Dexter Trailer Idler Axle Beam with EZ-Lube Spindles - 60" Long - 2,200 lbs
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Dexter Trailer Idler Axle Beam with EZ-Lube Spindles - 60" Long - 2,200 lbs
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Dexter Trailer Axles - T20BTR-EZ-6048
- 2200 lbs
- 60 Inch Long
- 48 Inch
- Spindles Only
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- No Hubs
- No Drop or Lift
- Dexter
- Easy Lube Spindles
Round trailer axle beam measures 60" from hub face to hub face (when hubs - sold separately - are mounted) and 48" from spring center to spring center. EZ-Lube spindles make it easy to lubricate bearings (sold separately).
Features:
- Round axle beam acts as part of your trailer's suspension system
- Replace an axle on your trailer
- Fabricate a suspension to fit your application
- High-strength steel construction
- Bend in axle creates zero camber angle for even road-to-tread contact across the width of your trailer's tires
- Best for straight-line acceleration and steady, controlled towing
- Underslung design - spring seats welded to underside of axle for mounting leaf springs (sold separately)
- Low ride height makes it easier to load and unload your trailer
- Straight, EZ-Lube spindles - no drop
- Built-in grease zerk for simple lubrication
- Spring seats and spindles are welded on
- Limited 2-year warranty
Specs:
- Weight capacity: 2,200 lbs
- Hub-face-to-hub-face length: 60"
- Spring-center-to-spring-center length: 48"
- Tubing outer diameter: 1-3/4"
- Spindle size: 1-1/16"
- Spindle/Hub compatibility:
- Bearings: L44649 inner, L44649 outer
Axle Dimensions
There are multiple ways to measure the length of an axle beam, but the hub-face-to-hub-face and spring-center-to-spring-center lengths are the most accurate. Hub face (A) refers to the length of the axle measured from the base of one wheel stud to the base of the wheel stud on the opposite side of the axle (when hubs are mounted on the beam).
The spring center (B) is the approximate width of your trailer. It is measured from the center of the spring seat on one side of the axle to the center of the seat on the other. This axle beam comes with the spring seats welded on.
If you are replacing your trailer's axle, you should be able to figure out which type you need by determining your trailer's capacity, the bolt pattern of your wheels, the brake type and the aforementioned lengths.
Dexters
Dexters are made of high-strength steel and come with spindles and spring seats welded on. The spring seats are attached to the underside of the axle so that the leaf springs (sold separately) can mount beneath the axle. The result of this underslung design is a trailer that rides a bit lower for quick and easy loading and unloading.
Each axle is manufactured to create a certain camber angle. This ensures that the angle of the wheels is correct for your towing needs. Because the primary concern when towing is maintaining controlled, in-line movement, each axle is made so that your trailer's tires will run along the pavement evenly, with contact across the width of the tread. The result is excellent straight-line acceleration for steady, in-line tracking. You might notice the bend near the center of the axle; this is what ensures the proper camber angle. Having the center ride a bit higher and the sides of the axle bent lower allows the axle to give just enough to compensate for the load.
T20BTR-6048-EZ Dexter Replacement Axle Beam - Easy Lube - 60" Hub Face - 48" Spring Center - 2,200 lbs
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Customer Reviews
Dexter Trailer Idler Axle Beam with EZ-Lube Spindles - 60" Long - 2,200 lbs - T20BTR-EZ-6048
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (494 Customer Reviews)
Round trailer axle beam measures 60" from hub face to hub face (when hubs - sold separately - are mounted) and 48" from spring center to spring center. EZ-Lube spindles make it easy to lubricate bearings (sold separately).by: Jim 08/06/2021
Worked great for a harbor freight trailer replacement. I had to weld a little to make it fit but so far it’s hauling my firewood out of the mountains nicely.
by: Jean A02/23/2021
As usually quality of produce,, delivery, and packaging was superb! Bad weather did get in the way of delivery so I was delayed a few days...until the original delivery day estimated when the package shipped.
I did have one concern...it is not a deal breaker...it looks like a splatter from the welder ended up on the spindle between the machined surfaces where the bearings run. I think I can file it off without impacting the function of the axle. This one got by quality control...
by: Paul M09/16/2014
Dexter Axle is a direct drop in replacement for a bent one. Arrived quickly and had protectors on the ends.
Old hubs fit nicely but order at least inside bearing seals it is important for the ez lube to work well they not leak. and you'll need to remove them to repack the inside bearings anyways.
by: Rich C.10/07/2016
I rarely write reviews or respond to requests to review purchases but in this case I feel I must. The items I purchased to repair my very old and nearly defunct boat trailer were just exactly what was needed. Not only did everything fit perfectly but the price was unbeatable!! I would definitely purchase here again. Thank you for great quality products at a very reasonable price.
by: John04/02/2015
What a great product, packaging was simple yet effective. It's a great deal, can't wait to order for etrailer again. They fixed a problem I had with order (100% my fault) and made it easy to get the right part. I love these guys!
by: Mark11/17/2021
Fast shipping. Axle was poking out of the box, but no damage to the axle.
by: Lewis08/04/2021
Looks great. Fast delivery compared to [online retailers] which lost this part and didn't let me know until 3 weeks later. Needed this part asap.
by: Marty C.11/04/2016
Axle fit perfect and solved my tire wear problem. The price was terrific.
by: Brett08/30/2022
by: Lawrence08/30/2021
by: Emily05/21/2021
by: Mark07/18/2019
Excellent product and service!
by: Road Toad Trailers11/08/2022
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We install these axles on our trailers for years and they have worked well without any problems.
by: Scott10/25/2022
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Only issue I found after unpacking the axle was no holes drilled for the U bolts.
by: Jim 01/13/2022
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These axles are of excellent quality. They are a replacement for 3500lb axles which proved to light for my loads. I've bought trailer axles from etrailer in the past with great success and plan to buy additional to complete my trailer upgrades.
