Dexter Axle Lift Kit for 2018 Airstream Sport with 3,500 Lippert Torsion Axle

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Im trying to determine the correct Dexter axle lift kit for my 16-ft 2018 AS Sport. A photo of the axle ID tags are attached. Thanks for your help,

asked by: Gary B

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Thanks for the picture of your axle. From that I was able to determine you have a Dexter torsion axle with a 3,500 lb weight capacity and the lift kit part # K71-707-01 would be correct for it. This would give you a lift of 2-5/8 inches.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

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 2

It appears your 2018 Airstream Bambi Sport, 16' has a 3,500 lb. Torflex axle. You will want the #K71-707-01, this will give you a lift of 2-5/8 inches.

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Answer 3

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 4

Hey Andrew! Yes, Furrion does have a Chill Cube model with a heat pump. This was actually just released for aftermarket sale. You will need a complete system to make the switch, new R32 units aren't backwards compatible with old R410A systems.…

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Answer 5

Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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Answer 7

The #84 spindle is just a common way to identify the spindle dimensions typically used for 3,500 lb axles. So instead of listing out the parts, people can just say they have #84 spindles and it's easier to know what fits it. The CE Smith Trailer…

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Answer 8

It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 9

Trailer wheel bearings are specific to the spindle that is installed on the axle that is on your trailer. You will need to safely support the trailer, remove the wheel and tire, remove the grease cap, remove the cotter pin and washer that secures the…

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Answer 10

Hello Martin, Great question. The Aqua-Magic VI #TH37SE uses the same standard 2-bolt pattern and seal style as the Aqua Magic IV. So from a bolting-it-down standpoint, they’re compatible. The only thing you really need to double-check is the space…

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Answer 11

Grease Seal #RG06-050 is the replacement part for the Dexter 010-019-00. It is 1.719 inches inner diameter and 2.565 inches outer diameter. It is a fit for 3500 lb axles. This is a confirmed replacement cross-reference.

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Answer 12

Hey Robert, welcome back! The Dexter 010-036-00, our item #RG06-070, and the Timken item #TMK58ZR are functionally the same grease seal. Timken is known for using higher quality materials in their parts so they do cost noticeably more. Both the item…

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