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Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 04-22-2024, 09:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,411
Posted By Action
Nice!!!! Action

Nice!!!!


Action
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 04-20-2024, 08:19 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 15,766
Posted By Action
It was a cost issue and may have been a weight...

It was a cost issue and may have been a weight issue too.

As stated above, the auto industry started using stainless covered steel lug nuts some decades ago for applications that had exposed lug...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 04-18-2024, 06:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 389
Posted By Action
+1 ^^^ Action

+1 ^^^

Action
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 04-17-2024, 08:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 389
Posted By Action
YES! Oval magnets are the upgrade. Not even...

YES!

Oval magnets are the upgrade. Not even sure round ones are available.

Action
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 04-16-2024, 06:38 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,374
Posted By Action
No. My post you quoted is about the overall...

No.

My post you quoted is about the overall picture of wheel bearing technology.
The automotive industry moved to sealed wheel bearings long ago. Trailer makers are just starting the practice....
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 04-11-2024, 07:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,462
Posted By Action
Any decision will not be based on miles. There is...

Any decision will not be based on miles. There is no way to document the miles.

Action
Forum: Tires 04-10-2024, 06:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,788
Posted By Action
Generally I have discovered that the repair...

Generally I have discovered that the repair facility management understands money. Far more than the tech.

Meaning before the trailer is being worked on at service write up I am going to ask the...
Forum: Tires 04-03-2024, 01:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 371
Posted By Action
+1 on that suggestion. The next step would be...

+1 on that suggestion.
The next step would be installing longer valve stems

Action
Forum: Axles 03-30-2024, 03:26 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 5,515
Posted By Action
Lifting the Dexter (Torflex) axles with a kit...

Lifting the Dexter (Torflex) axles with a kit does not require axle replacement. The axles have to be removed a little to install the kit. (see attached)

The Nev-R Lube bearings are a cartridge....
Forum: Axles 03-27-2024, 02:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 410
Posted By Action
Those axles appear to be original. You did not...

Those axles appear to be original.
You did not state the year and model of your trailer.
Based on your avatar you have a 1976 Ambassador.

If correct those are Henschen axles.
Henchen went out...
Forum: Axles 03-26-2024, 04:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,069
Posted By Action
If you don;t mind traveling at 30 mph for 100...

If you don;t mind traveling at 30 mph for 100 miles. Which would be a 3+ hour trip one way.

As long as the tires stay inflated, there will be no damage to the trailer.All of the damage will be...
Forum: Axles 03-20-2024, 02:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,497
Posted By Action
Locktite threadlocker - blue is a less than...

Locktite threadlocker - blue is a less than permanent choice for assembling two metal pieces.

Locktite threadlocker - red is more of a permanent choice. based on directions, removal using red...
Forum: Tires 03-19-2024, 09:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,372
Posted By Action
All tire pressure specified is cold fill. All...

All tire pressure specified is cold fill. All tires regardless of application, type or use. The pressures published are cold.

I do not have a Toyota Tundra, so can not give that answer. ...
Forum: Tires 03-13-2024, 12:59 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 17,737
Posted By Action
Doing a search for "tire inflation to load chart"...

Doing a search for "tire inflation to load chart"

I found this.
https://www.scribd.com/document/76440546/Discount-Tire-Load-Inflation-Tables
Only goes to 36 psi and there ar lots of these on the...
Forum: Tires 03-13-2024, 12:50 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 17,737
Posted By Action
The "Chart" isn't a Michelin thing or any tire...

The "Chart" isn't a Michelin thing or any tire manufacturer.
As I understand it, the chart is a Tire and Rim Association thing that eveyone adopts. Meaning the inflation values shown from various...
Forum: Tires 03-11-2024, 01:01 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,897
Posted By Action
Regarding rural Alabama, In that state there...

Regarding rural Alabama,

In that state there is a couple of dozen Discount Tire stores. (My preference) And about dozen or so Goodyear stores.
Michelin has a tire plant in Alabama, in...
Forum: Tires 03-11-2024, 12:48 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,897
Posted By Action
Some caution may be necessary for you or anyone...

Some caution may be necessary for you or anyone reading the posts.

