Spindle Measurements Help Determine Axle Capacity on 3500 Pound Dexter Trailer Axles
Question:
How do you get a 3500 pound weight rating with the 1 1/16 spindle? I have read several opinions that the 1 1/16 spindle was limited at 2200 lbs. And, obviously, I am ignorant on this.
asked by: Joe B
Helpful Expert Reply:
The 1-1/16 measurement is the diameter of where the outer bearing rides on the spindle. There are different capacity spindles that have this same measurement. Ones with a thicker stem, the part welded to the axle, have a higher capacity and that is what is on axle # T3584F-EZ-8974. Each of the spindles is rated for 1,750 pounds for a total of 3500 pounds for the whole axle.
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Dexter Trailer Axle Beam with EZ-Lube Spindles - 89" Long - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- Easy Lube Spindles
- No Hubs
- 3500 lbs
- Spindles Only
- 74 Inch Long
- 89 Inch Long
- No Drop or Lift
- Dexter
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