Torque Specs for U-Bolts on 3,500 Pound Axles
Updated 05/21/2019 | Published 05/18/2019 >
Question:
U_ bolt plates bent 1/2 u_bolts by from e_trailer try to torque down 75 foot pounds but the u_bolt plates bent this is not normal for tandem axle trailer 3500 lbs what is torque specs for tandem axle u_bolts thanks
asked by: George G
Expert Reply:
For 3,500 pound axle U-bolt kits like the Redline # APUBR-1 that use 1/2 inch hex nuts you will want to torque them down somewhere between 45 and 70 foot pounds. I have attached a great article on trailer suspension that includes this info along with details on all the other necessary components that you can look through.
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U-Bolt Kit for Mounting 3,500-lb, Round Trailer Axles - 5-1/2" Long U-Bolts
- Trailer Suspension Parts
- U-Bolt Kits
- Camper
- Car Hauler
- Utility Trailer
- 3500 lbs
- Round Axle - 2-3/8 Inch
- 7/16 Inch Diameter
- 5-1/2 Inch Long
- Dexter
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