Proper Torque for Trailer Suspension Wet Bolts

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What is the proper torque for 3/8 and 9/16 wet suspension bolts

asked by: James K

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There are no specific torque settings for wet bolts like the # 126B2. You need to tighten them down until the knurled portion of the bolt pulls completely into the shackle strap and the bolt head runs all the way down to the shackle strap.

expert reply by: Robin H

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Answer 1

I would be happy to help! When measuring for new leaf springs you need to either take them off of the trailer, or jack up the side of the trailer so that the axle is not carrying any weight. Based on the pictures of the leaf springs on your 2017…

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Answer 2

The suspension bolts should be 9/16" diameter as these are fairly standardized so if that's what you have I recommend the Wet Equalizer Bolt part #126B2.

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Answer 3

There is no specific torque rating for shackle bolts. You'll want to ensure that the bolts you use are long enough so that when installed you will have at least 2 threads protruding from the nut. Make sure that the bolt you're using…

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Answer 4

There should be enough free play in the shackles to allow them to move. There is no specific torque rating for shackle bolts. The first thing you should make sure of is that the bolts you use are long enough so that when installed you will have at…

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Answer 5

All the parts you ordered are designed to work together, but the grommet part #A91GB is for flush mounting the Optronics Light part #AL82AB that you have. This grommet will get installed into a hole in on your trailer that is about 2-7/8 inches…

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There is not a specific torque requirement for bolts like the Shackle Bolt #166081. You'll want to make sure that you're using a lock nut and ensure that the bolts you use are long enough so that when installed you will have at least…

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Answer 7

According to the manufacturer's installation instructions for the Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers #LC279688, the nut threaded onto the equalizer bolt as well as the nuts threaded onto the shackle bolts should be tightened until they bottom out…

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Answer 8

We have an EquaFlex wet bolt kit with the part #LC64FR which comes with new wet bolts, shackles, and nuts. The shackles are 3-1/8 inches like you mentioned wanting. Then for replacement bushings you'd want the part #LC32SV. These are…

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Answer 9

When installing the Road Armor Shock Absorbing Equalizers #LC696740 you'll want to use a torque wrench on the bolts and torque them to between 30-lbs/ft and 50-lbs/ft torque. I confirmed this with my tech contact over at Lippert.

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Answer 10

According to the installation instructions from Dexter Axle the torque specs for the wet bolts on their Dexter E-Z Flex Suspension Kits, like part #K71-653-00, is 30 - 50 ft-lbs. I have attached a clip from their instructions for you to check out.

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Answer 11

The Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver for RVs part #13703 is what I recommend for a Grand Design Solitude. It features a 3,500 lb gross trailer weight capacity and 350 lb tongue weight rating. This will be the most offered for a trailer as…

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Answer 12

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…

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