Spindle Nut Kit Recommendation for a Dexter 6k Axle

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I was wondering if this is the correct parts for the Dexter 6K axle spindles.They are the D60 axles. What is the size of the nut for use of a socket?

asked by: Robert N

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Since the D60 Dexter Axle uses a cotter pin and castle nut the # RG05-100 would not be the correct kit for you.

For that I would recommend the Trailer Spindle Nut # 165686. For a compatible cotter pin I would recommend the Cotter Pin part # 165649.

People use channel locks typically for installation and removal of these castle nuts since they don't really get torqued down and the length of the spindle prevents most standard sockets from being easily used.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The biggest difference between the servo styles that you'll notice is between free backing plates and the others. The free-backing plates will allow your trailer to back up without having the brakes lock up. With surge brakes typically when…

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Answer 2

The Never Fail Bushings like part #TRBU11566 and the Bronze Bushings like part #D014-077-00 are designed for 1-3/4" wide double eye leaf springs. There is not a version of these which are an upgrade over the factory nylon bushings for…

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Answer 3

That will depend on what actuator and brake assemblies you have installed on your trailer. Your best option would be to check out the link I attached that has all of the actuators we carry so that you can identify what you have and then check out…

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Answer 4

Uni servo and duo servo is basically the style of wheel cylinder. It basically puts pressure on either side of the cylinder. The styles are interchangeable so if you have one style over the other you can go with either style. As long as your drum…

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Answer 5

It looks like the slipper springs for 7,000 pound axles are 2 inches wide which is good because that is a very common size for slipper springs so there will be options available. We have a 3-5/16 inch long wet bolt in a 9/16 inch, #126B2, but I do…

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Answer 6

We currently offer several different spindle washers and I have included a link to them for you. However, none of then have an inner diameter of 1-1/16 inches. I recommend using a set of digital calipers to take the measurement because it needs to…

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Answer 7

You can convert your drop axles to get more height by attaching your leaf springs to the top of the axle. The height you gain will be the thickness of your leaf springs and the diameter of your axle. For example, if your leaf springs are 1-1/2…

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You'd want the tang washer like the #5-101 that you referenced between the washer and the nut.

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Answer 9

The issue is that there is a screw inside the jack that turns in either direct to raise or lower the jack. It threads through a fixed nut. At the very top of the screw the threads are all mashed up so that the leg can't just fall out.…

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Answer 10

Good news I can help you find the right replacement wheel cylinder. To determine the correct replacement wheel cylinder for your hydraulic trailer brake assemblies is determined by the brand and size of brake assembly that is on your trailer.…

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Answer 11

Good questions. The difference between free backing brakes like the #AKFBBRK-35-D and regular hydraulic drum brakes like #DMSB18794M-93M (referred to as duo or duel servo) is that the wheel brake cylinder has pistons on both sides of the…

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Answer 12

The etrailer.com brake set part #AKEBRK-35-SA that you referenced is a fit for your Dexter 3,500 lb axle. You will need to replace your current hub with hub/drums but aside from that you'd have all the parts needed.

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