Wet Bolt and Bronze Bushings for Tandem Axle Trailer

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I have a 2017 avenger 20rd travel trailer and would like to improve the suspension to include wet bolts and bronze bushings. The current equalizer is a Dexter 13-104 which kit would be best ?

asked by: Kerry P

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For your trailer that has Dexter equalizers the wet bolt kit you'd want that has bushings too is the # MR46ZR which also comes with heavy duty shackles. If you wanted just wet bolts though you'd need the part # 126B2 and then bronze bushings # D014-077-00.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

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 2

Well shackle length is mainly based on the height difference between the front and rear hangers. The rear hanger normally doesn't hang as low as the front so that the shackle can offset the difference and add the ability to move. What is…

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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…

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Answer 4

Yes, axle spread and wheel base by definition are the same measurements. You will measure from the center of one axle to the center of the 2nd axle to determine what you axle spread is. This may be difficult as some wheels and covers will make this…

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Answer 5

The absolute best cushioned equalizer that fits the dimensions you mentioned having would be the MORryde ALLTREK 4000 part #MR89DR as this is only option to provide vertical and horizontal cushioning. This would make a big difference and you'd be…

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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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Answer 7

To find the load capacity for your axle you should look on the trailer VIN plate or sticker that lists the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that…

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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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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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Answer 10

Thanks for the pictures! Since your 2022 Grand Design Reflection 303RLS came with the CRE3000 equalizers you will need three of the MORryde X-Factor Crossmember item #MR33WR. It looks like you have the standard 3" wide frame hanger so all of the…

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Answer 11

I reached out to MORryde and the MORryde Rubber Equalizers for Tandem Axle Trailers - 35" Wheelbase - 8K #MR27ZR you were looking at is designed for 35" axle spacing and would not work with your trailer with 36" axle spacing. My…

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Answer 12

You will definitely want to go with the Road Armor Shock Absorbing Equalizer Kit #LC696740 over the MORryde as the Road Armor has more travel and will provide a smoother ride. Then, in regards to shackle straps I'm not sure what you mean by which…

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