Can I Re-Use My Wet Bolts without Grease in Them with the Never Fail Bushings

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I understand the greased wet bolts are not recommended however, can I still use the wet bolts if they have been cleaned and remain grease free?

asked by: Collin A

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Yes, technically if you already have something like the Wet Equalizer Bolt with Locknut and Grease Zerk for Double-Eye Springs - 3-5/16" Long # 126B2, and assuming you were able to get the grease out of the wet bolt and it was kept grease free, you could use them with the Never Fail Bushings.

If you want to replace your old wet bolts with standard equalizer bolts, you can use the Zinc Shackle Bolt with Locknut for Double-Eye Springs - 3" Long # TRFA73Z916DLNZ.

expert reply by: Erik B

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Answer 1

Hey Paul; it looks like the bolt hole has been elongated/enlarged from use over time. This is something that can happen from standard suspension wear. It should match the 9/16" bolt. With the hole being that large I would say it is time to…

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Answer 2

Hey Corey, Bolt grades for leaf spring suspensions can range from grade 5 to grade 8, with the consensus being that grade 8 is the most preferred. For a 3,500lb axle the Zinc Shackle Bolt with Locknut #TRFA73Z916DLNZ would be a compatible…

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Hey Gary! The note you're referencing applies when the Correct Track system is installed, which your setup does not have. The MORryde X-Factor Crossmember #MR33WR does include longer wet bolts to account for the added bracket thickness at the…

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I was unable to find any information with the numbers on your axle, unfortunately. However, you can contact the manufacturer of the trailer and they should be able to tell you exactly which inner and outer bearings you have. If for some reason they…

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Hey Mike, so MORryde does strongly recommend using bronze bushings with their X-Factor brace. Nylon just wears out quicker. Do you have the older 2 inch wide springs or the 1-3/4 inch wide springs?

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Answer 6

The Roadmaster Comfort Ride Leaf Spring Suspension Kit w/ Shock Absorbers #RM-2460-2570 will not include wet bolts. This is due to the system using slipper springs to replace the double eye springs that come on most trailers. With the slipper springs…

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Answer 7

You can use wet bolts with nylon bushings or bronze bushings. That said, bronze is usually recommended for longer lifespan.

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Answer 8

You sure do Greg! Which is why the MORryde X-Factor Crossmember for Standard Frame Hangers item #MR33WR comes with longer suspension bolts. These bolts will replace the ones currently being used on your trailer's spring hangers. The X-Factor…

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Answer 9

The width of the Roadmaster Bushing part #RM47GR is 1.75 inches.

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Answer 10

Hey Richard, thanks for reaching out! Yes, the MORryde X-Factor Crossmember for Standard Frame Hangers #MR33WR can be installed with the Roadmaster Comfort Ride #RM-2460-2570. Just as long as the X-Factor is installed on either of the end hangers as…

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Answer 11

Hello Robert, thanks for reaching out. The Roadmaster Comfort Ride is a great choice for a suspension upgrade. This system is compatible with the MORryde X-Factor Crossmembers, so you can add those to all 3 hangers if you wish. One thing I would do…

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Answer 12

Hi Nick; the MORryde X-Factor Crossmember for Standard Frame Hangers #MR33WR includes the following parts: 2- 7/16-20 Flange Locknut GRB Zinc 2- 9/16-7/16-20 x 3.4 Wet Bolt GR5 Zinc 20- 3/8-16 Flange Locknut GR8 Zinc 20- 3/8-16 x 1 Flange Bolt GR8…

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