Can the 6,000 Lb 86-1/2" Trailer Axle e73SR Be Flipped So the Spring Seats Are on Top

Published 12/13/2022

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Trailer Axle w/ Electric Brakes - Easy Grease - 6 on 5-1/2 - 86-1/2" Long - 6,000 lbs

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$579.20

Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit

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$82.90

Question:

hello I just ordered thesea nd relised that my axle has the spring supports on the top where the axle is under the springs where thes are for the pot of the spring is this a problem for the brakes if I role ths over .

asked by: Chris D

Expert Reply:

The Trailer Axle with Electric Brakes part # e73SR has a slight arch to it which is designed to flatten when the trailer is loaded so you cannot rotate the axle to shift the spring seats on top. It's setup from the factory for underslung applications. In order to use this axle in an overslung application you'll need the Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit part # K71-385-00. This allows for a bolt-on swap without any cutting or welding required.

expert reply by: Conner L