Can You Convert an EZ Lube Spindle To The Dexter Style Retainer System K71-622-0?

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Can I convert my ez lube 7k axle that uses tang washers to use the 6-190 retainers and 6-191 nuts

asked by: Nicholas

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Yes, you can switch from using a Tang Washer # 5-101 to the Spindle Nut Kit # RG05-100. This kit includes 2 Retainers # 6-190, 2 Nuts # 6-191 and 2 D-Washers # 5-23.

expert reply by: Bud M

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Answer 1

Hey Gavin. The 26" Long etrailer Rust-Resistant 4-Leaf Double Eye Spring item #e48SR have a 2,000 lbs capacity and are designed to work with 4,000 lbs axles but will work with lower rated ones as well. I'm sure these will be plenty capable…

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Answer 2

Hey Greg, welcome back! From a previous conversation you said you need a 25 inch long leaf spring so for one closest to that for a 3,500 lb axle you would want the part #e68SR for a galvanized spring that is 25-1/4 inches long. This is closest size…

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The Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 3,500-lb E-Z Lube Axles - 10" - 5 on 4-1/2 - Galvanized #8-247-50UC3-EZ uses 1/2 inch studs so the lug nuts will be 1/2 inch inner diameter and 13/16 inch outer diameter like #CE11051. If instead you…

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Answer 4

Hey Jason, welcome back! The 3-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 4,000-lb Trailer Axles item #e57SR is the same length so it would definitely work. Bumping up an extra 500 lbs per spring is definitely going to help with the longevity of your suspension.…

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Answer 5

The Dexter bearing kit part number K71-717-00 that you referenced is the bearing kit for a number 84 spindle. Our part number for that bearing kit is #BK2-100.

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Answer 6

There really should be a flat washer between the outer bearing of your hub and the nut that holds it on. The washer protects the back side of the bearing from the edges and points on the back side of the spindle nut. The Washer For 1 inch Spindle,…

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Answer 7

I reached out to Bear and they were able to confirm that your 3,500lb axles use a #84 spindle. This will allow you to use the Hub Bearing Kit #BK2-100 on each of your axle hubs. The kit includes new inner and outer bearings and races, a grease seal,…

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Ole, was that 26" eye to eye measurement you took under load? If it was, then there's a good chance that the 25 1/8" springs #e54SR is the right choice because the springs will elongate over time and under load. If that 26" was not…

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Answer 9

Hi Austin, I can help you determine the right replacement double-eye leaf springs for your 2018 Jayco trailer, though we don't have any way of knowing what specific ones you need. It's pretty easy though, as all you need to do is measure your…

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Answer 10

Here is what you need for a rust-resistant U-bolt kit and shackle bolts to go with the 4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring #e48SR: - CE Smith U-Bolt Kit for Mounting 3,500-lb, Round Trailer Axles - 5-1/2" Long U-Bolts - Zinc #CE23002 - Zinc Shackle Bolt…

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Answer 11

It sounds like you have the 4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 3,500-lb Trailer Axles #e54SR which are 25-1/8". This measurement is taken with the leaf spring relaxed from center of bolt hole to center of bolt hole. With them holding the weight of the…

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Answer 12

Hello Chris, thanks for reaching out. Those leaf springs are very flat, typically they will have a much more noticeable bend, even when under a load. The springs also look pretty rusty compared to the other suspension components, so I agree that…

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