I think it’s the best idea, I have the same issue, I bought very cheap two axles but longer than the original, ones, I’m going to do the same technique I learned it from you, thank you so much,
You will have no problem with this, the joint is probably stronger than the original axle. I used to do this sort of thing when I was younger and this was pretty much how we would do it. Sometimes we would sleeve the inside, sometimes the outside, didn't seem to matter.
Thank you for this video, I did just like this. But I put DOM tube inside 18 inches long and milled a groove to accept the weld for the seem in the axle tube, the groove lined everything up. Then I did what you did and put a tube over. I would add pictures but I don't know how.
I do this type of work as profession slap bracelets work great to mark pipe The thickness of cutting disk is important but u need a gap in the material for a full penetration weld And the wobble in full size disks is because of the fact they are not balanced to arbor on grinder Don't put your plug welds in a straight line do a zig zag pattern
@I've Never Done This Before also the better way is to remove the flange from the end of axle and spring perch and cut the axle down and weld the flange back on then the axle perch
@@jeremyhanna3852 I considered this but I was worried I’d never get the flange/hub back on perfectly straight. Also don’t trust my welds enough to do it that way, all the weight of the trailer/load is directly on that flange. With the way I did it, the flange, hub, springs, etc all remained untouched from the factory.
Ok well you did a fine job should last years trouble free and your correct getting it right with out a certified flat welding table and proper measuring tool would be hard and tge correct gouging tips for torch or plasma to remove it would be very hard
@@floreshector1 hey, not sure. I just brought the axle to a local metal supplier once it was cut and we tried a couple piece of tube until we found the best fitting one
You have to find out the outside diameter of your axle tube and find a pipe with a inside diameter that is very close. You can buy steel pipe pretty easy just google what’s near you.
Lincoln 140 - 110v I highly recommend a 240v and with a longer duty cycle. Having to stop welding for 10 minutes every 2 minutes really slows you down.
Never would have thought of doing this. Awesome job and like Peter said, probably stronger than it was before.
I think it’s the best idea, I have the same issue, I bought very cheap two axles but longer than the original, ones, I’m going to do the same technique I learned it from you, thank you so much,
You will have no problem with this, the joint is probably stronger than the original axle. I used to do this sort of thing when I was younger and this was pretty much how we would do it. Sometimes we would sleeve the inside, sometimes the outside, didn't seem to matter.
Hey thanks for commenting.
what is the cheapest option for welding machine to use? like a rental
Thank you for this video, I did just like this. But I put DOM tube inside 18 inches long and milled a groove to accept the weld for the seem in the axle tube, the groove lined everything up. Then I did what you did and put a tube over. I would add pictures but I don't know how.
Plug welds are so needed to make such a joint stronger. Not many even thing about plug welds though... Thumbs Up!
Thanks for mentioning that.
@@iveneverdonethisbefore8390what type of welding machine used? what is the minimum or smallest type good enough.to weld this?
@@pageoanedwards5050 sorry, I’m not a welding expert. This was a Lincoln 140 entry level welder.
I’m doing this later this week, thanks for the tutorial.
Thanks! About to do the same, now much more easier thanks to your video!
I'm in Florida I wish you were closer I've got a whole boat trailer that I need narrowed around 6 inches
I do this type of work as profession slap bracelets work great to mark pipe
The thickness of cutting disk is important but u need a gap in the material for a full penetration weld
And the wobble in full size disks is because of the fact they are not balanced to arbor on grinder
Don't put your plug welds in a straight line do a zig zag pattern
Slap bracelets! Good idea, and hilarious.
@I've Never Done This Before also the better way is to remove the flange from the end of axle and spring perch and cut the axle down and weld the flange back on then the axle perch
@@jeremyhanna3852 I considered this but I was worried I’d never get the flange/hub back on perfectly straight. Also don’t trust my welds enough to do it that way, all the weight of the trailer/load is directly on that flange. With the way I did it, the flange, hub, springs, etc all remained untouched from the factory.
Ok well you did a fine job should last years trouble free and your correct getting it right with out a certified flat welding table and proper measuring tool would be hard and tge correct gouging tips for torch or plasma to remove it would be very hard
I can't believe the axle company signed off on this. But you did do a good job.
Beautiful job, where can I get the sleeves? For a 3500lb Axle
@@floreshector1 hey, not sure. I just brought the axle to a local metal supplier once it was cut and we tried a couple piece of tube until we found the best fitting one
You have to find out the outside diameter of your axle tube and find a pipe with a inside diameter that is very close. You can buy steel pipe pretty easy just google what’s near you.
Were these 3.5k axles? And what size pipe did you use for the sleeve? Thanks.
Hi sorry, I dont recall. I just took the section to the local metal place and we slid sleeves on until we found the one that fit the best.
@iveneverdonethisbefore8390 did this work well, any tracking issues with the axle? Looks good
@@bandkid3282 honestly, it’s been great, I use it all the time and there hasn’t been a single issue except some light/wiring issues.
@@iveneverdonethisbefore8390 ok thanks
You should make angled cuts on sleeve, bigger weld area and distributes load on axle better.
Interesting idea. I will try it out on the next one.
Would that throw the balance of the axle off?
@twc9000 the axle on a trailer doesn't rotate so it doesn't need to be balanced.
Wonder if you can cut it with a 3 inch pipe cutter
For sure but they are pricey tools. This is a budget trailer build.
what kind of welder did you use to do this .need to do one my self that why I'm asking about the welder
Lincoln 140 - 110v
I highly recommend a 240v and with a longer duty cycle. Having to stop welding for 10 minutes every 2 minutes really slows you down.
@@iveneverdonethisbefore8390
Is that Flux core or shielded gas
Great job. 👍👍
What size of pipe is the bigger pipe?
Hi, sorry I can't remember.
Don’t forget to take out the garbage when you’re done
lol
I used a pipe cutter.
I wanted to use one but one that spreads that big was like 300$.
I think you did a great job and it worked great. Thanks for sharing. I just happened to have a pipe cutter.