Trailer Suspension Kit That Uses Triangular Equalizers

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Im pricing out a job here on a trailer it has your part number TREQ310 equalizer on it and i was wondering if there was a suspension kit available with that equalizer in it that had shackles bolts bushings etc

asked by: Jason S

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Yes, we do have more of a kit that includes an equalizer with the same specs as the Triangular Equalizer for 1-3/4" Double-Eye Springs # TREQ310. This is the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers # K71-448-00 and it comes with the equalizers, bolts, and shackles needed to replace your current parts.

Aside from this you'll need new springs and potentially hangers depending on the current shape of these parts. If you need to replace those parts as well let me know the height of your hangers and then the unloaded length of your leaf springs and I'd be happy to help you find a replacement!

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

The correct replacement for a Dexter 13-10 Equalizer is the Triangular Equalizer part #TREQ310, not the Curved Equalizer part #TREQE1. If you want to upgrade, the Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers part #LC279688 would work but you might want to go with…

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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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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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Load range B trailer tires are going to have a lower capacity than C load range tires. Basically that, psi rating, and the ply rating are the only differences. A higher load range tire would last a little longer than lower load ranges of the same…

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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 the…

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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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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 9

Your math is correct in your trailer weight load example. If a fully-loaded tandem axle trailer weighs 4000-lbs then each of the 4 tires will bear 1/4th of that load, or 1000-lbs. In this case a tire rated for 1300-lbs would provide a good safety…

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Answer 10

You can add larger wheels and tires to a trailer as long as you have enough room for the larger size. The main clearance issues we find when putting larger tires and wheels on a trailer is from the top of the tire to the fender and from the inside…

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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 two sizes you mentioned are pretty similar and fit many of the same 15 inch wheels. The 205/75-15 fits rim widths of 5 inch to 6-1/2 inch whereas the 225/75-15 fits widths that are 5 inch to 6 inch. The 205 is 27.1 inches tall and the 225 is 28.4…

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