Trailer axle

[jbassman87]

Has anyone tried to turn down the treads on the end on an axle that do not hold tight anymore?

[wmitch2]

Are you referring to the Axle Nut on the spindle ?? If the threads are rough, you can use a Thread Chaser to clean them up unless they are stripped. Then you'll need new spindles or even a new axle. I don't think you can cut them down to a different size, maybe ??

[jbassman87]

Yes, that is what I am asking. I want to cut the threads on the end of the axle down to a smaller size. Trying to avoid buying an $850 new axle.

[wmitch2]

Not sure if that can be done. That's some pretty tough metal. Is your trailer a single or duel axle ? If a duel, you might be able to get it to a shop that can do that.

[jbassman87]

Not sure if that can be done. That's some pretty tough metal. Is your trailer a single or duel axle ? If a duel, you might be able to get it to a shop that can do that.

It is a dual axle, but I have decided to just bite the bullet and get a new axle. If I can salvage this one, I might make a small utility trailer with it.