Dexter Trailer Axle Beam with Standard Spindles - 89" Long - 3,500 lbs
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Dexter Trailer Axle Beam with Standard Spindles - 89" Long - 3,500 lbs
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Dexter Trailer Axles - T3584F-8974
- 3500 lbs
- 89 Inch Long
- 74 Inch Long
- Spindles Only
- No Drop or Lift
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- No Hubs
- Dexter
- Standard Spindles
Round trailer axle beam measures 89" from hub face to hub face (when hubs - sold separately - are mounted) and 74" from spring center to spring center.
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 spindles - no drop
- Standard grease application
- Spring seats, brake flanges, and spindles are welded on
- Limited 2-year warranty
Specs:
- Weight capacity: 3,500 lbs
- Hub-face-to-hub-face length: 89"
- Spring-center-to-spring-center length: 74"
- Flange-to-flange length: 82-5/8"
- Tubing outer diameter: 2-3/8"
- Spindle size: 1-1/16"
- Bearings (sold separately):
- Inner bearing: L68149
- Outer bearing: L44649
- Grease seal: 10-19 double lip
- Outer diameter: 2.565"
- Inner diameter: 1.719"
- Brake flange configuration: 4 bolt
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.
Another helpful measurement to have is the flange-to-flange (C) length, which is measured from the outside of one brake flange to the outside of the one opposite. This length may be easy to obtain if you are replacing an axle, but it's important to note that this measurement is not the preferred method for determining which axle will best fit your trailer.
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.
T3584F-8974 Dexter Replacement Axle Beam - 89" Hub Face - 74" Spring Center - 3,500 lbs
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Customer Reviews
Dexter Trailer Axle Beam with Standard Spindles - 89" Long - 3,500 lbs - T3584F-8974
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (124 Customer Reviews)
Round trailer axle beam measures 89" from hub face to hub face (when hubs - sold separately - are mounted) and 74" from spring center to spring center.by: Bob 07/18/2023
It was a perfect replacement for my trailer. The axle bolted right up to my springs and the brakes even bolted up without problems.
by: David McGinnis09/16/2017
I replaced both axles and tough lock and I also put a Jack on my trailer i purchased theses parts from etrailer they were a perfect fit i really like the parts it was easy to order from etrailer the people i dealt with were really helpful if i had any questions i will use etrailer in the future for my trailer needs I would suggest to anyone working on a trailer weather it is yours or not use etariler for your patrs
by: Carl08/23/2022
Great replacement axel for my home built trailer! Very knowledgeable sales staff, great help.
by: Mike05/27/2023
Axles are great. The perches were welded 3/4 inch to narrow than what I ordered.
by: Jason 09/07/2023
Fast delivery & well packaged. Great customer service!
by: Mark 09/18/2023
excellent customer service fast shipping
by: David D07/31/2023
I am happy for the promopt delivery and packaging. The price was my deciding factor on buying these to fix my worn outdated axles
by: Robert 08/11/2023
Excellent price and service
by: Adam08/10/2023
Excellent customer service
by: Al07/03/2021
Good product. Installed easily and fit perfect. I was amazed how fast the axle was delivered. Made it easy to get my trailer back on the road.
Thanks for your fast service and great product.
by: James08/29/2022
Great axle. Very pleased with it. I was shipped the wrong axle butt etrailer sent the correct one and I was able to ship the wrong one back later. Got me on the road a little quicker.
Other than that mishap,Ian pleased with the axle and would consider buying from etrailer in the future.
by: Marc04/27/2023
Fit perfectly.
by: Butch 05/03/2023
Arrived on time, great service and excellent products. Thanks I will be back
by: William 12/09/2022
Your website is ready to navigate. The items I order airways ship fast, thank you e trailer.
by: Brian 04/05/2023
fast delivery, good product and best price around. Would deal with anytime.
by: Tony H03/09/2017
I needed to replace a bent axle on my 16 ft dual axle utility trailer. The axle from etrailer.com was OEM and was a perfect fit. I've bought from etrailer.com before and will continue to do so. They offer great products at competitive price points with fast shipping and great customer service.
Tony H.
3/11/2018
Thanks for the follow up.....just another example of etrailer.coms outstanding customer service. And, what a coincidence,......I was just on your website in the last couple of days looking at stuff for another trailer I plan to purchase in the next few weeks.BTW....I stand by my initial reviews....outstanding products, fair pricing, fast shipping, and outstanding customer service.
by: Gerard12/03/2018
The axle was great, but I SCREWED UP the leaf springs.They understood my deli ma and sent out the springs I should have ordered. Most pleasant people I have ever dealt with.
Everything ships quick
Gerard
12/4/2019
How sweet it is
by: Jeffrey08/19/2022
Shipping was much faster than expected. Customer service was excellent and a representative reached out to modify my order for faster delivery due to an item being back ordered. A replacement item was selected and everything arrived soon after order confirmation. All items arrived well packaged and exactly as I ordered it. I would definitely order from etrailer again.
by: Justin 02/15/2023
Great product!!!
by: Daniel 02/17/2023
Fast shipping. Part fits well and is as described.Good customer service and communication.
by: Curtis03/16/2021
The spring center spacing was 74" as advertised. However, the information page made it sound like using this for my 74.5" spring spacing would be no big deal. I did manage to get it to fit but I will be watching this closely. There should be a statement on all trailer axles that stresses the importance of proper spring center distance or explain what is all involved in changing the spring mounting seat location.
by: Jarod 10/28/2019
Super easy to swap out with the old axle, the bearings fit the spindles perfect. The spring perches and the axle itself were straight, would and will purchase from again!
by: Bob C01/06/2020
Easy to install with new ubolts and plates. Improved tire wear dramatically from old one.
Bob
6/17/2021
Great
by: Mike M.07/17/2017
Part was shipped and delivered in a very timely manner. Axle was an exact replacement for what I needed. Great service, quality product. Will definitely use etrailer again when the need arises.
Mike M.
7/17/2018
The axle I purchased is still getting the job done !! Thanks for making a quality product.
by: Joseph04/03/2020
Both the axle and u-bolt kit installed on my trailer with no hassle at all. This is the first time I’ve order from etrailer. My order came way before the estimated delivery date, which is great for all the DIY’ers. The only complaint/suggestion that I have is to put the torque specs with the u-bolt kits. Over all the product is great.
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Al J.
7/4/2022
Working great!! No problems with it at all. Very good product.