Recommended Axle Lift Kit for a Dexter 11 or 12 Torsion Axle

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lift kit for a 38 ft kiefer genesis la 3 stall horse trailer

asked by: Rick D

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You most likely have a torsion axle on your horse trailer. I don't have any way of knowing which one your Kiefer Genesis has. You can identify it by looking at the sticker attached. Torflex axle labels can be found on the side of the axle facing your rear bumper. If you could send me a clear picture of this sticker I will be able to figure out the correct lift kit.

We have a couple of lift kit options for Dexter Axles. The Torflex Lift Kit item # K71-724-02 is for number 11 axles and has a 2-7/8" lift or item # K71-725-02 for number 12 axles gives you a 3-1/8" lift.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Answer 1

We do have one possible option that will work for your 3,500 lb tandem torsion axles. It is from Dexter, and does require you to have the #10 Torflex axles. So you'll need to check the sticker/placard on your axle to see if you have that, and if…

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Answer 2

Hey Rick, so we had a customer send us a picture (see attached) where they took that measurement for us and basically from the top of the hitch ball down to the bottom of the shoulder is 7 inches. This is essentially another way of measuring how tall…

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Answer 3

This is a great question that there isn't exactly a great answer for. Hitch extenders not only put the weight further away from the hitch which would increase the leverage on the hitch, but they also add movement to the assembly which will…

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They say 4-6 inches is the amount of clearance you will want between the bed rails of your truck to the trailer. Since you said you live in the hills you might want to try and be on the high end of that to be safe.

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For your 2017 F-350 short bed, the clearance calculation is the measurement from the cab to ball center minus 1/2 the trailer width. This will give you the minimum clearance. If that number is positive the trailer will not interfere with the cab of…

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The recommended minimum clearance between gooseneck trailer overhang and truck bed rails is 4-6 inches. I'd recommend 6 inches but a lot of people get by with just 4. Ideally you have at least 6 inches of clearance and the trailer is sitting…

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Hi William; the distance between the bolt holes on the #K71-725-02 is 9" as seen in the diagram below. This is designed for Dexter #12 Torflex axles. The tandem axle kit is the only option for the #12 Torflex.

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Answer 8

There are not many differences between a welded and forged weight distribution shank in regards to practicality. They both pass the same DOT standards and meet the maximum 15,000 lb weight capacity requirement. The forged shanks started to become…

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Answer 9

What I think you are asking for are skid-wheels for the back of your trailer. These are not components that trailer specific but if you want to have bolt-on application or welded attachment and what size. depends on what If this not correct please…

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Answer 10

In order to determine the correct lift kit for your Sundowner horse trailer, you'll need to know the type and weight capacity of the axle you have. For example, if you have round 3" axles you would need the Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under…

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Answer 11

The way to determine if you have a top mounted or side mounted Torflex axle is by checking to see whether or not the axle is bolted to the frame via the side or the top. I've included some diagrams that show the differences between a side and top…

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Answer 12

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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