RJ:
It's a little embarrassing to admit but I don't know if my axle is
solid or hollow; nor whether the original axle (I've had it replaced
with a Dexter at a farm/stock trailer shop) was a Dura-Torque or not.
Also, I didn't realize the Bubble was a '56 until just recently since
the PO's put '57 on the legal papers - probably as dumb as me. It
probably sold first in '57 but the Airstream Dreams guy said that it
was a '56 based on I think, the doorway gasket. Anyway, there were no
skids nor evidence of any having been installed. What is your best
advice for placement on this short, single axle trailer?
If you care to see them I could send some pics of the underside - we
haven't put the new bellyskin on yet. Do you have a high speed internet
connection? The blacktank is completely under the frame since we didn't
elevate the potty and I am absolutely sure I wouldn't want to drag that
tank and assembly over a curb, rock, or other structure. Nor would I
ever want it to drop and drag in the event of a tire problem. So to
recap:
1. Have skids or not?
2. If yes, where and how (weld onto the frame or bolt on - the
frame/leaf springs/axle)
3. Shape the skids how?
Can you also direct my to any more pictures - I did check out the one
of your trailer.
The Bubble had brakes housing on the original axle when I bought it
but no brakes - just some kind of break-away feature I've been told.
The first mechanic that looked under it asked me "Who stole your
brakes" to which I replied "Huh?".
Jo Ann Wheatley in San Luis Obispo, CA