Lift Kit for Horse Trailer with 7k Dexter Torflex Torsion Axles

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I need a lift for my horse trailer. It has dexter axles. This is the number stamped in them 153666049 Can you tell me what axles I have and which kit will work? And what bracket can’t be more than three inches? I read the lost but still not clear! Thank you

asked by: Chris W

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Helpful Expert Reply:

I sent your axle info to Dexter and they were able to determine that you have a set of 7k Dexter Torflex axles so the correct lift you need is the part # K71-725-02 which will give you a lift of 3-1/8 inches.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Scott K.

4/3/2024

I have an enclosed triple axle trailer with 5k torsion axles. I need to level out the trailer because there’s to much load on the rear axle. Can I install these 3” lift kits cause I do not see any applications for triple axles. Thanks Scott.

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Jameson C.

4/8/2024

@ScottK Yes, with two of the lift kits this would work on a triple axle setup assuming you have the correct axles for this lift kit.

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Answer 1

Hey Robert, for a 5,200 lb Dexter Torflex axle like what you have we have the Dexter lift kit part #K71-724-02 which will give you a lift of 2-7/8 inches.

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Answer 2

Yes, the Torflex Lift Kit #K71-725-02 is the correct one to use on your 5th wheel trailer with tandem #12 Dexter 7K Torflex axles. This kit will provide an additional 3-1/8 inches of rise and will help level out your trailer so it isn't nose…

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Answer 3

We have seen people mount storage boxes on either side of the nose of a V-nose trailer like what you see in the picture I attached. The part #DZ91717P would work well if you have room for it like that. The dimensions of the box are 36" long…

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Answer 4

We have some lift kit options for torsion axle setups but the fits are very specific. So I will need you to get me the brand and capacity as well as any other info you can get on the axle from the label that's on it and I'll be able to let…

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Answer 5

Aluminum trailer frames or bodies can cause grounding issues so I suggest using a separate ground wire that runs from the rear of the trailer up to the main ground post in the junction box like #38656. You can join the ground wires for the individual…

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Answer 6

For the Dexter Torflex torsion-type trailer axle on your Palomino pop-up the lift kits available are excluded from use due to the axles having top-mount brackets. These kits, as you noted, work only with side-mounted axles. We do not sell Torsion…

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Answer 7

The Dexter Torflex Lift Kits like the Tandem Axle #K71-725-02 that you referenced are only confirmed to work with Dexter Torflex axles. It's possible that the spacers will fit with your AL-KO axles but this has not been tested. The spacers for…

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Answer 8

There is always a way to make it work. I can't recommend doing that as I have not tested it and I do not offer a product like that with the exception of the Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit part #K71-384-00. This will give you a…

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Answer 9

In order to choose the correct Torflex Lift Kit like part #K71-725-02 you'll need to know the axle model. The above for example is for a model #12. The model can be found on the axle tag sticker located on the axle tube. I have attached a full…

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Answer 10

Yes, you can use wood screws to secure the e-tracks to the plywood walls in your trailer. However, as you mentioned the weight capacity would be less than if you were to attach them to metal beams. The tracks themselves can handle up to 2,000 lbs but…

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Answer 11

The Dexter Torflex Lift Kit #K71-707-02 that you referenced is only confirmed to fit Dexter #10 Torflex axles that have a 2,300 to 4,000 pound capacity. It's possible that it will fit other torsion axles like what you have on your trailer, but it…

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Answer 12

I spoke to my contact at Dexter Axle and he said the reason that the Torflex Lift Kit - Tandem Axle - 3-1/8" Lift #K71-725-02 can not be used on 3" tall brackets is it would make your trailer too tall and it would cause the trailer to not…

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