How to Mount an Underslung Axle Below the Leaf Springs

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I was wondering if you sell trailer axles with the spring bracket on the top vrs the bottom? Im interested in Item # 8327816

asked by: Todd H

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I have a solution for you but all of our axles are underslung so you won't find one with the bracket on top. To install the Dexter Trailer Axle Beam with E-Z Lube Spindles item # 8327816 you will need the Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit item # K71-385-00. This kit will allow you to install your axle below your leaf springs.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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The spring seats (or perches) on a 3,500 pound axle can each be safely moved as far as 9 inches away from the hub face without affecting its integrity. Since the hub you are looking at features a 73 inch hub face measurement and a 58 inch spring…

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Answer 2

The best and safest way to have the axles orientated to the leaf spring is the way the trailer was originally manufactured. The trailer manufacturer will have tested the trailer with the original suspension setup for adequate braking and handling…

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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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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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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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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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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 difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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Answer 10

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 11

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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I have attached for you below some common torque values needed for a trailer suspension system but a lot of these will vary by bolt size and other factors. U-Bolts: Varies by Size - 1/2" bolts: 45 ft/lbs - 70 ft/lbs, 9/16" bolts: 65 ft/lbs…

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