Trailer parts...

charliesnyder · May 14, 2010

Hey boys, just picked up my first trailer to haul around my Toy on. Want to do a few upgrades to it. Is there anywhere local to get parts or anywhere online that you recommend?

I just picked up a 16' 7K LB tandom axle flatbed. I'm going to be adding brakes to the 2nd axle, adding a few reflectors, repainting it, possibly upgrading the lights and a few other minor things.

Any suggestions on paint to use and other upgrades I should consider?

TreeClimber · May 14, 2010

I get my trailer parts at the local Napa. Have complete brakes, lights, everything except leaf springs.

nick c · May 14, 2010

charliesnyder said:
Hey boys, just picked up my first trailer to haul around my Toy on. Want to do a few upgrades to it. Is there anywhere local to get parts or anywhere online that you recommend?

I just picked up a 16' 7K LB tandom axle flatbed. I'm going to be adding brakes to the 2nd axle, adding a few reflectors, repainting it, possibly upgrading the lights and a few other minor things.

Any suggestions on paint to use and other upgrades I should consider?

6 Roblee's in North Renton/South Seattle area, right off International Blvd - http://sixrobblees.com/

I've also found that etrailer.com has decent prices and a huge selection.

charliesnyder · May 14, 2010

Thanks for the responses guys. I'll check out the place in Renton when I get home in a few weeks. I've been on etrailer.com a few times. Doesn't look like to bad of a place.

zukkev · May 14, 2010

Six-Robblies' .....they have everything!!!

CHOP SHOP · May 14, 2010

Freeway trailers in fife. most parts in stock.

xjoffroad · May 14, 2010

zukkev said:
Six-Robblies' .....they have everything!!!

this ^ and they are 4 blocks from my house!

charliesnyder · May 14, 2010

CHOP SHOP said:
Freeway trailers in fife. most parts in stock.

Is this where you got the parts for your build Chop?

CHOP SHOP · May 14, 2010

charliesnyder said:
Is this where you got the parts for your build Chop?

Yep, All my parts came form Freeway.

My roomate worked there for years as the parts a service guy, but recently started a new job in the elec union.
Still have lots of good folks there.

Alot of the times they can beat 6 robbers price cuz they are one of the largest 6robbers buyers and get a huge volume break.

I just got a pair of electric brake backing plates to convert a surge/hydro boat trailer and some new safety chains and a breakaway switch and battery too.

Freeway is great people. While alot of folks suggest other trailer MFGers and sellers, I never see any of the "other" stores or brands sponsor or support motorsports events as much as freeway does. :beer:

charliesnyder · May 14, 2010

Fife is definately a LOT closer to me and I could hit that up without much wasted time. I'll be getting loaded backing plates and hub/rotor combo.. Gotta have them dual braking axles..

zukkev · May 14, 2010

xjoffroad said:
this ^ and they are 4 blocks from my house!

They deliver to mine!:fawkdancesmiley::haha:

340SHORTY · May 14, 2010

where did you buy it? IIRC its illegal to sell a tandem trailer in WA without brakes on both axles. I know it was when I built my car trailer in 88.. You may have some free brakes coming....

ain'tstuckjustresting · May 15, 2010

There is a 6 Roblees in Fife too. They have everything you'll need but their list price is whack. Find someone with a discount or use Freeway..............

charliesnyder · May 15, 2010

340SHORTY said:
where did you buy it? IIRC its illegal to sell a tandem trailer in WA without brakes on both axles. I know it was when I built my car trailer in 88.. You may have some free brakes coming....

I bought from a private seller. I'm not the kind of guy to get a smokin' ass deal like I did then take it back and say "put brakes on that other axle".... Just not the kind of person I am. Trailer is a few years old and was built in Missouri.

Putting brakes on one axle gives me a legit excuse, to my wife, to tear into the other axle and do bearings as well as put a new break away switch on it. I got the trailer for a good price and knew it only had brakes on one axle when I first started looking at it.

super samurai · May 15, 2010

from what i read you only have 1 brake axle on a 7k trailer but not sure on a 10k?

JOOP · May 15, 2010

My 16ft only has brakes on 1 axle.

zukkev · May 15, 2010

Mine (7K) has had brakes on both axles since new....It's an Eagle brand, Sold by Freeway...

charliesnyder · May 15, 2010

Not so much a NEED brakes on the other axle as I WANT brakes on it. I tow a lot over the pass and back so I want to save my Ford's brakes as much as possible. I want to feel safe with my Toyota behind me. Its going to be around 150 total to do brakes so IMO its worth it. The trailer will be getting a few more upgrades to go with the brakes so expect more questions from me -- as this is my first trailer.

Thanks for all the input on where to buy guys!

Charlie

JesterFab · May 18, 2010

Everett Brake and Clutch Supply, brakes complete with backing plates and all, 208 bucks. Came with new seals and dust cap for drums. All I Have to do is unbolt the old ones and bolt on the new ones, reconnect the wire and Repack bearings. Good people to work with...

jimijam19K · May 18, 2010

Would help if we knew what area your from. I buy all my trailer stuff at Olympic Trailers in Lacey. There are places for everything...everywhere. let us know what's local for you.