Torque For MORryde U-Bolts for 5,200-lb to 7,000-lb Round Trailer Axles MR66ZR

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UO12-018 MOR Ryde U-Bolt Kit . What is the recommended torque when tightening the nuts? Product info doesn’t state. Update ?

asked by: Robert M

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The torque for the MORryde U-Bolts for 5,200-lb to 7,000-lb Round Trailer Axles # MR66ZR is between 45 and 70 ft lbs of torque.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

When installing a new suspension system like the Roadmaster Comfort Ride Shock Absorbers for Tandem Axle Trailers #RM-2460 you mention, it is not required but a good idea to replace your old U-Bolts. Reason being that, any bolt, of any grade, when…

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Answer 2

The Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers part #K71-448-00 has zinc plated wet bolts which are just as strong as the black bolts you are used to seeing. The metal is the exact same but the coatings are different. The zinc coating…

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Answer 3

If you have a round 3" diameter axle on your Spartan boat trailer then you are going to want to use the CE Smith U-Bolt Kit part #CE23003 which contains u-bolts that are 7" long x 3-1/8" wide x 3/8" diameter. The reason you need…

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Answer 4

The MORryde U-Bolts for 5,200-lb to 7,000-lb Round Trailer Axles #MR66ZR are grade 5 bolts. They have a thread pitch of 1/2-20 and maximum torque of 70 ft-lbs.

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Answer 5

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 6

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 7

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 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

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 11

I contacted MORryde and this does happen from time to time as the weight of the trailer can spread out the axles due to downward pressure on the springs/suspension. Odds are the 35" wheel base #MR27ZR will be the correct one for you, but they…

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Answer 12

The absolute best cushioned equalizer that fits the dimensions you mentioned having would be the MORryde ALLTREK 4000 part #MR89DR as this is only option to provide vertical and horizontal cushioning. This would make a big difference and you'd be…

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Torque For MORryde U-Bolts for 5,200-lb to 7,000-lb Round Trailer Axles MR66ZR

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