Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Load Rite Trailer axle
Posted by wrwsailing on 06/04/21 - 1:41 PM
#1
The axle on my 2008 Load Rite Trailer needs replacing. However, the model number of the trailer is long gone. My boat is a 1989 Outrage 18 with a Yamaha 115 engine. Can anyone tell me what is the likely model of the trailer or how I may be able to fine it? I've tried the VIN number to no avail.
Posted by Phil T on 06/04/21 - 2:29 PM
#2
You can email customer service at:
(removed email address)
or call them 215-949-0500
Eastern Marine carries LoadRite parts.
https://www.easternmarine.com/loadrit...iler-axles
Let us know how you do.
Edited by Phil T on 06/04/21 - 2:30 PM
Posted by wrwsailing on 06/05/21 - 6:30 AM
#3
Thanks, but I have done exactly that. Load Rite hasn't answered me at all and Eastern Marine could not help me. This is why I posted on Whaler Central to see if the members had any further ideas for me.
Posted by Phil T on 06/05/21 - 8:05 AM
#4
Share the
model number of the trailer and we can identify the axle.
The larger question will be availability. There is a large backorder for trailers these days.
Posted by patxbill on 06/05/21 - 8:53 AM
#5
I've had good results replacing two axles on my trailer (Magnum brand) by ordering custom-build axles from Champion. https://www.championtrailers.com
Replacements were unavailable from the manufacturer, so I measured closely, drew diagrams and completed the order according to instructions. I wanted brake flanges on both axles, and the spindle-lube hubs. I placed the order and the axles were delivered to my door via UPS. They were a perfect bolt-on solution. I had also ordered new hubs, etc. and assembly took a day, with help, to replace both.
Depending on the type of axle you are looking for, this might be a good solution. Note that my experience was pre-pandemic. Not sure what the turn-around time is these days.
Posted by wrwsailing on 06/05/21 - 1:06 PM
#6
OK, I think I have the trailer model number. It's 5S-192660RT. I hope I'm right.
Posted by Phil T on 06/05/21 - 2:29 PM
#7
That appears to be a 5-Starr Galvanized Single Axle Roller trailer with an axle capacity of 2660 lbs.
Posted by Weatherly on 06/05/21 - 6:58 PM
#8
Wow, an axle on a 2008 Load Rite trailer fails.
Completely unacceptable.
Junk metal.
Time to think outside of the old box and repair your trailer without putting the same metal junk parts on as a replacement repair.
Go to
www.etrailer.com. I recommend you look at the specifications for the Timbren Axle-Less trailer suspension.
Get rid of the old axle. No more leaf springs. Fix your boat trailer right.