axle question

[stp2136]

I recently acquired a 1992 21' Sovereign and find that it has 10 X 2 1/4 inch drums (rather than 12 X 2) and has no shocks. How common is this? Must have been a cost/weight savings move but as the dry weight is 3800# and the axles are dual the weight per wheel is relatively low and the ride seems to be smooth.

[markdoane]

?? Is this common ??
The rating (I don't know who decides this) for 3500# axles calls for 10" brakes. I'm still trying to figure out why my Tradewind with a 3500# single axle came with 12x2" brakes. I think it's a matter of "hey, we've got these leftover brakes and those extra axles, let's match 'em up"