Do Bronze Bushings for Trailer Suspension Require Reaming When Installing Shackle Bolt

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When replacing nylon spring bushings with bronze bushings do they need to be reamed before installing the shackle bolts?

asked by: Ferd B

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Helpful Expert Reply:

Bronze bushings like the # D014-077-00 do not require reaming when installing a shackle bolt into them. The splines in the bolt might make it a little tight but that is on purpose and does not require enlarging.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Thanks for the pictures! Since your 2022 Grand Design Reflection 303RLS came with the CRE3000 equalizers you will need three of the MORryde X-Factor Crossmember item #MR33WR. It looks like you have the standard 3" wide frame hanger so all of…

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I have an option for you, but unfortunately we do not sell a kit with just the wet bolts and bushings for the Lippert Road Armor on your 2019 Keystone Montana High Country 375FL. I recommend the Bronze Bushing #D014-077-00 which is 9/16"…

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I have a replacement axle option for you, but based on the information I was able to find on your AL-KO 4400lb Axle #402268 it uses an older style of braking assembly that was discontinued when AL-KO was bought out by Dexter. If the brakes on your…

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We do not have any equalizers with the dimensions you mentioned. From the looks of the photo you sent it appears the hole may be elongated and you may be able to use an equalizer that has all of the holes at 9/16-inch like part #TREQ356, or with a…

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Answer 5

The bronze bushings and wet bolts are a great option but they still do require maintenance especially under the conditions you referenced. There really isn't any new information in comparing it is basically the difference between maintenance…

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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

Hi Bruce, To lift your trailer we'll first need to check of the suspension and see if you have torsion axles or a leaf spring suspension. If you have torsion axles then I'll need to see the axle tag in order to determine what you have so I…

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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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Answer 10

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 11

Yes, going from a 4 leaf to a 6 leaf spring would add slightly to your ride height. For example, if the current 4 leaf spring has 3/8" thick leaves, and you go to a 6 leaf spring with 3/8" thick leaves, you would be adding 3/4" of…

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Answer 12

Increasing the tire and wheel size can increase the height of the trailer but it's usually quite minimal. Before you do anything else you should see if the pin box can be adjusted. Although you have to be careful here since This will lower the…

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Do Bronze Bushings for Trailer Suspension Require Reaming When Installing Shackle Bolt

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