Availability of Heavy Duty 2-1/4 inch Long Shackle and Wet Bolt Kit

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Is there a 2-1/4inch X 1/4inch thick shackle link with 7/16inch diameter holes to go on the stepped-down end of this ABS34FR step bolt? That was the configuration I had on my trailer, but I dont see such a link here. My double eye leaf spring goes from side-to-side on the trailer or from end-to-end of the single axle on my trailer. I think if I dont have the step, I may bind the shackle from rotating freely.

asked by: Marcus T

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It sounds like what you are lookin for is actually the replacement heavy duty shackle and bolt kit part # 018-026-05 and the replacement shackle part # 018-024-01. These are super thick at 1/2 inch and the correct length from bolt hole to bolt hole at 2-1/4 inch.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

I checked with our engineering dept and they said the salt spray rating for our galvanized springs like the #e48SR is 700 hours. That is a huge difference and in my opinion easily makes it worth the extra money over non-coated springs especially for…

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Answer 2

Square axles can be tough to determine capacity. Often times the same spindle fits a range of axle capacities. The best way to determine the capacity is to get the inner and outer bearing numbers stamped into the metal of the bearings like you did.…

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Square axles normally don't have spring seats like a round axle but do have a hole for the leaf spring bolt to fit into. Take a look at the CE SMITH #CE33201GA-HUB for a visual. The U-bolt mounting kits will have a hole in the center for the…

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Hello Andy, thanks for getting in touch. We do offer the heavy duty 1/2" thick shackles. We have them in a 2-1/4" long part #018-024-01. We do not have any HD shackles that are 2-3/8" long so if I were you, I would measure again to be…

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To slightly lower your trailer that has had an "axle flip" kit installed you would want to use slightly shorter shackle straps, not longer ones. Shorter shackles will let the axle rest closer to the trailer frame, which lowers the trailer…

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Hey Clint, the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers #K71-449-00 that you referenced would work really well for you. The equalizers are the same dimensions and the shackle straps are close enough to what you have that they would…

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Hey Josh, thanks for reaching out. The part number from the drum helps a lot, but there are a few different versions of the 8-201 hub so you really just need to determine which one fits your application best. All 3 options I will list below use the…

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There is no exact way to determine the leaf spring length. The best way to determine the length for a replacement is by measuring the existing leaf springs. The hanger distance and shackle length can help you get a good idea, but you're looking…

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The equalizers that come with the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit #K71-448-00 have bolt holes that measure 6" apart on center and then 4" tall on center as you can see in the attached photo. You'll want to measure your current…

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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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Hi Joe; the correct kit depends on your axle diameter and leaf spring configuration. I don't have a way of knowing which axles are on your 2021 Keystone Passport 219BH so you will have to identify them first. For both kits the leaf springs must…

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