Torque Specs for Lippert Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers for Tandem Axle

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What are the specs for the equalizer on my 2020 Durango Gold 40 foot 5th wheel?

asked by: Ted B

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Expert Reply:

According to the manufacturer's installation instructions for the Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers # LC279688, the nut threaded onto the equalizer bolt as well as the nuts threaded onto the shackle bolts should be tightened until they bottom out on the bolt shoulder at 30-50 ft-lbs.

expert reply by: Carla M

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

Both the Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers - Double Eye Springs like #LC279687 and the E-Z Flex Heavy Duty Rubber Suspension System like the #K71-653-00 will provide an upgrade over the standard cast equalizers that most likely came on your trailer.…

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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