Availability of Over-Under Conversion Kit for 4 Inch Axle

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I have a 4inch 3500 axle and would like to convert to under leaf spring.

asked by: Jason M

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Expert Reply:

The Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit # K71-385-00 referenced in your question will only work on 3 inch round axles. We do not have a kit like this available for a 4 inch diameter axle.

If you are looking to raise your trailer the next best option is to replace your existing hangers with longer ones. I have attached a link that will take you to our available selection of hangers that you can look through if you decide to go this route.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Answer 1

If your trailer has an adjustable coupler and you have already tried adjusting it to the proper height for towing level, then you could install a cost effective over-under conversion kit on your trailer. Keep in mind that changing your trailer…

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Answer 2

Your Dexter 7k axles would be 3 inch diameter axles so the Over-Under kit part #K71-385-00 would be the correct kit to use for your trailer.

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Answer 3

Hi Jeff; thanks for the question and sturdy is definitely a good word for the etrailer tonneau that fits your 2022 Ram 1500 with a 5-1/2 foot bed, the etrailer Hard Tonneau Cover #e35DR. It's made of a fiberglass-reinforced plastic which is a…

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Answer 4

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 5

Increasing the tire and wheel size can increase the height of the trailer but it's usually quite minimal. Before you do anything else you should see if the pin box can be adjusted. Although you have to be careful here since This will lower the…

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Answer 6

Yes, the Thule TracRac SR Sliding Truck Bed Ladder Rack #TH57RV will fit your 2020 Ram 1500 with the 5'7" bed and no Ram box. Unfortunately, this rack is only available in the silver color. We do offer the TruXedo Elevate Truck Bed Rack…

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Answer 7

Hey Patrick, so for your leaf spring upgrade I am going to need to know a couple of things before I can get you over to the right part. Specifically, the length from eye to eye, the spring width, leaf thickness, and the number of leaves. From here I…

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To find the load capacity for your axle you should look on the trailer VIN plate or sticker that lists the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that…

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Answer 9

For a hard folding tonneau cover that is rack compatible on your 2023 Ford F-150 I recommend the BAKFlip MX4 Hard Tonneau Cover. You will need one of the following based on your bed length: -BAKFlip MX4 #BAK76FR (5-1/2' bed) -BAKFlip MX4 #BAK46FR…

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Answer 10

Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit, part #K71-384-00, is specified by Dexter for use only with double-eye springs. It is not suitable for use with slipper springs. It is considered by our technical friends at Dexter to be unsafe to use…

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Answer 11

Hey Jaime, yes you can replace your 25-1/4 inch 3,500 lb axle leaf springs with a 5k rated axle spring like the part #e44SR. This will increase the suspension's weight capacity and might make the ride quality a little rougher but it would fit and…

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