Comments
Working great. Handling the heavier loads.
Jim - 01/13/2023by: Tom03/19/2022
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With Alex's assistance and knowledge of my trailer requirements, I installed two 3500 lb axles. These axles are superior to any others that I was shopping for, and with a combined GVW of 7,000 lbs my trailer is now suited for any medium sized load.
by: Bryan10/07/2022
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Your website told me to only verify the length after I put in specifics of my trailer. It arrived and my mechanic Saud it was the wrong one because I needed a drop style. Even though your website was wrong your customer service still made me pay for the return shipping. So I'll take my business somewhere else from now on and my reviews will not be flattering fir your company etrailer.com
Comments
Normally, when replacing an axle with a new one you will want to the same style. You will see in the description that this one doesnt provide any or lift. Looking at the old axles you have you will note the difference in the spindles. You will be able to tell whether you want one with rise or as opposed to just straight like this one.
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Brooke M - 10/21/2022by: Joe11/26/2022
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I have ordered from your company several times and this is the first time you shipped by the post office, everything has been UPS, if this is the way you are going to ship something this long and heavy through the post office, I will have to order form some other company next time I need something. I have dealt serval times ordering fishing rods and they were shipped by the post office and every time they came in damaged in some way so I will have to really give it a lot of consideration on ordering from your company again. Very dissapointed. I guess your claim on fast shipping may be true, but fast delivery is a joke.
by: Pierce01/17/2023
Review from a similar EZ Lube Axle in Trailer Axles
Great product!!!!!!!!!
by: Brad09/08/2022
Review from a similar EZ Lube Axle in Trailer Axles
etrailer decided to ship this 140lbs axle via US Mail. Scheduled delivery was in 5 days from date of order. Immediately after getting the USPS tracking I called and was on hold forever. I was told it was new people in shipping and my axle would arrive on time. A month later and numerous calls later, still no axle, my mail man said " no way would he would be delivering anything that size". I was then told I would get it refunded since it was lost in the mail. A month later, and several calls saying the refund was "processes" still no refund. Then I was told I'd have to ship it back before getting a refund. But I still never received it. 2 months later an un marked car delivered it and finally etrailer sent a UPS pickup and got refunded. 3 months of different stories everytime I called. Be aware, they must have a lot of newbies at etrailer.
by: George M.09/08/2019
Review from a similar EZ Lube Axle in Trailer Axles
etrailer had the best prices and excellent customer service, Thanks Ian! Shipping was fast and free to boot. I bent the front axle on my in-laws fifth wheel camper and this axle fit the bill. I had to order a set of spring seats and weld them to the opposite sides. The original seats were at 68.5 " centers and that configuration was unavailable anywhere.
by: Mike B.11/14/2016
Review from a similar EZ Lube Axle in Trailer Axles
I inherited an aluminum trailer that ended up needing a complete overhaul and etrailer was the best resource I could have found. After researching extensively to find out what I needed and watching their videos on how to do it I ended up ordering an EZ-lube axle, galvanized hubs, springs and a hanger kit (in other words everything from the frame down).
Everything shipped quickly and arrived in great shape. All the parts worked perfectly and I couldn't be happier!
by: Roy10/31/2020
Review from a similar EZ Lube Axle in Trailer Axles
After a rust related axle failure, my equipment trailer was down. (If you roll in the rust belt, check your axles near where the brake wire goes through)
After checking my local source, I was told there was a long lead time for new axles due to the pandemic.
I was so happy to find etrailer. They had the exact axles I needed. After I pulled the axles I realized I also needed hardware and u-bolts.
Everything arrived ahead of schedule, allowing me to get back up and running quickly.
Thank you etrailer. You are a valuable resource.
by: Kevin06/22/2019
Review from a similar EZ Lube Axle in Trailer Axles
Perfect fit, nice axle and fast delivery. I liked it so much I ordered another a day later to replace the front axle. My 30 yr old tandem trailer's axle broke at the wheel, so I went to a local store which doesn't stock them anymore. Could of ordered a so so axle for $94 + $28 shipping and wait 2 weeks but needed it fast. I went to a major trailer sales & service shop and told "maybe we could get one for $250" with no call back. I decided to check out etrailer and was surprised to see Dexter axles that fit my trailer for $140 with FREE shipping in 3-4 days! Ordered Sat. night, got it Wednesday afternoon, and installed it (with brakes) in an hour. Only problem I had was determining if spindles would fit my hubs. They stated "1/16th spindle" and must be industry talk but french to me. So I had to look up bearing #'s they listed to check bearing sizes to make sure they fit my hubs. A little more time but not a deal breaker. The best part was the huge difference in ride with just one new axle. Always had bouncing loaded or not, but now with just one axle the ride is smoother no load and with my 4000 lb tractor on it. Can't wait to get the 2nd axle on that arrived today. First two pics show the difference between the old straight axle and the new dexter axle. The third is a pic of my 2nd axle, oh well. Etrailer is my new go to place for trailer parts. I have 7 trailers.
by: Kenneth11/04/2017
Review from a similar EZ Lube Axle in Trailer Axles
Axle arrived in perfect condition, was also an exact fit for my Top Hat Trailer.
Your staff was of great help finding my right axle.
I would recommend etrailer to everyone.
Comments
Axle is working out great. Easy to install, fit perfectly.
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