Cheap trailer parts but good quality.

[Procarnut]

Just a FYI. I have been shopping around for trailer parts for my build. I have shopped Tractor Supply, Norther tool, Harbor frieght etc. Well I finally found what I wanted and got it at the best price so far. Just to give you an idea.

(2) 4.80 x12 tires
(2) spoke white wheels
(2) 5 studed hubs
(2) spindels
(10) Lug nuts
(4) bearings
(2) seals
(2) u-bolt kits
(2) level jacks
(2) seals
(1) jack handle

All for $164.....NEW.

I just found these guys and this is what they do everyday. It's called
Southwest Wheel in Dallas TX.

They handle everything with trailers and rolling gear.

I figured if someone is looking you might like this info. Good Luck

[kennyrayandersen]

They wanted $200 just for the 425 Lb half axles -- I can't seem to find those anywhere for 'cheap'.

[Procarnut]

I didn't price the half axles. But the $164 was with tax. I don't know what the rate usually is for the half axles but I built mine. It's just a solid axle. Usually the ones like I build (solid, spindles and hubs) run about $120 with out tires/wheels. I have an advantage too, I can weld so I guess I saved myself a little bit. I ended up going to the local lumber yard and picked up a 1.5 inch od X 48" black pipe for $16.00 and welded it together.

I did price the 4.80 x 12 wheel /tire combination at Tractor supply for $59.99ea. At Southwest Wheel the same combo was $33.00. That's about a $27.00 difference per wheel/tire.

Anyway I know I'm starting to sound like I work for them but I don't. I was driving up to Carrollton from Hillsboro and stopped by to see what they had and ended up buying it while I was there. So i save myself shipping which is another factor to look into when pricing stuff.

[jss06]

begin local to the Dallas area, I hear nothing but good things about them.

[Procarnut]

Just in case any one wants to price them here is their Info.

Southwest Wheel Company
8740 John W Carpenter Fwy
Dallas, TX 75247-4626

PH.# 214-631-0200

Tell them Bob from the Body Shop in Hillsboro refered you. Ask for Jeff. He might work with you on the prices.

[len19070]

I've bought from them several times.

Nothing but good experiences.

Happy Trails

Len

[kennyrayandersen]

I didn't price the half axles. But the $164 was with tax. I don't know what the rate usually is for the half axles but I built mine. It's just a solid axle. Usually the ones like I build (solid, spindles and hubs) run about $120 with out tires/wheels. I have an advantage too, I can weld so I guess I saved myself a little bit. I ended up going to the local lumber yard and picked up a 1.5 inch od X 48" black pipe for $16.00 and welded it together.

I did price the 4.80 x 12 wheel /tire combination at Tractor supply for $59.99ea. At Southwest Wheel the same combo was $33.00. That's about a $27.00 difference per wheel/tire.

Anyway I know I'm starting to sound like I work for them but I don't. I was driving up to Carrollton from Hillsboro and stopped by to see what they had and ended up buying it while I was there. So i save myself shipping which is another factor to look into when pricing stuff.

I'm actually just west of Ft. Worth myself, so driving there is also an option. I do think the torsion axles are a bit more expensive, but it fits what I'm trying to do a little closer. It's not that big of a deal -- I'm just cheap!

[Procarnut]

Don't feel bad I'm cheap too! Well actually broke so I have to be cheap. I love to build things so this is adding to my list of accomplishments. plus I might actually save money in the long run doing this.