I am starting a multi purpose trailer build and need help with ideas for the hubs. I want to use my 2011 Xterra wheels 6 on 4.5" but have not been able to find hubs. I have already come up with a couple options but would like input on other options and the best option.
I ordered 6 on 5.5" with the axle as that seemed the best for my first option:
-I can take the new hubs to a machine shop and have them drill a new pattern for me. I have no idea how much this will cost and am concerned that the strength of the hubs might be compromised.
-I can buy wheel adapters/spacers. I have seen some on ebay and such, these appear to run around $60 for a pair (only need 2) but add 1.5" per side. I am concerned with making the wheel track too wide as I already ordered the axle at 68" hub face.
-I can't imagine that this is an option, but would Xterra hubs fit on a trailer axle?
Without mounting the wheels/tires on the axle (as the lugs wont fit), I spaced the wheels out on the ground at approximately 68" apart (hub face) and this puts the outer track at around 73.5" and inner track at around 57.25". I measured the Xterra outer track around 75.5". Now assuming these are all correct +/-", does anyone see any issues adding the 3" of the spacers for a total of 76.5", slightly wider than the Xterra track?
As for the trailer itself, I plan on using it as a utility trailer primarily, but also want to be able to use as a quasi expedition trailer with a removable box, or maybe even a sleeping platform. I plan on making the base of the trailer 5' long by 4.5' wide (this will be slightly under due to the wheel spacing). I plan on making a 3' rear section that will either fold flat on the deck, straight in air as gate, or flat behind to extend bed, Or a removable 3' piece that can be plugged into the rear sort of like a hitch extender concept. I want the extended length for sheet goods and lumber transport.
I have ordered a Dexter 3500lb torsion axle 10degrees down. I went with torsion because I would like to be able to move the axle rearward when using in extended position for extended bed setup for heavy loads (to balance tongue weight). I do not intend to use brakes on the axle. And in case it comes up, I am looking at using either a traditional ball with a coupler that has the locking/sliding ring, or one of the full articulation couplers but they are quite pricey.
I am open to suggestions and ideas for any part of the build, but I don't need to be told why leaf springs are better because I have already dropped 4 bills on the torsion.
I ordered 6 on 5.5" with the axle as that seemed the best for my first option:
-I can take the new hubs to a machine shop and have them drill a new pattern for me. I have no idea how much this will cost and am concerned that the strength of the hubs might be compromised.
-I can buy wheel adapters/spacers. I have seen some on ebay and such, these appear to run around $60 for a pair (only need 2) but add 1.5" per side. I am concerned with making the wheel track too wide as I already ordered the axle at 68" hub face.
-I can't imagine that this is an option, but would Xterra hubs fit on a trailer axle?
Without mounting the wheels/tires on the axle (as the lugs wont fit), I spaced the wheels out on the ground at approximately 68" apart (hub face) and this puts the outer track at around 73.5" and inner track at around 57.25". I measured the Xterra outer track around 75.5". Now assuming these are all correct +/-", does anyone see any issues adding the 3" of the spacers for a total of 76.5", slightly wider than the Xterra track?
As for the trailer itself, I plan on using it as a utility trailer primarily, but also want to be able to use as a quasi expedition trailer with a removable box, or maybe even a sleeping platform. I plan on making the base of the trailer 5' long by 4.5' wide (this will be slightly under due to the wheel spacing). I plan on making a 3' rear section that will either fold flat on the deck, straight in air as gate, or flat behind to extend bed, Or a removable 3' piece that can be plugged into the rear sort of like a hitch extender concept. I want the extended length for sheet goods and lumber transport.
I have ordered a Dexter 3500lb torsion axle 10degrees down. I went with torsion because I would like to be able to move the axle rearward when using in extended position for extended bed setup for heavy loads (to balance tongue weight). I do not intend to use brakes on the axle. And in case it comes up, I am looking at using either a traditional ball with a coupler that has the locking/sliding ring, or one of the full articulation couplers but they are quite pricey.
I am open to suggestions and ideas for any part of the build, but I don't need to be told why leaf springs are better because I have already dropped 4 bills on the torsion.