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The following guide answers the popular question - What are 3 signs that my trailer needs maintenance? If your trailer is making unusual noises,...

The following guide answers the popular question - What Should You Look For When Buying a Used Trailer? If you are looking to buy a used trailer,...

The following guide answers the popular question - How to Tell if My Trailer is Broken? If you're not sure whether or not your trailer is broken,...

The following guide answers the question should you use Electric Over Hydraulic Brakes? Hydraulic and electric brakes both have their advantages....

The following guide covers Why You Should Not Wait to Replace your Trailer Axles. In any business, time is money. It may seem like you don’t need to...

This guide answers the following question - Should You Buy a Single Axle or Dual Axle Trailer? Shopping for a new trailer can be a daunting task...

This article covers everything you need to know about Preparing Your Trailer for Winter. With summer winding down, you may be looking at getting all...

The following guide explains the differences between Overslung vs Underslung Axles. When shopping for trailer parts, understanding the difference...

The following guide answers the popular question - How Often Should I Grease My Trailer Axle? If you have a trailer, it's important to know how...

This guide covers New Trailer Axles vs Used Trailer Axles and which type of axle you should buy. Buying used is tempting when upgrading or replacing...

This guide answers the following question - What are the Benefits of Using a Light Duty Trailer Axle? Trailer axles aren’t an out-of-the-box...

This guide answers the following question - Should You Buy a New Trailer or Build One? Rome wasn’t built in a day, and neither are good trailers....

The following guide answers the question - What is a Drop Axle on a Trailer? This is a common question we receive at BlueSwift Axles and this...

Torsion axles have revolutionized the trailer suspension industry, offering a superior alternative to traditional leaf spring axles. These...

The following guide covers Leaf Spring Trailer Axles and explains the pros and cons. This is a common topic we hear about at BlueSwift Axles and...

Finding the Best Alternatives to Dexter Axles. Dexter Axles might be the first company that comes to mind when you need trailer axles, but they are...

Should I Upgrade my Trailer Capacity? As you grow your hauling business, you’ll likely find that your trailer needs change over time. When you find...

What are the benefits of upgrading to self-adjusting brakes? Your trailer axles are only as good as the brakes that come with them. Inadequate...

Why do Quality Trailer Axles Matter? Upgrading your trailer axles or sourcing ones for a new trailer means balancing two things: budget and quality....

Can Trailer Axles be Made in 48 hours?  Yes. Here at BlueSwift Axles, we've partnered with an Iowa Based Axle Manufacturing company to ensure that...

When looking for a new axle for your trailer, the first thing that pops up in your mind is the type of axle you should buy. There are two main types...

How to tell if your Trailer Axle is Going Bad? Investing in quality trailer axles is a must for frequent hauls, but since they aren’t adjustable...

What is the Average Life Expectancy of a Trailer Axle? We recommend 3-5 years for replacing your axle. When building or purchasing your trailer,...