Recommended Replacement Equalizer Bushings for Tandem Axle Gooseneck Trailer

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I’m looking for new bushings for my equalizers on my Diamond C FMAX 212

asked by: Bernard K

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I have a few options for you to replace the bushings on your equalizers, a standard replacement and an upgraded replacement. For standard, I recommend the Nylon Bushing part # TRBU11566. For upgraded, I recommend the Bronze Bushing part # D014-077-00 with Wet Bolt part # 126B2. The bronze will last much longer than the nylon. The other option would be to upgrade to cushioned equalizers, the MORryde Shock Absorbing Suspension Equalizers for Tandem Axle Trailers part # MR87ZR for a 33" axle spread or part # MR27ZR for a 35" axle spread.

Please note, these options are all designed for a trailer with 1-3/4" leaf springs so if you have something else please let me know what that is.

expert reply by: Conner L

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U-bolts like the 3 inch axle U-bolt part #SP01-060 are measured from the inside of the U. So it has 3 inches between the U. Axles have a bow to them that has to always point down otherwise the wheels will be way out of alignment. You will need to…

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Answer 2

The three most common lug stud sizes for a trailer are 1/2"-20, 9/16"-18, and 5/8"-18. In order to make sure you get the correct lug nuts you need to measure the lug studs on the trailer now as we have no way to look this up for…

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Hey Aidan, a small amount of play is fine in your leaf springs. If the springs are sagging significantly then that could indicate that your springs are worn or there may be other suspension problems. If you notice any of that, then you are going to…

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If the shackles are flipping the wrong direction frequently that typically means the leaf springs are too short, the hanger spacing is too big, or the shackles are too short. Most of the time it's somebody changed leaf springs and just went with…

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Sounds like one of your shackles is facing the wrong direction after installing everything. When a shackle flips around and faces the wrong direction on trailer suspension most of the time just putting weight on the trailer and driving will correct…

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I never recommend using grease with Nylon Bushings #TRBU11566. The grease can trap dirt which will cause the nylon to become damaged easier. And the chemicals in different greases can cause the nylon bushings to break down. If you want to use Grease…

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There should be enough free play in the shackles to allow them to move. There is no specific torque rating for shackle bolts. The first thing you should make sure of is that the bolts you use are long enough so that when installed you will have at…

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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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You can use leaf springs that are rated higher than the axle without any issues as long as they measure the correct measurement for your trailer. For example the 6-leaf double eye spring for 7,000 lb axles part #e64SR measures 24-7/8" eye to…

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Answer 10

Hey Victor, yes the Long U-Bolt Kit part #RM33KT is a Roadmaster brand u-bolt kit. This does include nuts and washers as well.

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Hi Don, Based off the measurements of your current equalizer being 5 5/8" center to center, I wouldn't recommend using the MORryde CRE3000 because it's over an inch longer than your current equalizer. Having an equalizer that's…

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Thank you for providing the specs for the suspension components that you already have. Correct hanger spacing really depends on the components being used such as springs, hangers and equalizers. Most of the hanger spacing dimensions that we have are…

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