Weight of 89" and 95" Trailer Axle w/ Electric Brakes - Easy Grease - 5 on 4-1/2 Bolt Pattern - 3.5K

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What does a 3500 lbs EZ-Lube axle with brake hubs weigh itself? If weight of this axle with springs, that is ok also. Couldnt find it on line. Want 72 hub face to hub face, but give me what ever you have and I can reduce it by the shorter tube. Thanks

asked by: Jack R

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We currently offer 3,500 lb axles in two different lengths, 89" and 95" which is measured at the hub face. The 89" Trailer Axle with Electric Brakes part # e43SR weighs around 95 lbs and the 95" Trailer Axle with Electric Brakes part # e52SR weighs around 100 lbs.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

The Dexter Trailer Axle w/ Electric Brakes - E-Z Lube - 6 on 5-1/2 Bolt Pattern - 89" - 5,200 lbs item #8327820-EB weighs 154 lbs.

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Answer 2

In the USA a tandem axle utility trailer with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 7500-lbs should have brakes installed. Any trailer over 3000-lbs must have brakes on all wheels in most states, but laws do vary. Some states require braked axles…

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We do offer axle beams alone and also complete axle kits that include hub/drums, brakes etc. All can be viewed by clicking on the included link. I also was unable to find a cross-reference for your axle number 4330537. This may be a production code…

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Each of the 86-1/2 inch axles we offer, such as the 5,200 lb Dexter Trailer Axle w/ Electric Brakes #8327816-EB and 6,000 lb part #8327826-EB have 71-1/2 inch spring centers. So what you would have to do is get new spring seats welded on at the…

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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 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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Hey Jaime, yes you can replace your 25-1/4 inch 3,500 lb axle leaf springs with a 5k rated axle spring like the part #e44SR. This will increase the suspension's weight capacity and might make the ride quality a little rougher but it would fit and…

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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 9

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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Answer 10

Thank you for purchasing from etrailer! You did a great job selecting compatible parts. When using Leaf Springs #e64SR with the #AP233 Equalizer Kit and the #H248 Hanger Kit, there should be 29-1/2" between the front and center hangers and…

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Since Grand Design is kind enough to list certain parts for their trailers I can confirm you have a 33" wheelbase on your 2020 Grand Design Transcend 27BHS. This means the MORryde Rubber Equalizers #MR87ZR will fit your trailer. Although I'm…

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Answer 12

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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