopher, check out championtrailers.com.

I think they can supply anything you might need, and explain to you how to know what you need, too.

 

[Zackman]

Re: Trailer Overhaul

Second the use of the championtrailers.com web site.

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: Trailer Overhaul

i use Champion exclusively. got and old 4 inch frame, heavy trailer, going to replace the whole under carriage. i also have a marine discount store near by for ubolts, etc.

 

[sabastianunf]

Re: Trailer Overhaul

Marine discount store? Never heard of such a thing - please tell me more. What's the name and do they ship? Do they have a website?

 

[stopher]

Re: Trailer Overhaul

Can anyone advise on an appropriate clearance for the trailer ?

I am thinking that a 1991 trailer might need fresh springs to raise up the drop axle away from the ground.

what min height should I get excited before I blow the dough ?

 

[Bondo]

Re: Trailer Overhaul

The Minimun height is Just High enough so the Drive doesn't hit the Ground.................

Any Higher,+ you'll just make it Harder to Load-Out of the water..........

In other words,..........

Lower is Better...........

 

[Silvertip]

Re: Trailer Overhaul

The only way you can raise the axle higher off the ground is to add larger tires, or replace the axle with a non-dropped axle. Springs only support the frame and the load. Axles are unsprung weight.

 

[Silvertip]

Re: Trailer Overhaul

The poll was about raising the AXLE clearance. Obviously re-arched springs, more leafs, longer shackles, etc. will raise the frame but the axle(s) stay at their current height.

 

[stopher]

Re: Trailer Overhaul

Dual Load Rite 21T3600S (galvanized).
I would like a manual and parts list, but I could measure stuff.

QUESTION:
where can I get a Load Rite parts reference manual ?

QUESTION:
Should my 22ft Stingray bowrider be be berthed, blocked, or can I painfully do the work with it on trailer ? Howto block it ?

QUESTION:
How much clearance is appropriate...1991 trailer now has 6"...seems pretty low ! Need to change leaf springs (2ct. 26") ?

Some rust on frame UBolts...figure I'd change the bad ones.
Rollers wobbly. probably have some bad roller-hubs.

QUESTION: it works...when should I start worrying about rollers and rusting roller-hubs ?

One axle spindle (it is a dual, so it is 1/4 spindles) is partially stripped. Can I get away with changing the spindle ($25) or do i need an axle ($150-500) ? [champion trailer looks interesting]

QUESTION:
How do I change spindle on axle ? Does it require welding or can I bolt it on ? ...would be nice to have an OEM manual for decision reference.

OK..it's been a few years and with much ad hoc advice, I've procrastinated changing rusted UBolts.
Now I am second thinking myself. Perhaps I should change them. Some have surface rust but are not flaking. they are stainless.

Driving to water is 1.5 hours, but I'd not have a place to work on it unless i go to a rental marina along the middle chesapeake.
Could i block it off of my trailer ? where can i get blocking instructions...and be safe on my 21 ft sting ray 5.7 bowrider and loadright galvanized dual trailer ?

 

[RWilson2526]

Re: Trailer Overhaul

If you have ss u-bolts and they are only surface rusted I woulndt change them unless you are worried about how they look.....they are not going to break on you because of surface rust....I rehabbed my trailer last year...the ubolts were zinc plated and the part of the bolt sticking out from the nut were rusted to about 1/2 the diameter of their original size....they were STILL strong as hell and tough to get off.

If you are going to work on your trailer I would get the boat off of it....do a search here about how to do it , it's been discussed tons of times....its not hard at all to do. took me about an hour using two jacks and some wood.

If you are going to start changing parts I suggest you get a 4 1/2" angle grinder and a cut off wheel and just cut parts off you are going to change.

I'd start pricing up your materials....when you start adding up how many U-Bolts, rollers, washers, clips etc you will be amazed when the final $ amount is tallied up.....I think I have more money into my trailer than I do my boat!