Thread: Boat Trailer Incident.....Again

Just tell Pam that you want a new tandem axle trailer for Christmas

I would also have someone check the camber of the axle.. I had one out of line that would eat bearings quickly. Bought a new axle...solved my problem.

Originally Posted by knightshadow10

I would also have someone check the camber of the axle.. I had one out of line that would eat bearings quickly. Bought a new axle...solved my problem.

I'm definately taking it to someone who knows what they're doing to see just what my problem is. Thanks.

Check with BRM about a new tandem axle trailer for your boat

Glad you caught it Scott!

The nut, washer, inner bearing and grease seal were still on the spindle.
I just got a call from cray and Charlie told me what I think my problem is. The trailer place in Jackson that sold me the parts gave me the wrong type outer nut. It's loosening up on the bearings creating too much slack. They sold me a 1/4 inch thick nut without the slots for a cotter pin. At least it's a good time for troubles, the fish aren't biting. Lol

Originally Posted by ScottV

They sold me a 1/4 inch thick nut without the slots for a cotter pin.

Does DD work there
jk DD

GLad it wasn't worse!!

The nuts without slots usually have an expanded metal piece that is 12 point inside with an extruded piece sticking outward with slots in it for the cotter pin. this gives you infinite adjustment.

They look like this Mustang II Front Spindles Nuts Washer Kit Cotter Pins | eBay