Tommy2tone_1999 wrote:Let me know if you figure out what the 2 wedge shaped pieces are for with that Ironton Trailer
Hmmm... Im at work right now, so I'm not sure what wedge pieces you mean. And the Northern Tool site is flubbed up at the moment so I can't view the manual online. Would they be fender brackets? If I remember tonight, I'll look. I'm leaving for a snowboarding trip tomorrow morning, so I'm going to be rushing around getting ready for that, so my apologies if i forget.
I unpacked the trailer last night and was going to put a couple bolts in so I could measure the actual width of the frame. Needed that measurement to order the axle assembly. Well, two bolts turned into 6 bolts, and the next thing I know I had assembled the whole frame. And for the record, this trailer kit measured about 60-1/16" wide, give or take a hair or two.
This morning I called Redneck Trailer Supply and ordered:
- Dexter Torflex #9 - de-rated for 1800lbs
- 22.5 degree down start angle
- for 60" outside bracket-to-bracket, 73" hub face-to-face
- w/ top-mount 1" high-profile brackets
- 5 on 4.5" bolt pattern, on 6.5" idler hubs (for 12-15" wheels)
Total axle cost: $232.94 (doesn't include shipping - I'm picking it up locally)
For anyone considering a bolt-together trailer kit:
If you're planning on getting the Harbor Freight 4x8 Heavy Duty kit, spend the extra $150 and get the Northern Tool 5x8 Heavy Duty kit. It is made by the same company that makes the Harbor Freight kits (Changzhou Nanxiashu) but I the steel is heavier gauge, and the side rails are single pieces which makes assembly and squaring it up a breeze. This will also allow you to move the axle to virtually any position your build requires. And its not RED (which eventually turns pink).
The Ironton (Northern Tool) 5x8 Kit is only available in stores, or by freight truck delivery. I opted for the FREE delivery because the closest store to me is 5 hours away. It took less than a week for delivery, and the freight company calls to arrange a date and time . We agreed on 10am-2pm yesterday, and the guy was here at 9:55am. The shipping company offers "lift gate service" for $157 - DON'T BOTHER WITH IT. The kit comes in 3 boxes, which are easily manageable with a hand cart. The driver even had one in his truck, and although he didn't have to help unload, he did. The Certificate of Origin does not come WITH the trailer kit. It gets mailed separately. I'm definitely happy with this kit!