[VAC] Re: 72 Safari/ single axel vs. tandem axel

[Bob Kiger]

Harvey,
        Like yourself I have a 66 Safari.  With a gross weight of 3360 I don't give a lot of thought to "tandem axle" custom installation.  If I owned one of the newer and heavier units I might feel differently.  My strategy is to batten down everything for travel, keep a close monitor on tire condition, and a reliance that the sleds underneath will do their job.  I'd be eager to hear from someone who had the same trailer that had a disastrous blowout.
Bob

1966 Airstream "Safari"  WBCCI #2857
1966 Ford F-250 "Camper Special"
Mira Mar Mobile Community
Oceanside, California
 
At 04:55 AM 6/4/01 -0500, Harvey wrote:

John,

The additional axle, wheels, tires assembly adds about 300 - 400 pounds to
the towing weight and the price of having bearings packed and brakes
adjusted (unless you do it yourself) will double as will the cost of
replacing tires and brakes.  Some storage space is lost due to the volume of
floor-cabinet space occupied by the additional wheel wells on each side.

If you require the additional weight carrying capacity of a tandem axle
trailer and have a towing vehicle capable of pulling the added weight, then
the tandem is probably right for you.

I have a '66 Safari 22' with single axle.