How to Decide Which Dexter Torflex Lift Kit to Use on New Trailer

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Howdy, I have a brand new trailer with Dexter Torflex axles. How do I identify the axles so that I can order the correct lift kit? thank you

asked by: Doug K

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To identify the type of Dexter Torflex axle you have on your trailer, there should be a tag or plate located somewhere on the axle itself that lists the part number and weight capacity. The weight capacity should be a good indication of what type of axle you have. I attached an example of a typical Dexter tag below.

For example, the Dexter Torflex Kit # K71-724-02 is compatible with #11 Torflex axles with a 4,100-6,000 pound capacity. For #12 Torflex axles with 5,500-7,000 pound capacities you will use # K71-725-02 and for #10 Torflex axles with 2,300-4,000 pound capacities, you will use # K71-707-02.

If you are unable to find this information, I recommend checking with your trailer dealer as they should be able to tell you exactly what was installed on your trailer

expert reply by: Chris R

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Answer 1

Thank you for providing that picture. It is true that your typical #11 Torflex axle has a capacity of 4,100-6,000 lbs. However, your axle is in fact a #11 Torflex despite the 3,500 lb capacity. This was confirmed by Dexter. The correct lift kit for…

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Answer 2

You have a Dexter #11 Torflex axle. Dexter offers a spacer kit as part #K71-724-02, but it's sold as a tandem axle kit only and isn't available for a single axle so you'd have some leftover parts you wouldn't need. If you don't…

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Answer 3

Thank you for the pictures! I reached out to my contact at Dexter Axle who was able to confirm that you have #11 Torflex axles so the correct lift kit is part #K71-724-02. Since yours has top mounting holes you also need the bracket kit #DX57FR for…

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Answer 4

Thanks so much for the photo that was super helpful, and what the axle tag shows is that you have a #11 Dexter Torflex axle. We do have the correct lift kit for you, which is the following part: - Torflex Lift Kit - Tandem Axle #K71-724-02 This kit…

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Answer 5

Thanks for that photo and based on that you do have a #11 Dexter Torflex axle on your Airstream tandem axle trailer. I can confirm that the correct lift kit for a tandem axle trailer with a #11 Torflex axle is the Torflex Lift Kit #K71-724-02.

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Answer 6

We've had customers with your 2020 Airstream Caravel 22FB reach out to us in past looking for a lift kit and with the axle info you provided we were able to determine that your trailer has Dexter #11 Torflex axles so the correct lift kit is the…

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Answer 7

From what I was able to determine from some research, the 2017 Airstream Globetrotter 27FB does have a #11 Torflex axle on it, so the Dexter #K71-724-02 is the correct lift kit for your trailer.

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Answer 8

I spoke to my contact at Dexter Axle and they confirmed that you have a #11 Torflex Axle on your 2021 Airstream Caravell 22FB. The correct lift kit for that axle is the Torflex Lift Kit - Tandem Axle - 2-7/8" Lift #K71-724-02. This isn't…

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Answer 9

You simply need a different kit. The Torflex Lift Kit - Tandem Axle - 3-1/8" Lift #K71-725-02. This kit has the 9 inch on center holes for your axle. I've attached a photo of the lift to assist.

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Answer 10

We do have lift kits for trailers with Dexter Torflex Torsion Axles however, I don't have any information on what specific axles your trailer is equipped with so you will need to find out what axle is one your trailer either by calling the…

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Answer 11

The lift kits we carry fit with specific axles; the #K71-725-02 is a tandem axle application and will give a 3-1/8" lift and is compatible with side-mounted #12 Torflex axles with 5,500-7,000-lb capacities. If that is what your axle is, this kit…

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Answer 12

In order to choose the correct Torflex Lift Kit like part #K71-725-02 you'll need to know the axle model. The above for example is for a model #12. The model can be found on the axle tag sticker located on the axle tube. I have attached a full…

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