Correct Hanger Spacing for 5-Leaf Double-Eye Spring # e34SR

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What is the spacing we need between the hangers from center to center for this kit? K71-359-00 with SP-111275 springs tandem axle.

asked by: Dominic T

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Expert Reply:

The correct hangers that you need to use for the 5-Leaf Double-Eye Spring # e34SR and the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit # K71-359-00 come in the Kit # H248. For your application these need to be spaced 29-1/2" apart on center.

I have attached a diagram that demonstrates this for you. The leaf spring that you will be using is refereed to as "PR5" in the table.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

We do have an option for you but you will want to measure your equalizers to make sure they will work. The axle spacing is not something to get too focused on. More than likely you will be able to use the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for…

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Answer 2

We have confirmed with Dexter that the EZ lube spindles on their axles have a standard 1/4" pipe thread fitting that can be replaced with part #Gzerk that we carry. We don't carry an angled version of this though.

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Answer 3

I have a solution for you, but the Dexter #K71-359-00 is not going to be a fit since the equalizer is only 5-3/4" wide. You could use the Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers - 1-3/4" Wide Double Eye Springs - 3-1/8" Links #e99ZR,…

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Answer 4

The Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers - 1-3/4" Wide Double Eye Springs #AP233 is the standard suspension kit. For a heavy duty option, we have the Dexter Axle Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for Tandem Axle Trailers - 1-3/4" Double Eye…

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Answer 5

The Dexter Axle Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for Tandem Axle Trailers - 1-3/4" Double Eye Springs #K71-359-00 will work for your application. The 2 inch height difference in the equalizer will obviously lower that location slightly which will bring…

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Answer 6

We have the Dexter E-Z Flex Suspension Kit #K71-359-00 which is a cushioned equalizer kit with bronze bushings and wet bolts like you are wanting which would work perfectly. This is definitely your best option and will give your trailer a more…

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Answer 7

We can help you with replacement trailer suspension parts for your Keystone Cougar. Our main page for suspension components is linked for you; on this you can select items like shackle straps, spring bushings, bolts and equalizers. Shackle strap…

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Answer 8

In order to confirm fit of the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit part #K71-359-00 you'd need to measure the existing equalizers and verify they are 5-3/4" long (hole center to hole center). If they match then this kit will be an exact fit. If…

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Answer 9

There is not an option for the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers #K71-359-00 with 2-1/4" shackles so you'd have to get equalizers and shackles separately. And the 7/16" nuts are not a typo, that is the size of…

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Answer 10

When using the equalizer kit part #K71-359-00 with leaf springs that measure 25-1/4 inches long like the part #e28SR the hanger spacing you'd want to use is 29-1/2 inches.

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Answer 11

Since your current equalizers are having issues with hitting the trailer frame that would indicate that they are too long currently so going with the shorter #K71-359-00 would be what you'd want instead.

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Answer 12

I recommend going with the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit #K71-449-00 on your trailer. This will have another 7-3/4" wide equalizer versus only the 5-3/4" wide one you get in the Kit #K71-359-00. Both kits will give you the shorter…

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