Can Replacement Axle be Installed Below Leaf Springs on Trailer
Question:
The old axles I am taking off my trailer Mounted below the springs.Your axles all Seem to Mount On top of the Spring. Is this a problem?
asked by: Bob D
Expert Reply:
You are correct that the trailer axles we currently have available, such as the Dexter 89 Inch Long Trailer Axle # 35545I-EZ-89, are designed to be installed on top of the leaf springs. This is due to the location of the welded spring seats on the axle.
To install one of our axles below the leaf springs on your trailer, I recommend using the parts included with the Dexter Over-Under Kit # K71-385-00 for 3 inch axles or # K71-384-00 for 2-3/8 inch axles. I have attached the installation details for these kits that you can look through. The kit will allow you to install the axle below the leaf springs on your trailer and maintain the ground clearance you had with your previous axle.
Products Referenced in This Question
Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit
- Trailer Leaf Spring Suspension
- Alignment and Lift Kits
- Boat Trailer
- Camper
- Car Hauler
- Snowmobile Trailer
- Utility Trailer
- Double Eye Springs
- Round Axle - 2-3/8 Inch
- Single Axle
- Dexter
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Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit
- Trailer Leaf Spring Suspension
- Alignment and Lift Kits
- Boat Trailer
- Camper
- Car Hauler
- Snowmobile Trailer
- Utility Trailer
- Double Eye Springs
- Round Axle - 3 Inch
- Dexter
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Dexter Trailer Axle w/ Idler Hubs - EZ-Lube - 5 on 4-1/2 Bolt Pattern - 89" Long - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- Easy Lube Spindles
- Idler Hubs
- 3500 lbs
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 74 Inch Long
- 89 Inch Long
- No Drop or Lift
- Dexter
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