How Tall Above Equalizer is Zerk Fitting of Dexter Equalizer K71-448-00

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On the K71-448-00, how high does the zerk fitting stick out on the top of the equalizer? I have a shorter hanger and want to make sure I have the clearance for the top zerk fitting on the equalizer.

asked by: Marco D

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Expert Reply:

The 90 degree zerk fitting on top of the Dexter Equalizer part # K71-448-00 is right at 1/2 inch above the top of the equalizer.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers part #K71-448-00 has zinc plated wet bolts which are just as strong as the black bolts you are used to seeing. The metal is the exact same but the coatings are different. The zinc coating…

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Answer 2

The weight capacity for the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers part #K71-448-00 is really going to be determined by the spring and the tires on the trailer they don't have a specified weight rating. It is for use with 1…

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Answer 3

To determine if the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit #K71-359-00 will work with the current suspension on your 2003 Carson trailer you will simply need to measure your equalizers and shackle straps that you have on them right now. The equalizers that…

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Answer 4

I don't have any information as to what leaf springs are on any one particular trailer such as a 2007 Jayco Jay Flight 29BHS but if they are double eye leaf springs which are the most common then we should have a Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit…

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Answer 5

The 1/4" shorter equalizer in the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit #K71-359-00 will be just fine but you are correct that you don't want to use shorter shackle straps as well. You can either reuse your old ones if they are in good shape or…

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Answer 6

The Dexter suspension kits are high quality and include "wet bolts", bronze bushings instead of nylon and thick shackles. Properly maintained these would likely outlast typical factory kits three times over! To determine which kit is right…

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Answer 7

Excellent question, and the difference between the two kits comes down to the dimensions of the equalizers. What you will want to do is match up the size of your equalizer with the size of the equalizer in these kits. - 6" Long, 4" Tall…

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Answer 8

The equalizers that come with the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit #K71-448-00 have bolt holes that measure 6" apart on center and then 4" tall on center as you can see in the attached photo. You'll want to measure your current…

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Answer 9

To slightly lower your trailer that has had an "axle flip" kit installed you would want to use slightly shorter shackle straps, not longer ones. Shorter shackles will let the axle rest closer to the trailer frame, which lowers the trailer…

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Answer 11

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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Answer 12

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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How Tall Above Equalizer is Zerk Fitting of Dexter Equalizer K71-448-00

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