Torque Specs for Wet Bolts for Dexter Axle E-Z Flex Suspension Kits

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I have a 2018 Cedar Creek with the 8000lb axel and the dexter ezfelx suspension on it. I have noticed that the front and rear shackle bolts are working loose. What is the torque spec for these bolts?

asked by: Robert B

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According to the installation instructions from Dexter Axle the torque specs for the wet bolts on their Dexter E-Z Flex Suspension Kits, like part # K71-653-00, is 30 - 50 ft-lbs. I have attached a clip from their instructions for you to check out.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

There is no specific torque rating for shackle bolts. You'll want to ensure that the bolts you use are long enough so that when installed you will have at least 2 threads protruding from the nut. Make sure that the bolt you're using…

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Answer 2

You can verify that the 10-19 grease seal included in Bearing Kit #BK2-100 is the correct one for your spindles by taking two measurements. First you want to measure the rear hub bore where the seal is inserted. The seal's outer diameter needs to…

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Answer 3

Torque specs for wheel lug nuts will vary depending on the diameter of the lugs, type of lug nut and the wheel's material. The linked chart details the recommended torque for many combinations. Dexter Hub/Drum #84546UC3 has 1/2-inch studs and…

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Answer 4

There is no YMM fit guide for the Replacement Dexter Bolt-On Shock Kit #K71-697-00 so I won't be able to say for certain, however if as long as you have either 2-3/8" or 3" diameter axles with 1-3/4" wide springs these'll fit.

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Answer 5

To find the correct E-Z Flex Equalizer, you will need to take off your current ones and measure the distance from the center of the one end hole to the center of the other. You will also need to ensure that your leaf springs are 1-3/4" wide.…

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Answer 6

The torque for the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 6,000-lb and 7,000-lb Axles - 12" - 5 Spoke Utility #8-174-5UC3 is not specified by the manufacturer. For 9/16 inch studs, the typical lug nut torque will be 120-140 ft lbs based on most…

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Answer 7

The Dexter E-Z Flex Suspension Kit, #K71-653-00 is for tandem-axle trailers with 1-3/4" wide double-eye leaf springs and 8K axles. If your 2018 Heartland Torque 345 5th Wheel Toy Hauler has 8K tandem axles, then yes this will fit. The Dexter E-Z…

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Answer 8

To correctly measure a leaf spring, you'll want to jack the trailer up on jack stands so the axle is hanging freely, then measure directly across from the center of one spring eye to the other, as shown in the provided diagram. The height of the…

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Answer 9

Yes, you can use the 4-Leaf Spring part #e22YR on your trailer. The overall length matches what you need and the capacity is close enough to your axle capacity that it would work well in that regard as well. It would have 500 more lbs than what your…

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Answer 10

Yes, our Dexter leaf spring part #DX74XR is the same as the part number 072-079-00. This is a 7-leaf spring for an 8,000 lb trailer axle that is 24-7/8 inches.

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Answer 11

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 12

What you describe isn't normal. Trailer axles are manufactured with a bow or crown in them, a slight arc with the high side on the top of the axle. When the trailer is loaded, the axle will straighten out so the tires make even contact with the…

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