Should Trailer Axle Have Slight Upward Bend
Updated 09/25/2019 | Published 09/24/2019
Question:
My axle looks to be bent on the wrong direction? Could it have been put in upside down?
asked by: Marty
Expert Reply:
You did not specify which way your axle was bent, but a trailer axle such as the Dexter Trailer Axle Beam # T3584F-EZ-8974 should have a slight upward bend, as you should be able to see in the accompanying photo of this axle installed. The reason for this is because the axle will flatten out when it is under a load. If yours does not look similar it may have been installed incorrectly or you may have another suspension issue so I recommend taking your trailer to a local trailer repair shop or potentially contacting any type of local trailer repair specialist and have them take a look to try and diagnose the issue.
I have added links to help articles on trailer suspension for you to check out as well as a link to our entire selection of replacement axles.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Dexter Trailer Axle Beam with EZ-Lube Spindles - 89" Long - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- Standard Grade
- No Hubs
- 3500 lbs
- Spindles Only
- 74 Inch Spring Center
- 89 Inch Hub Face
- No Drop or Lift
- Dexter
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: U-Bolt Kit for Mounting 2,000-lb, Round Trailer Axles - 4-1/4" Long U-Bolts
- Shop: CE Smith U-Bolt Kit for Mounting 2,000-lb, Round Trailer Axles - 4" Long U-Bolts - Zinc
- Shop: Single-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for Double-Eye Springs - 1-1/2" Front, 7/8" Rear
- Shop: Single-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for Double-Eye Springs - 1-1/2" Front, 1-1/4" Rear
- Shop: Single-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for Double-Eye Springs - 1-1/2" Front, 1-1/4" Rear
- Shop: Spring Seat for Typical 2,000-lb, Round Trailer Axles with 1-3/4" Diameter - Qty 1
- Shop: Single-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for Double-Eye Springs - 3-1/4" Front, 1-1/4" Rear
- Article: What Is A Leaf Spring? (Everything You Need to Know About Trailer Leaf Suspension)
- Q&A: Should Trailer Axle have Bend In it that Faces Downward
- Article: 7 Common Questions Everyone Has About Trailer Tires
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between Taskmaster Provider and Contender Trailer Tires
- Q&A: Using Passenger Car Tires on Trailers
- Q&A: Where Are Task Master Tires Made?
- Q&A: Are Taskmaster Trailer Tires Decent Tires Compared to Other Trailer Tires Brands
- Q&A: How to Choose Correct Capacity for Trailer Safety Chains
- Q&A: How Are Safety Chains Rated