Advantages in Using the Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit

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What would be the difference in using this kit vs. just welding a new saddle on the top of the axle?

asked by: Eric T

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You don't have to weld anything with the Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit item # K71-385-00. This kit is completely bolt on. It eliminates the prep work, welding, and painting that you would have to do if you just welded a new saddle to the top of your axle.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Answer 1

Yes when you do an over-under kit you have to weld the seats to the axle for it to be installed properly. It is recommended to tack weld the new spring seats into place but a complete weld job is not required when installing the over-under conversion…

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The over-under conversion kit, #K71-384-00, is a bolt on kit, welding is not required for installation but the manufacturer instructions state that tacking the spring seat is strongly recommended. This kit is designed for 2-3/8 inch diameter axles.…

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It is recommended that the spring pads be tack welded in place when installing the Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit #K71-385-00 to avoid the axle slipping but aside from that there is no other welding. I have attached the installation…

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Yes, if done properly you could use JB weld to attach the spring seats of the Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit #K71-385-00 to your axle.

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I can end this debate for you real fast! Trailer tires, which will have an ST in front of the size, should always be inflated to the maximum psi indicated on the tire. Trailer tires usually do not have a recommended and maximum psi indication so I am…

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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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According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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The 5.30-12 tires, being wider, are going to make more contact with the road. This means that the noise, and heat build up will be higher than a 4.80-12 tire but the rolling resistance will actually be less because the tire is larger diameter. The…

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The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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Answer 10

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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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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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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