Can Spring Seats of Dexter Over Under Kit be JB Welded Instead of Welded

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Can I use JB weld instead of actual welding?

asked by: Shane L

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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.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

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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Answer 2

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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Answer 3

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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Answer 4

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…

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Answer 5

The Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit like part #K71-384-00 does not require welding. That said, it is recommended to tack the spring seats to the axle but this is super easy to do even for someone with no prior welding experience. It…

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 11

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 12

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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Can Spring Seats of Dexter Over Under Kit be JB Welded Instead of Welded

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