Trailer Jack and Jack Stand Recommendation for Trailer with Dexter Tor-Flex Axles

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Can these be used on the Dexter Torxflex axles? I have a 35 foot trailer with dual axles. the Dexter Manual states not to lift the trailer by the axle tube. Thanks

asked by: Gary D

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You'd have to jack your trailer up by the frame with a bottle jack like the # ALL620471 since the TrailerLegs Tire Saver Stands # 326-TRLLG-4 require your trailer to have standard axles. The part # ALL620471 also doubles as a jack stand too for if you were planning on storing the trailer.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup when it is loaded and ready to tow. This figure also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. I attached…

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The combined 8,000 pound weight capacity for the Single Axle TrailerLegs Tire Saver Stands #326-TRLLG-2 is enough to support the weight of your trailer but you will still want a set on each axle to provide proper lift on all 4 tires. Using just one…

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The TrailerLegs Tire Saver Stands #326-TRLLG-4 are perfectly safe for your axles and will not cause any damage whatsoever. Axles are designed to bear the weight of a trailer and using the TrailerLegs does not affect their capacity or ability to do…

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When changing just a couple tires at a time on your trailer, you will want to keep the trailer raised up off the ground to keep weight off the remaining tires. You can use jack stands like #PTW41021 to stabilize the jacked up trailer or the…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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Weight distribution works to distribute the tongue weight of a trailer up to the front axle of the tow vehicle so that it will sit more level and handle/brake better. That being said the systems do not "reduce" tongue weight or allow you to…

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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 10

Hey Dennis, we have a replacement 7-way plug with the part #A7WCB which would work great to replace your damaged one. I attached a diagram for 7-ways for you to check out as well.

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Hi Robin, Yes, you can absolutely use the 2" Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Shank #EQ90-02-4600 with the Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution #BXW2000. The hole spacing on the Equal-i-zer shank is the same as the Blue Ox shank which is why they…

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