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• Parts Needed to Replace Equalizer and Shackles and How to Determine Which Parts to Use
  Generally you'll want to replace your equalizer and shackles with ones that have the same or similar dimensions. The equalizer in the # AP233 kit has a 2" tall and 5-3/4" long (eye bolt center to eye bolt center) and the shackles included are 2-1/4" long. You might be able to make up the distance by just using some longer shackle straps like the Replacement Shackle Strap - 2-5/8" Long # 115052, which will give you an extra 3/8" of an inch. If you can provide the length of the shackle straps...
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• Dexter Heavy Duty Greasable Shackle Kit Needed
  It sounds like the Replacement Shackle Link with Bolts # 018-026-05 that you referenced is what you are needing. It comes with the shackle and wet bolts that have a grease zerk fitting installed on them. This kit is compatible with the following heavy duty Dexter Axle suspension kits: Kit - # K71-359-00 Kit - # K71-360-00 Kit - K71-448-00 Kit - # K71-449-00 Kit - K71-453-00
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• Correct Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for a 2002 Ranger Boat Trailer With 7-3/4" Equalizer
  Since you have a 7-3/4" equalizer you are going to want to use the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit # K71-449-00 you found. While most trailers who use this size equalizer will have a 35" axle spacing it is more important to match the dimensions of the equalizer than the axle spacing. This is due to trailer manufacturers not having to stick to specific regulations about dimensions. The kit includes 2-1/4" shackles which is going to work for your application. You will likely notice when...
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• Replacement Wet Bolts and Bushings for Keystone Impact 5th Wheel
  The Step Wet Bolt for 1-3/4" Double Eye Springs # 34007-187-00 you were looking at have a usable length of 2-1/4", which it sounds like match your existing bolts and would be typical for 1-3/4" wide springs. You will need a 7/16" locknut for this bolt, which is available with the Fastenal Lock Nut - Zinc Plated Steel - 7/16"-20 - Qty 1 # 1137306. You could also use the Redline Wet Bolts # 126B2, which come with locknuts included. For the bronze bushings I recommend using the Bronze Bushings...
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• Could Equalizer Kit K71-449-00 Fit Trailer with Axle Spacing of 34 inches
  Hey Brandon, the equalizer kit part # K71-449-00 will most likely work for you still but you'll want to measure the equalizers you have now to be certain. Measure the distance between the bolt hole centers of what you have now and if the are 7-3/4 inches then yes the part # K71-449-00 is correct. Let me know if you have something different.
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• Can Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers # K71-449-00 Replace Longer Shackles
  You would be fine to use the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers # K71-449-00 that you referenced which has shackle straps that are 1-1/4 inch shorter than what you have now. The ride height of the trailer would lower slightly but the suspension would still work great overall without any issue.
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• Replacement Suspension Kit For Tandem Axle 1 3/4 Springs With 7-3/4 x 2-7/8 Inch Equalizers
  In order to retain your current suspension geometry, you'll need to use an equalizer of the same length and height as the 7-3/4 x 2-7/8 equalizer you currently have. The Dexter Axle # K71-449-00 offers equalizers that are the same width and height as what you have now. The only difference is that the shackle links are a tiny bit shorter, at 2-1/4 inches versus the 2-1/2 you currently have. This difference is very small and won't be enough to have a negative effect on your suspension geometry. Thanks...
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• Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers
  There is a heavier duty version of the etrailer Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers item # e99ZR and it has the wet bolts and bronze bushings you are looking for. It's the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers item # K71-449-00. This kit has wet bolts that secure equalizers and springs to the hangers on your trailer, grease zerks that allow for fast, easy lubrication to keep moving parts functioning at their best, and heavy-duty shackle link assemblies with bolts...
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• Replacement Suspension Kit For Tandem Axle Trailer With 35 Axle Spacing
  With the information you provided on your current equalizers having 7-3/4" center on center you would need Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit Item # K71-449-00 for tandem axles with 35" spacing. Item # K71-359-00 would not be compatible because they are designed for tandem axles with 33" spacing.
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• Replacement Landing Gear and Equalizers for a 2008 Keystone Cougar 5th Wheel
  Thanks for the pictures! Based on the weight of your 2008 Keystone Cougar 5th Wheel, you will want the item # LG-1 landing gear set. You are going to want to measure to be sure this is the right size for you. The two things you will want to measure will be the distance of the black outer tube of the jack and the distance between the frame clamps (this measurement can differ depending on where the weld stops are located). You'lll need to measure from the underside of top bracket to top of...
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• Availability of 7-3/4 inch Equalizer Kit with 3-1/8 inch Long Shackles
  The lengths of the shackles that come with the equalizer kit part # K71-449-00 that you referenced are 2-7/8 inches measured from hole center to hole center. If yours are currently 3-1/8 inches this change would slightly lower the height of the trailer but it would still work. To match the shackle lengths and also be the thicker style you'd need the kit # MR76ZR with the # K71-655-00 which is cushioned. Or for just a standard equalizer and shackle kit you'd want the # e99ZR.
