Trailer mod advice

[TaylorTradingCo]

Ok, I know I asked and most of you advised against it, but I bought this trailer. In it's current form, it leaves a lot to be desired, but I think it has the potential to be my new favorite trailer with a few changes.
It has no suspension at all, zero, zip, none. I want to add a set of springs under it, on the cheap. I am leaning towards the axle/suspension off of a 28' pup trailer, but am a little worried it might be just as stiff as solid. Also might consider a set of springs off of a truck, like a F650 or dump truck or something like that.
Suggestions and parts are welcome.
Derek

 

[Jbulach]

Looks scary. Ditch the whole axle and replace it while doing the suspension, or leave bad enough alone and consider it a life lesson...

 

[TaylorTradingCo]

I do plan to replace the axle with the one that goes with whatever suspension kit I put under it. I like the trailer, just want to make it the way I want it.

 

[Jbulach]

What are you going to haul on it?

 

[TaylorTradingCo]

Nothing in particular planned, I like it's versatility. Tilt deck for easy drive on, no ramps or fender wells to worry about. Nice 8' wide deck, so can haul two pallets side by side if necessary. Single axle, so easy to turn without side dragging tires.

 

[rchalmers3]

I think that manufactured home companies sometimes remove and stock pile axle assemblies after a home is placed. Sorry, it's not a strong lead, but it may be something worth exploring.

Rick

 

[NDT]

Does that have 15" Budd wheels with 8.25-15 tires?

 

[tobyS]

Use the rear axle and suspension and frame, tires and wheels from a one ton dually (rear clip). They tow great and you could add a surge brake.

 

[TaylorTradingCo]

It does have 15" wheels, but the tires are F rated 900-15's. He said they were for a cowboy flatbed and cost $1K. They are super heavy duty and stiff like they were full of concrete.

 

[TaylorTradingCo]

I have about decided to use a set of 5-ton front springs off a M818 I am parting out.

 

[NDT]

I have about decided to use a set of 5-ton front springs off a M818 I am parting out.

Should be perfect.

 

[drivebymashing]

If you already have 5 ton springs. Should be perfect for it

 

[TaylorTradingCo]

Oh, and by the way, the wheels do have wires going to them, so I am assuming they have electric brakes on them, remains to be seen if they work or not.

 

[quickfarms]

What are you going to be towing it with?