Which Way Should Bow of Trailer Axle Point When Installed
Updated 03/28/2024 | Published 02/28/2023
Question:
I bought a axle to build a trailer witch way dose the bow go
asked by: Lenny
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Expert Reply:
Yes, the bow of a trailer axle like the # 35545I-EZ-89 needs to point up. This is built into the axle so that when there's weight on it the axle flattens out and the alignment is correct.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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Dexter Trailer Axle w/ Idler Hubs - EZ-Lube - 5 on 4-1/2 Bolt Pattern - 89" Long - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- Standard Grade
- Idler Hubs
- 3500 lbs
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 74 Inch Spring Center
- 89 Inch Hub Face
- No Drop or Lift
- Dexter
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3/23/2024
Expert Reply: Trailer axles are supposed to have a bow in them that faces down towards the ground. With the weight of the trailer normally this flattens out slightly and gives you the correct camber you need. Whoever flipped your axle should have used an over under kit like the # K71-384-00 to move the springs to the other side of the axle while still allowing it to face the right direction. Flipping them like they did is why your tires are wearing like you mentioned. All of the axles we have like the # 35545I-EZ-89 are underslung so you'd need the over under kit like part # K71-384-00 that you mentioned to get the springs on the right side and give you the additional ground clearance. expert reply by: Jameson C Jameson C Which is it?!?!?!