add brakes to old axle?

   / add brakes to old axle? #1  

oldboyscout

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is it possible to add brake flanges to an existing axle?
I have an older 3000 or 3500 lb trailer that really should have brakes, but there is no flange. Is there a way to do this that's relatively painless or should I just get a new axle?
 
   / add brakes to old axle? #2  
You can get the 4 hole sguare flange that you weld on for about 17 bucks. That's the local price here. A new axle will set you back about 200 bucks. But if you don't have access to a welder that would be the way to go. If you go with welding a flange on just do a mach up with the brake hub and tack it in place before you weld it out. Good luck to you.
 
   / add brakes to old axle? #3  
This is what you need to weld on. Titan Brake Flange for 1-3/4" Round Axles Titan Accessories and Parts T0872400

The trick is to weld it on in the right spot so your drums just clear the backing plate. I'd suggest buying all the parts in advance so you can position it correctly. Eastern Marine sometimes has some good deals on brakes. Also Southwest
Wheel.

Electric Trailer Brake Assemblies at Trailer Parts Superstore
Electric Trailer Brake Drum / Hub Assemblies at Trailer Parts Superstore

Southwest Wheel Company - Hubs and Drums
 
   / add brakes to old axle? #4  
The guys have covered it well. Just be careful when doing the welding not to put too much heat on it.

Chris
 
   / add brakes to old axle?
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thanks everyone.
I'd never seen the flanges alone for sale.
Chris, do you mean too much heat in general, or are the axle tempered or something?
 
   / add brakes to old axle? #7  
thanks everyone.
I'd never seen the flanges alone for sale.
Chris, do you mean too much heat in general, or are the axle tempered or something?

Just heat in general. The spindles are tempered but you would really have to screw up to damage them.

Chris
 
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thanks again
 

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