f-throop Posted April 28, 2023 Report Share Posted April 28, 2023 I am looking to get an enclosed trailer. The ones on the lot didn't really suit my needs, so I might have one built. I was offered a choice between leaf spring axle or torsion axle. Leaning towards leaf for longevity & easier replacement. Has anyone had experience with both ? If so what is your preference on a trailer that might get pulled off road occasionally ? Thanx in advance for the input 👍😉 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeexplorer Posted April 29, 2023 Report Share Posted April 29, 2023 Two of my trailers are torsion axle. My single place trailer is leaf spring. There was a review done on the Jumping Jack (our tent trailer) and they took it off road and it specifically mentioned the axle was a factor in being able to take it through an off road course. Attached is a PDF of it. Jumping Jack review .pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f-throop Posted April 30, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 30, 2023 There wad no difference in insurance my concern is longevity, but also the ability to make a trailroad repair. It seems that many of these units are welded to the frame & require a big expense to replace. On a different note it seems that airstream started using this system in the mid 60's. The upgrade is about $250. I'm gonna investigate a little more. If Denise doesn't come up with something better, I'm probably placing order on tuesday. Contemplating multiple rows of E-bar & ladder rack on top, for multi use 👍😉 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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