What Size Socket to Install 3 inch Round Trailer U-Bolts 9/16 inch Diameter

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What size nut is on the 9/16 u bolt, Face to face? 3/4 or 7/8?

asked by: Ron K

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You will need to use a 7/8" socket to install the 3" Round Trailer U-Bolts 9/16" Diameter # SP01-080.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

For the axle U-bolts, we have two different options: - 3" Round Trailer U-Bolts 9/16" Diameter #SP01-080 - 3" Round Trailer U-Bolts - 1/2" diameter #SP01-060 Since these bolts are so close in diameter, I recommend…

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Answer 2

Leaf springs typically have the part #stamped on the strap that holds the leafs together at one end of the shorter leafs, or it is painted on the concave side of the springs. The part number can then be used to determine the capacity of the springs.…

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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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Thank you for providing the specs for the suspension components that you already have. Correct hanger spacing really depends on the components being used such as springs, hangers and equalizers. Most of the hanger spacing dimensions that we have are…

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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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The Dexter 072-078-00 is a 2,200 lb capacity leaf spring. You can use a higher capacity leaf spring, however it won't increase the capacity of your trailer as the axle is still rated for that max capacity of 4,400 lbs. My recommendation for a…

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As long as the weight capacity is inline with your trailer/axle rating and the measurements match your current springs, the number of leaves in a spring pack does not matter. The difference between a 3 and 4 leaf spring pack within the same weight…

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For a single axle trailer, you want the shackle strap to be able to move so that you have the spring deflection needed for your suspension. Angled like the photo or even almost vertical is fine you just don't want the shackle strap to bind and…

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I contacted MORryde and this does happen from time to time as the weight of the trailer can spread out the axles due to downward pressure on the springs/suspension. Odds are the 35" wheel base #MR27ZR will be the correct one for you, but they…

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If you are wanting to go to higher capacity leaf springs I would advise against it. The problem is that since the trailer axle is rated for 3,500 pounds you won't gain any additional capacity by switching to higher capacity springs. What it will…

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Answer 11

You are indeed right to think this way. When picking out the appropriate leaf springs for your custom built trailer you will want to choose them based on what the actual loaded weight of the trailer will be. Just make sure that the leaf springs have…

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The hangers you currently have on your trailer are ones I have run into before. That being said, I spoke with MORryde and the #MR27ZR will still fit your trailer, but there is a modification that will need to be made. You’ll have to trim according to…

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What Size Socket to Install 3 inch Round Trailer U-Bolts 9/16 inch Diameter

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