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    Frame and Tub Paining Questions

    Ok, I have searched but haven't found what i am looking for. I am looking for some more recent advice. As you can see in my previous posts, I am redoing my M416 so I have a few questions regarding painting choices. Frame: Powder-coat the frame (cost 200-300) What other choices are there that...
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    My M416 Build

    All, It is finally time. After 8 years of owning this trailer as is, I have taken the plunge. I have disassembled everything and made a few repairs to the fenders and frame so far. I still have some work to do before sandblasting, but I'm sharing my work as I go. I got a Lincoln 140 welder...
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    Uggg Wheels don't fit dexter hubs!!!

    Well I purchase a Dexter 3500lb axle for my m416. I ordered it in a 61'' width and went to put the wheels on today and the freaking dust cap gets in the way of the rims. I can't even get the end of the lug nut to touch the holes. Is there a different hub that may have the proper back spacing to...
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    Spring Center Measurement for the M416

    Do any of you remember the spring center measurement on the M416. I am at work and left it at home. I think it was 39 1/4''... Can anyone confirm before I place my order today?
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    Body lift for the M416 questions.

    I can't refine the search enough, and I am sure thisquestion has been asked before. Can you put a piece of 1-2" stock in between the leaf spring mounts and the frame rail on the M416? I figure this will give plenty of clearence for 33's with out jacking the tube way up with a SOA (spring over...
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    M416 new axle with brakes?

    Well i can't find exactly the answers i am looking for so here we go. I have a m416 that I would like to build out this spring/summer. I know the springs are shot and I want to replace the axle to match the 5 on 4.5 pattern I have. So here are my questions. Is a 3500 lbs axle overkill? should I...
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    M416 Springs

    I have searched around through the forum a bit but have not found what I am looking for. So here we go. I just recently purchased a M416 and want to get a new axle so my 5x4.5 rims fit it. The springs are also shot. The actually have almost a negative flex in the so I know that I need something...
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