Replacing a Right Rear Tag Spindle on a 1992 Holiday Rambler

[CrewJef]

I am looking at the feasibility of purchasing a 1992 Holiday Rambler that needs the right tag spindle replaced. Can I do this in my backyard?

 

[Mark_K5LXP]

Guessing it depends:
If the back yard is big enough
If you have sufficient skills
You have the proper tools
The spindle and possibly other parts can be sourced

You're in a better position to answer those questions than we are.

Mark B.
Albuquerque, NM

 

[CharlesinGA]

Many tag axles are nothing more than very heavy duty trailer axles, which generally have spindles welded into them. If that is the case, an entire new axle will need to be made.

A '92 model may not be worth the money to repair it. If on a GM/Workhorse chassis, parts for the chassis such as front suspension components are as scarce as hens teeth.

 

[Jubilee]

No

 

[woof-n]

I am looking at the feasibility of purchasing a 1992 Holiday Rambler that needs the right tag spindle replaced. Can I do this in my backyard?

It is technically possible providing you have the right tools, knowledge and confidents. Because you are asking the question, I would say no. You may end up with yard art. Sometimes the best deal on a RV is the one that you don't buy.

 

[garyr1]

My 1990 HR tag was made by MORryde, it used a rubber suspension. My money says that also needs to be replaced, or will very soon after you start to put some miles on it.

Replacing a spindle is a job for a machine shop. I'd keep looking.

 

[CharlesinGA]

If this is to be your first RV, get something you can use with minimal work. There are many good class C motor homes out there, early 2000's models that can be found. If it has been sitting out and ignored for too long, just pass it by. a smaller trailer is a good place to start RV'ing and allows you to learn the ropes and experience the fun for not much money. If you want a project and not interested in camping, well, really cannot help you.

 

[House Husband]

It should be a full floating axle. Meaning once the hub is removed, the spindle is just bolted to the axle. So it's no big deal. Go for it.

 

[Ex-Calif]

It should be a full floating axle. Meaning once the hub is removed, the spindle is just bolted to the axle. So it's no big deal. Go for it.

Agree with this... "if" it is a bolted on spindle.

Anything further is a pass.

 

[Kirk]

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[Rene T]

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[RayIN]

I doubt there is such a thing as a non-driveable "good deal". Parts alone might run $1,000. As to DIY, I defer to reply #2. For that particular part, I'd guess they are NLA, requiring you buy one from a MH salvage yard, and they would likely only sell the entire axle.

 

[Larry N.]

Last seen Sunday at 10:09

Time Zone????

 

[Rene T]

Time Zone????

You are probably right

 

[Rene T]

What is wrong with your spindle? The only critical area is where the grease seal sits. Just polish it with a fine emery paper. Can’t have any pitting or scoring.
If there is any damage where the bearing sits, just clean it up with a file. Don’t worry about pitting. If it’s scored, just file it enough to get rid of any raised area/metal. Don’t worry about any grooves. The inner race of the bearing has to just slide over the damaged area

 

[Domo]

I am looking at the feasibility of purchasing a 1992 Holiday Rambler that needs the right tag spindle replaced. Can I do this in my backyard?

Most of the "truck chassis" scale work requires a heftier set of tools than I own, which may be the only obstacle if you understand the mechanics involve for the job. Check with local stores that might rent out larger socket/breaker bar, pneumatic impact hammers, etc....

 

[Jubilee]

It should be a full floating axle. Meaning once the hub is removed, the spindle is just bolted to the axle. So it's no big deal. Go for it.

It’s a tag axle. No live drive axle to “float”
Sorry to nit pick