Tandem Axle Hanger Kit Recommendation that has 5-3/4 inch Center Hangers

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Looking at Suspension Kit APT5 w/ the 7-3/4inch equalizer and need to know if I can Have the Kit sent w/ the TREQ104 - 5-3/4inch equalizer instead of the 7-3/4. Thanks,

asked by: Kirk

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For a trailer suspension kit that comes with 5-3/4 inch equalizers you would want the part # AP233-H248 instead of the # APT5. Aside from that and the center hangers being slightly different to accommodate the different equalizers the kits are the same.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Yes, the equalizers included in the Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit #AP233-H248 measure 2 inches tall (from eye hole to eye hole on center). I have attached a diagram to assist.

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Answer 2

The Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for Double Eye Springs - 3-3/4" Tall Front/Center/Rear #APT5 does not have different size shackle straps. They are all 2-5/8 inches from center of hole to center of hole. If your current straps are different…

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Answer 3

The center hangers in the Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit #APT8 that you recently purchased are indeed longer. This is actually pretty common for tandem axle trailers. The reason for the extra length on the middle hanger is related to the shackle…

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Answer 4

There are a lot of variables to consider when selecting a hanger kit. First you should select a kit that will accommodate the wheel and tire combination you are using. The #APT3 kit is a good choice for smaller wheel and tire combinations like 14…

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Answer 5

Thank you for providing the specs for the suspension components that you already have. Correct hanger spacing really depends on the components being used such as springs, hangers and equalizers. Most of the hanger spacing dimensions that we have are…

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Answer 6

Since you said your tires were rubbing I would go with a hanger setup that is a little taller like the part #AP233-H248 which has 3-1/4 inch front/rear hangers and 3-5/8 inch center. Also, while the 60/40 rule for axle placement is a great starting…

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Answer 7

It is not uncommon for the trailer hangers on a tandem axle trailer to be all the same size or for there to be different sizes that can be 1-1/2 to 2 inches different in height when you compare the center hanger to the front and rear. For example,…

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Answer 8

To correctly measure a leaf spring, you'll want to jack the trailer up on jack stands so the axle is hanging freely, then measure directly across from the center of one spring eye to the other, as shown in the provided diagram. The height of the…

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Answer 9

It depends on the leaf springs you are using. Basically you will need to mock it all up before permanently installing anything on the trailer. Generally speaking the distance between hangers would likely be 24-3/4 inches on center to 29-1/2 inches on…

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Answer 10

Yes, you can upgrade your current leaf springs with the higher rated 4,500 lb part #e27SR and you'll be fine. The suspension might be a little stiffer but you wouldn't have to worry about it going flat like what you have now.

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Tandem Axle Hanger Kit Recommendation that has 5-3/4 inch Center Hangers

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