How Tight Should Wet Equalizer Bolts like # 126B2 When Installed on a Trailer

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Can you tell me what the torque rating is for greasable bolts, 126-B2? I am using this on my leaf springs and equalizer on my landscape trailer. Thank you.

asked by: Larry

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When tightening down Wet Equalizer Bolts like # 126B2, our installers in the past have torqued them to about 70 foot pounds. Over tightening can lead to components being damaged so make sure to use a torque wrench that is rated properly. I have included a link to a video that may help as well.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

It really shouldn't matter what direction the wet bolts part #126B2 install when used for equalizers or shackle straps. But if Dexter says to install them in the orientation you described then I would recommend you stick with their…

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Answer 2

Yes, we do have the wet equalizer bolts you can use with the Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers. You will need #126B2. I have included a picture showing a typical installation of the bolts being used to secure the springs to an equalizer. Installation of…

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Answer 3

Most trailer leaf springs will have a bushing in the eyes of the spring. It is interesting that the install video we have for the wet bolt part #126B2 that you referenced does not have a bushing involved at all. In reality all that really matters is…

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Answer 4

I would love to help you upgrade the suspension on your Twilight 2800 travel trailer. The MORryde Rubber Equalizers for Tandem Axle Trailers #MR87ZR that you referenced are a great solution but we do need to double check a few things. First is that…

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If you are using 9/16 inch shackle bolts which are the most common you will want 65 to 95 foot pounds of torque. If you are using 1/2 inch then go for 45 to 70 foot pounds. And for 5/8 inch bolts use 100 to 120 foot pounds. All of these components…

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Answer 6

Finding the correct MORryde equalizer kit will be pretty specific, so I cannot tell you which will be correct without knowing the wheel spacing and axle capacity, unfortunately. With that being said, if you have the trailer's VIN, you may be able…

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Answer 7

There is no specific torque rating for shackle bolts. Basically for the middle bolt there should be enough free play in the shackles to allow them to move. Tightening the shackle bolts too much will squeeze the shackle straps against the leaf springs…

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Answer 8

Most likely there is some old grease inside the bolt that's clogging things up. You can raise the trailer up and remove the wet bolt in question to give it a thorough cleaning or just simply replace the bolt altogether. Unfortunately there's…

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Yes! You can use Bearing Buddies on anything as long as you use the right size and as long as the axles are not EZ Lube axles with the grease fittings on the ends of the spindles. If your outer bearings are L44643, L44649, or L44640 then you can use…

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Answer 10

We do have a solution for replacing your obsolete Dexter trailer axle but it isn't your standard trailer axle as none of ours matches that description. If you want to stick with a standard axle you need to contact a trusted trailer shop to have…

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Answer 11

I contacted MORryde and this does happen from time to time as the weight of the trailer can spread out the axles due to downward pressure on the springs/suspension. Odds are the 35" wheel base #MR27ZR will be the correct one for you, but they…

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Answer 12

Yes, axle spread and wheel base by definition are the same measurements. You will measure from the center of one axle to the center of the 2nd axle to determine what you axle spread is. This may be difficult as some wheels and covers will make this…

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