Can a Damaged Torsion Axle Be Replaced with Timbren Axle-Less Suspension

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recently purchased cattle trailer with torsion axles x2,with 8x6 1/2 dexter hubs .torsion axles axles are faulty on left side due accident . can these be repaired /rebushed to work or what should be done ?

asked by: Robert D

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Torsion axles use internal rubber cords to provide the suspension motion and they really are not practical to repair/rebuild. Certainly any axle that was damaged in an accident should be replaced purely for safety reasons. It is potentially possible that in certain cases the spindles can be replaced but that depends on the specific torsion axle and the specific damage.

We do not offer torsion axles but we do have axle-less suspension kits from Timbren that completely dispense with the axle beam. Kits like 7K-rated # TASR7KS01 bolt directly to the trailer frame which means you can gain substantial ground clearance under the trailer.

expert reply by: Adam R

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Kevin S.

6/3/2020

Can these be set up for surge disc brakes with 13 inch wheels

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Chris R.

6/8/2020

Timbren Axle-Less systems can absolutely be used with surge brakes. Can you tell me what specific system you're looking at? If so, I would be happy to recommend the specific parts you'll need to make this happen.

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Answer 1

It is certainly possible for any axle to wear out enough over time to need replacing. Since the suspension is built into a torsion axle if the suspension part was to wear out pretty much the only solution would be to replace the axle. If the…

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Answer 2

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…

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Answer 3

For your aluminum trailer with a galvanized steel tongue (swing-away tongues cannot be used on aluminum tongues), you'll need a die-cast steel tongue with a zinc finish from Fulton. The correct fit is going to depend on the size of your…

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Answer 4

Spindles can be replaced for torsion axles, though you would have to get them removed and put on by a professional welder. I have added a link to our selection of spindles for you to check out to see if we have one that matches the capacity and…

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Answer 5

There really isn't a particular maximum trailer weight that is used to determine when brakes need to be added to both axles of a tandem axle setup. While I do still recommend checking your local laws, I am also not aware of any general laws that…

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Answer 6

The Timbren Trailer Suspension Enhancement System #TTRA1702 is 2-3/4" tall with no load on the spring. This particular system is designed to mount to the frame with the included bracket(see image) and when the suspension compresses the axle will…

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Answer 7

In the picture I have attached you will see the dimensions of the Titan Aero 7500 Brake Actuator #T63FR noted has an overall length of 20 inches. You mentioned that your trailer tongue is 3-1/4 inches wide - the standard width of a trailer tongue is…

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Answer 8

The only option we have for a replacement axle in that 83.5 inch length is the Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension System w Hubs - Straight Spindle - 5 on 4-1/2 - #A35RS545. This system can replace an axle of any length, but replaces the current…

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Answer 9

Trailer spindles are welded directly to the axle so to remove one it just needs to be cut off completely using a torch or saw. Then to replace the spindle such as with the EZ Lube #TRU37FR that you were looking at it's extremely important that it…

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Answer 10

Trailer tire speed ratings do use a letter code system. A tire rated L for speed means it can be operated up to 75 mph; a tire rated M for speed can be operated up to 81 mph. There are many other speed codes. A trailer tire that does NOT indicate any…

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Answer 11

The Dexter Axle Torflex axles are basically broken up into the following categories: #9 - 1,000 - 2,200 lb #10 - 2,300 - 4,000 lb #11 - 4,100 - 6,000 lb #12 - 5,500 - 7,200 lb Based off of your 2004 R-Vision Trail-Lite Model 8306S being a tandem axle…

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Answer 12

We only carry the Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assemblies Left #DX25QR and Right #DX52QR for your Dexter axle. We do not carry the replacement lever, magnet or hardware separately for these brake assemblies.

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