Availability Of Equalizer 5-3/4" Long And 1-3/4" Tall For Tandem Axle Trailer

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good morning I need an equalizer with 5 1/2 inches between holes and 1 3/4 inches high for a tandem axle. do you have anything like this or at least close to it?

asked by: Craig

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I do have a potential solution for you. While we do not have an equalizer that matches those measurements exactly, we do have the Curved Equalizer for 1-3/4" Wide Double-Eye Springs # TREQ104. This measures 5-3/4" long and 2" tall.

When replacing an equalizer we do want to keep every thing identical to stock if possible. There is going to be a small amount of tolerance. With the # TREQ104 we are looking at a difference of 1/4" each way, so it will undoubtedly be a suitable replacement.

expert reply by: Jesse M

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Answer 1

In the past we've found that the trailers that have 31 inch wheelbases use the equalizer #TREQ104 so based on that the correct kit you'd need would be the part #AP233.

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Answer 2

I attached a picture that shows the proper position of shackles and equalizers on trailer suspension. Sometimes the shackle will flip up but if you jack up the trailer by the axle that's got the shackle flipped you can usually get it to flip back…

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Answer 3

To slightly lower your trailer that has had an "axle flip" kit installed you would want to use slightly shorter shackle straps, not longer ones. Shorter shackles will let the axle rest closer to the trailer frame, which lowers the trailer…

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Answer 4

Thank you for providing all of that information! From the photos and dimensions it looks like you have the suspension kit that's equivalent to the Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit #APT5. For your axle and hanger spacing you need lead springs that…

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Answer 5

If your trailer is sitting perfectly level and the equalizer is sitting at an angle then yes I would agree you have too long of equalizers and would need to go with a shorter one like the part #TREQ104 which is 5-3/4 inches. Sometimes it's just a…

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Answer 6

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 7

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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Answer 8

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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Answer 9

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 10

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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Answer 11

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 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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