New axles Bigfoot 25RQ

[Barb and Alan]

We just had our axles replaced on our 2007 Bigfoot 25RQ. The stock 3500# axles were sagging and tire wear was uneven. Upgraded to 6000# axles and springs, with all new shackles and greaseable bushings/bolts. Had to replace wheels since new brakes were 6 lug instead of the stock 5. With 200 miles towed so far, it’s like a new trailer. Porpoising has all but stopped, and side to side rocking is gone. Rock solid. We tow with a Silverado 2500HD Duramax diesel and couldn’t be happier with the results. IMHO the stock axles aren’t up to the job on a trailer that heavy. Happier trails!

[Jack L]

You made a very smart move. I think you also got larger brakes. The 3500# axles used 10 inch drums while the 6000# axles have 12 inch brake drums.

[Barb and Alan]

The brakes seem better, too, but too soon to tell. They‘ seem more like the ones on our 17.5 , more effective.