Can the 6,000 Lb 86-1/2" Trailer Axle e73SR Be Flipped So the Spring Seats Are on Top

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hello I just ordered thesea nd relised that my axle has the spring supports on the top where the axle is under the springs where thes are for the pot of the spring is this a problem for the brakes if I role ths over .

asked by: Chris D

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The Trailer Axle with Electric Brakes part # e73SR has a slight arch to it which is designed to flatten when the trailer is loaded so you cannot rotate the axle to shift the spring seats on top. It's setup from the factory for underslung applications. In order to use this axle in an overslung application you'll need the Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit part # K71-385-00. This allows for a bolt-on swap without any cutting or welding required.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

The Dexter axle part #8327820 could only fit your trailer if you installed new spring seats on it since it has spring seat centers at 74 inches and your trailer has them at 71.5. For new spring seats you'd want the #TRSS300 welded at the…

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Answer 2

Thanks for the picture! I couldn't get all the information I needed off of the tag but our best option to replace the axle on your Keystone Montana is the Dexter Trailer Axle w/ Electric Brakes item #8327826-EB. This axle has a 6,000 lbs…

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Answer 3

Yes, so long as your current axle is 6,000 lbs and has the same measurements, if you are switching to electric brakes you can use the Trailer Axle w/ Electric Brakes - Easy Grease - 6 on 5-1/2 - 86-1/2" Long - 6,000 lbs #e73SR. To determine…

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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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Answer 5

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…

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Answer 6

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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Answer 7

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…

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Answer 8

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…

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Answer 9

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…

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Answer 10

A BT8 spindle would have a diameter of .99 of an inch where the bearings would both install and would have a diameter of 1.24 where the great seal would ride. That would require a hub part #AKIHUB-440-2-1K for an idler hub. A BTR spindle would have…

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Answer 11

To determine the size of the hub assembly you need to purchase you have to determine which bearings are in the old assembly. If the old assembly has L44649 inner bearings, you would use the hub you chose #8-258-5UC1. If the inner bearings are marked…

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Answer 12

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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Can the 6,000 Lb 86-1/2" Trailer Axle e73SR Be Flipped So the Spring Seats Are on Top

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