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Post by blu26ovl on Sept 28, 2009 19:34:42 GMT -5
I have a 69 Shasta Compact that I'm going to change the axle under. Right now it has a cut down mobile home axle. Does anyone know the correct width of the axle from hub to hub (where the wheel bolts up)
Brent
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Post by Red Dirt on Sept 29, 2009 22:56:22 GMT -5
If no one answers this I can probably get a measurement off my aunt's 72 compact, it'll take a few days though.
Red Dirt
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Post by blu26ovl on Sept 30, 2009 18:54:36 GMT -5
That would be great. I could probably guess and get close but it would be nice to have the correct measurement.
Thanks, Brent
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Post by shastadogs on Oct 6, 2009 1:16:22 GMT -5
A funny thing blu26ovl...I just happened to pull my axle and struts off my '69 compact oh....3 HOURS AGO. No joke - too late right now to go check, but tomorrow consider it done. I will measure from the inner most thread of each hub, and the total axle length.
Cheers
Rich, Iowa
1969 Shasta Compact (in process)
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Post by Red Dirt on Oct 6, 2009 12:56:27 GMT -5
Great 'cause I totally spaced it and forgot to make a call to my aunt.  Red Dirt |
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Post by blu26ovl on Oct 9, 2009 19:52:54 GMT -5
Rich or Red Dirt. Any help with measurement will be appreciated.
Rich, what stage are you at with your camper..
Brent
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Post by shastadogs on Oct 23, 2009 19:47:42 GMT -5
Brent,
Sorry about the delay (law school coupled with a rather forgetful memory - failed to bookmark this site properly).
The measurements are as follows:
measuring from the inner most thread of one hub to the opposite hub's inner most thread - 64 3/4" (precision within 1/16 of an inch).
Hope that helps and if you have any further questions feel free to leave them here.
As far as mine goes, tore out the back wall for a complete rebuild, replaced all rotten wood in frame with treated 1x2, 1x4, and a 1x6. Stripped all 4-5 layers of paint off roof and prepped entire trailer for paint following the basic procedure laid out by Red Dirt on his blog w/ the exception of using oil based Tractor paint as my primary color (International White). Planning on painting within next three days. Also tore out old vinyl not only cause it had to be done but also to check status of the floor and replaced small sections again with treated. Lastly, sanded and then coated underbelly with 7 cans Rustoleum Underbody rubberized spray.
Good luck man
Cheers
Rich
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Post by blu26ovl on Oct 26, 2009 8:24:17 GMT -5
Thanks Rich,
This will be a big help when I go looking for a new axle.
I had to replace a lot of the wood framing in mine also, probably 40%. The floor is good except one bad place at the door where water leaked in. I've got all the bad wood replaced, new and painted paneling, built new cabinets and benches and now finishing the wiring.
I sent post about the air conditioner on the other subject page and forget to include that he also made a drip pan and put under the A/C.
Good luck on the camper.
Brent
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