Do the Equalizers of the Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit # APT5 Come With Bushings

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Do the equalizers come with bushings installed?

asked by: Travis

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Yes, the equalizers of the Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit # APT5 that you referenced do come with bushings installed in them already.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

There really is no specific measurement for how tall your hangers need to be. We do offer some tandem axle suspension kits that you can choose from though. The most popular option that we have is the Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit #APT5 which has…

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I spoke with my contact at Dexter and he informed me that you will tighten down the mounting hardware as tight as you can reasonably get it, and that even though you have the hardware tight it will still allow the necessary movement for the equalizer…

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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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It is not uncommon for the shackle straps to flip once weight is lifted off the suspension but if they do so when you have a load bearing then this will not allow for proper load distribution or suspension travel. The cause of this issue is that the…

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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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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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The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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I am sorry I don't have any tires that are going to fit your rim. I do have a couple of comparable size tires that come in a wheel tire combo. I have listed the two below along with their lug patterns. 5 on 4-1/2 Lug Pattern - Kenda 205/65-10…

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Answer 9

You can add larger wheels and tires to a trailer as long as you have enough room for the larger size. The main clearance issues we find when putting larger tires and wheels on a trailer is from the top of the tire to the fender and from the inside…

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