U bolts

[busybee]

Is it a good idea to replace rusty u bolts on my trailer with stainless steel ones? including the ones holding the axle on.

[Pikey Dave]

Originally Posted by busybee

Is it a good idea to replace rusty u bolts on my trailer with stainless steel ones? including the ones holding the axle on.

No, get hot dipped galvanised, this is assuming that your trailer is galv.

[busybee]

yes trailer galvanised, any good internet stockist for these u bolts?

[Pikey Dave]

Originally Posted by busybee

yes trailer galvanised, any good internet stockist for these u bolts?

All depends on size, you might find them off the shelf or your trailer might be a bespoke size. You'd need to be a tad more forthcoming with the info. Doris Stokes has left the forum[emoji6]

[Starovich]

Originally Posted by busybee

yes trailer galvanised, any good internet stockist for these u bolts?

U Bolts

[busybee]

Mersa trailer, Alko axle 1500kg five years old, standard issue from Ribcraft not modified

[Pikey Dave]

Originally Posted by Starovich

U Bolts

They're BZP, won't last 2 minutes before the OP is back at square 1.

[busybee]

Yes there seems to be plenty of zinc plated ones but galvanised seem harder to find

[Pikey Dave]

Originally Posted by busybee

Yes there seems to be plenty of zinc plated ones but galvanised seem harder to find

They are out there. I'd try the trailer manufacturers first, then a specialist fixings supplier such as
http://www.bapp.co.uk

[jeffstevens763@g]

https://www.westwardropeandwire.co.u...UGYY_lNNSeIbKn

try these

[stainlesstrailer]

Replaced all,of mine with stainless steel 5 years ago , still in perfect condition. Also replaced keel pins with ss. Rollers still roll perfectly 5 years on.