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• Does the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers Come with Bolts for the Hangers
  The Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers part # K71-449-00 does not come with eye bolts for the leaf spring side which is attached to the hanger. That said, all you would need to do to obtain these is simply purchase four additional bolts, if you prefer wet then you can use part # 126B2.
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• Heavy Duty Dexter Suspension Kit For 2011 Dutchman Denali Trailer
  The equalizer and shackle straps in the picture look a little worn, so replacing is a good idea on your 2011 Dutchman Denali. The Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers - 1-3/4" Wide Double-Eye Springs # K71-449-00 is a great upgrade option for you that gives you the grease zerk(s) for easy maintenance. As long as you current equalizer is 7-3/4 inches on center from bolt to bolt, it is a great replacement for your application. If you have a different measurement of...
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• Can 3-1/8 Inch Heavy Duty Shackle Straps be Used in Dexter Heavy-Duty Trailer Suspension Kit
  All of the tandem axle hanger kits for double-eye springs use 2-5/8 inch or 2-1/4 inch long shackle straps. The length is taken from the center of one eye to the center of the other eye. The overall length of a 2-5/8 model is just under 3-1/2 inches. The overall length of a 2-1/4 model is 3-3/8 inches.
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• Trailer Suspension Kits With 7-3/4 Long Equalizers, Bushings, Bolts and Shackle Straps
  Yes, the equalizer that is included with the Suspension Kit # e99ZR will come with nylon bushings installed. I prefer using bronze bushings with wet bolts myself as they will allow for smoother and quieter operation. The Dexter E-Z Flex Suspension Kit # K71-653-00 contains a cushioned Equalizer along with all the bronze bushings, wet bolts and shackle straps needed. Or you can use the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit # K71-449-00 if you do not want the cushioned equalizer to reduce...
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• Should Trailer Suspension Bolts be Torqued Down
  Since suspension components use lock nuts on the ends of the shackle bolts and the bolts need to be able to allow movement you actually don't want to torque down the bolts at all. You want to snug them up so that there's no lateral play but still allows easy movement of the bolts/shackles so that you don't inhibit the suspension from being able to do what it needs to do.
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• How To Choose the Correct Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers
  I don't have any information as to what leaf springs are on any one particular trailer such as a 2007 Jayco Jay Flight 29BHS but if they are double eye leaf springs which are the most common then we should have a Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers that will work. In order to choose the correct one you just need to make note of the equalizer dimensions; part # K71-449-00 for 7-3/4" long, part # K71-448-00 for 6" long, or part # K71-359-00 for 5-3/4" long.
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• Which Direction Should Grease Fitting of Dexter Equalizer Face
  I would face the grease fitting of the # K71-449-00 towards the rear of the trailer as that would limit the possibility of dirt or grime from getting into the grease fitting.
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• Compatibility of Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit with 2004 Forest River Wildcat 5th Wheel
  Thanks for the photo. You will not have any issue using the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers - 1-3/4" Wide Double-Eye Springs # K71-449-00 and moving the equalizer bolt down to the lower hole position. This will work very well on your trailer and will give you a better equalizer with the integrated grease zerk and the heavy-duty shackles with integrated grease zerks. The minor difference in equalizer height at that point will not be an issue for the shackle straps.
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• How to Determine Correct Suspension Kit For Tandem Axle Trailer
  Wheelbase isn't a good way to determine what heavy-duty suspension kit you need, despite manufacturers putting that as a listing. Instead, what you need to do in order to determine the right suspension kit is measure your equalizer from center to center of the bolt holes horizontally as well as from the bottom of the equalizer to the top bolt hole. For example, the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers # K71-449-00 measures 7-3/4" horizontally and 3" tall. I have added...
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• Difference Between Dexter Axle Heavy Duty Suspension Kits # K71-449-00 and # K71-359-00
  The difference is the length of the equalizers that come with the kit. The part # K71-449-00 comes with equalizers that are 7-3/4 inches from eye to eye whereas the part # K71-359-00 has equalizers that are 2 inches shorter at 5-3/4 inches.
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• Compatibility Of Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit Item # K71-449-00 With Current Setup
  The 1/4 inch shackle strap difference With the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit, Item # K71-449-00, will make a slight difference but should not be a problem. I certainly would not go with anything that is greater than 1/4 inch difference. The measured length on the website is 7-3/4 inches so that is the correct dimension of the equalizers. If any challenges, contact us and we will be glad to help.
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• Correct Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for a 2010 Keystone Cougar 5th Wheel
  The correct Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for a 2010 Keystone Cougar 5th Wheel is part # K71-449-00. That said, if you are looking for a true upgrade I recommend going with the Dexter E-Z Flex Suspension Kit part # K71-653-00 since the cushioned equalizers will do a far better job of helping to reduce road shock. These options are both designed for the 35" axle spread.
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• Could Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit # K71-449-00 be Used on Triple Axle Trailer
  Yes, you could use a second set of the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit # K71-449-00 and you'd be set for a triple axle trailer.
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