Replacing Harbor Freight Trailer Axle and Mounting on Underside of Leaf Springs
Updated 05/11/2021 | Published 05/08/2021
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
Hi, Long story that I will try to shorten as much as possible. Last year I ordered an axle to upgrade my Harbor Freight trailer Item # 20440I-EZ-60. When I received it there were parts missing which has been taken care of. But due to this issue I had to put the trailer back together with the old axle to use last summer. Now I am trying again to put the new axle on the trailer. This axle is to be mounted on top of the leaf springs, not enough room to do that as there was only about an inch between the axle and the frame. So I needed to order the kit to mount it under the springs and I was told to order Item # K71-384-00. This was also ordered last year. Well the under mount kit is for a Fits 2-3/8inch axle not the axle I actually ordered which is 1-3/4. Also, the leaf springs on my trailer are 2inch wide. This mounting kit is for springs that are only 1-3/4 Any suggestions on how to make this work? Pictures attached. Thank you
asked by: Daniel E
Expert Reply:
I recommend getting the correct parts for the axle that you have and not trying to use the parts in the Over-Under Conversion Kit # K71-384-00.
The correct Spring Seat # TRSS175 will need to be welded onto your new axle. This will allow you to mount the axle on the underside of your leaf springs.
The Replacement U-Bolt with Nuts for 1-3/4" Round Trailer Axles # 175643-Z are the correct diameter for the Dexter Axle # 20440I-EZ-60.
The U-Bolt Plate # CE20023G has the bolt hole pattern that you will need for your 2" wide springs.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Dexter Trailer Idler Axle w/ Idler Hubs - EZ-Lube - 4 on 4 Bolt Pattern - 60" Long - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- Standard Grade
- Idler Hubs
- 2000 lbs
- 4 on 4 Inch
- 48 Inch Spring Center
- 60 Inch Hub Face
- No Drop or Lift
- Dexter
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Q&A: Will Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly # 84546UC3-EZ Fit Inside a 13 Inch Wheel
- Shop: Replacement U-Bolt for 2" Wide, Square Axles - 1/2" Diameter - Zinc Plated
- Shop: etrailer Rust-Resistant 4-Leaf Slipper Spring for 4,300-lb Trailer Axles - 26-1/4" - Dacromet
- Shop: Replacement U-Bolt with Nuts for 1-3/4" Wide, Square Trailer Axles - 9/16" Diameter
- Video: A Closer Look at the etrailer A-Frame Trailer Tool Box
- Shop: Loadstar ST185/80D13 Bias Trailer Tire with 13" Aluminum Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range D
- Shop: Karrier ST185/80R13 Radial Trailer Tire with 13" Aluminum Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range D
- Shop: Zinc Shackle Bolt with Locknut for Double-Eye Springs - 3" Long
- Shop: Replacement Nut for Trailer Suspension U-Bolts - 1/2" Diameter - Galvanized
- Q&A: Installation of Slipper Spring with Open Eye End
- Search Results: trailer suspension parts
- Search Results: trailer leaf springs
- Q&A: Availability Of Over-Under Kit Or Lift Kit For 2,200 lb Axle
- Q&A: Correct Bushing and Bolt for 4-Leaf Slipper Spring # e33SR
- Search Results: lug nuts
- Article: Trailer Lighting Requirements
- Video: A Closer Look at the Loadstar ST185/80D13 Bias Trailer Tire with 13" Aluminum Wheel
- Video: Checking Out the Wheel Lock Set for 1/2" Wheel Bolts (2 Locks, 1 Key)
- Video: Karrier ST185/80R13 Radial Trailer Tire with 13" Aluminum Wheel Spec Review
- Search Results: trailer fender
- Search Results: spacer
- Search Results: single axle trailer fender
- Q&A: How Much Taller is a 5.30-12 Trailer Tire Compared to a 4.80-12 Trailer Tire
- Q&A: Can a 5.30-12 Size Tire be Replaced with a ST145/R12 Size Tire
- Q&A: Replacement Hubs and Bearings for Harbor Freight Trailer
- Search Results: tire
- Video: Hands-On with the Kenda K353 Bias Trailer Tire
- Video: Hands-On with the U-Bolt Plate for 2" Diameter Axle, 1-3/4" Wide Spring
- Video: Feature Breakdown: Replacement Nut for Trailer Suspension U-Bolts