Unlike a passenger vehicle where the tires and wheels are positioned at the corners of the vehicle. (more or less) A travel...
Forum: Tires 03-08-2024, 04:31 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,897
Posted By Action
And covered Action

And covered

Action
Forum: Tires 03-06-2024, 01:04 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,897
Posted By Action
That "bulge" is likely damage from road hazard....

That "bulge" is likely damage from road hazard. (Curb kiss)
Would have occured on most tires given the same situation.

Action
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 02-14-2024, 11:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 983
Posted By Action
Brake shoes come in 3 or 4 flavors as far as...

Brake shoes come in 3 or 4 flavors as far as brake friction material. However for a trailer (any trailer even a travel trailer) the choice is usually one. Organic.

Organic has the distinction of...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 02-13-2024, 05:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 983
Posted By Action
For the star adjuster - DO take that apart. Lube...

For the star adjuster - DO take that apart. Lube the threads and the inside of the end that spins.

The actual wheel, no no!!! No lube there.

Action
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 02-13-2024, 04:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 983
Posted By Action
Brakes are rather basic. Rust for the most...

Brakes are rather basic.

Rust for the most part does not compromise function. Mostly because the vast majority of brake part surfaces do not touch anything. And surface rust has no negative...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 02-09-2024, 11:27 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,462
Posted By Action
^^^^ Thanks for posting back on the outcome. ...

^^^^ Thanks for posting back on the outcome.

Action
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 02-08-2024, 02:37 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,729
Posted By Action
You also might volunteer an inspection. Dexter...

You also might volunteer an inspection. Dexter has a location in Plant City FL.
https://www.dexter-distribution.com/florida-branches
It is more or less a wherehouse. And it has a nice large flat...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 02-08-2024, 02:33 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,729
Posted By Action
You might replace the star wheel adjuster. No...

You might replace the star wheel adjuster.
No matter who pays for it, brakes are kind of a safety thing. (Well not kind of ...)

It may have been possible for the nut to be jambed or partially...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 02-08-2024, 01:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,989
Posted By Action
You are correct. And I am going to add some...

You are correct. And I am going to add some clarification.

It does not matter if the brakes are electrically operated or hydralically operated. Both systems adjust mechanically.

Most systems...
Forum: Axles 02-07-2024, 08:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 958
Posted By Action
It is not for us to decide. We are at a vast...

It is not for us to decide. We are at a vast disadvantage. We cannot see or touch the trailer or the tires.

In my opinion
#1 could be either depending on how the inside wear shows up.

#2...
Forum: Tires 02-07-2024, 12:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,161
Posted By Action
Michelin does not make trailer tires. And...

Michelin does not make trailer tires.
And Michelin does not recommend any of their tires on a trailer.

Tire dealers, Air Stream and consumers put Michelins on trailers. But Michelin has never...
Forum: Tires 02-07-2024, 10:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,451
Posted By Action
I believe this is dual axle trailer that weighs...

I believe this is dual axle trailer that weighs 5000 to 5500 pounds empty depending on floor plan. Loaded could weigh up to 7000+ pounds. And that trailer will be unevenly loaded. Meaning the scaled...
Forum: Tires 02-06-2024, 10:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,451
Posted By Action
Similar sizing would be 225/75R15 Make sure...

Similar sizing would be 225/75R15

Make sure the load capacity of the new tires can handle the trailer load.

Michelin never made trailer tires. If the existing tires are a passenger tire, the...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 02-06-2024, 06:21 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,729
Posted By Action
What else would Dexter do? There isn't any real...

What else would Dexter do?
There isn't any real damage.
The OP can keep the nut.
Because these are Nev-R-Lube there isn't a parts expense to remove the drum.

Action
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 02-06-2024, 05:37 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,729
Posted By Action
From Dexter's website about Dexter Nev-R-lube ...

From Dexter's website about Dexter Nev-R-lube

https://www.dexterpartsonline.com/files/2038083/uploaded/Nev-R-Lube.pdf

No bearing repacking needed. Sealed for life.

Still need to inspect...
Forum: Axles 02-05-2024, 12:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 431
Posted By Action
In 1971 the axles used by Airstream were made by...

In 1971 the axles used by Airstream were made by Henschen Inc. A company wholly owned by Airstream by that point. And located in teh same city, Jackson Center, Ohio.
Henschen is no longer in...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 02-04-2024, 05:14 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,729
Posted By Action
I have seen nuts on the road. I think they make...

I have seen nuts on the road.
I think they make videos of those.

Inside the drum brake there are only nuts that hold the backing plate to the axle.


Action
Forum: Tires 01-26-2024, 01:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,161
Posted By Action
Sky, The policy is likely a store policy and not...

Sky, The policy is likely a store policy and not a company policy.

Likely someone got underrated LT tires at that store or a nearby one and had issues.
Trust me Discount Tire is headquartered in...
Forum: Tires 01-22-2024, 07:52 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,897
Posted By Action
You don't have to throw away old tires. Just...

You don't have to throw away old tires.
Just don't use 10 year old tires on a vehicle at speeds greater than 25mph, unless you don't care about the vehicle and you like drama. Or worse.

As to...
Forum: Tires 01-20-2024, 12:19 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,897
Posted By Action
Driving on old tires are not a good thing....

Driving on old tires are not a good thing. Especially a travel trailer.

Tire loading on travel trailers is usually much greater than cars. Because of the design with wheels in the center of the...
Forum: Tires 01-20-2024, 09:35 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,897
Posted By Action
All tires fail if they meet a road hazard. ...

All tires fail if they meet a road hazard.

Action
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 01-20-2024, 09:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,808
Posted By Action
Post a picture of your hub. Action

Post a picture of your hub.


Action
Forum: Tires 01-20-2024, 09:29 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,897
Posted By Action
Street side tire or curbside? Action

Street side tire or curbside?

Action
Forum: Tires 01-19-2024, 09:01 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,897
Posted By Action
10 years after the date code on the side wall of...

10 years after the date code on the side wall of the tire.
The tires are done, replace them.

Editing this post.
By not replacing the tires and using your trailer at speeds greater than 25 or 30...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 01-14-2024, 08:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,147
Posted By Action
Not sure how one is supposed to establish the...

Not sure how one is supposed to establish the mileage of a trailer as there isn't an odometer. Unless there is a hub meter.

Is there a meter of any type?

Makes no real difference at this point...
Forum: Brakes & Brake Controllers 01-12-2024, 06:06 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,462
Posted By Action
Magnets rubbing on the drums is how the magnets...

Magnets rubbing on the drums is how the magnets work.

The pieces that need to be replaced now or soon are the shoes. The lining on the shoes is thin and the lining is heat checked. Meaning the...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 01-11-2024, 09:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,804
Posted By Action
That is the lubrication system. Lubed for as...

That is the lubrication system.
Lubed for as long as it is sealed.

Action
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 01-11-2024, 11:13 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,804
Posted By Action
That lubrication system has to be removed to...

That lubrication system has to be removed to expose the spindle nut.

Action
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 01-10-2024, 10:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,804
Posted By Action
The spindle nut on tapered roller bearings...

The spindle nut on tapered roller bearings (non-drive axle) final torque would be inch pounds not foot pounds. A foot pound torque may be used for initial tightening to seat the bearings. Then back...
Forum: Wheels, Hubs & Bearings 01-07-2024, 05:50 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,804
Posted By Action
Post an up close picture of the threads on the...

Post an up close picture of the threads on the spindle.

Action
Forum: Axles 01-03-2024, 02:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,070
Posted By Action
The person that created the article is no longer...

The person that created the article is no longer living.
He was a long time (4 or 5 decades maybe longer) of experience with Airstreams. And other trailers.

I can not write either way as to the...
Forum: Axles 01-03-2024, 11:50 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,070
Posted By Action
It is a visual thing. Age is an indicator. ...

It is a visual thing.
Age is an indicator.

Using a magnetic digital level as stated above is the high tech thing.
Looking at the arms and down angle is cheap and easy.

This article from...
Forum: Axles 01-03-2024, 05:49 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,070
Posted By Action
Good post with the links!!!! Yes, the #11 axle...

Good post with the links!!!!
Yes, the #11 axle with a derated torsion spring.
3500# would be possible.
Even though the website shows 4100# as a starting point.

Action
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