Torque Specs for the Dexter Tandem Axle Trailer Equalizer Kit
Updated 09/09/2024 | Published 08/11/2024
Question:
what are the proper torque specs for the bolts in this kit? how do I assure that the wet bolt and the eye bolt for the spring will not loosen of they are not lock Nuts? how does one safely use this product?
asked by: Joseph
Expert Reply:
Joseph, I reached out to Dexter and they said that the Tandem-Axle Trailer Equalizer Kit for 2" Slipper Springs # AP202 doesn't have a specific torque spec for shackle bolts. They need to be secure enough, but if they are too tight then the leaf springs will bind and cause problems in your trailer's suspension.
The lock nuts included with the kit will make sure the bolts do not fall out. I recommend tightening the nuts until they makes contact with the shackle strap and then add another 1/4 turn. This should give you the right amount of torque needed to secure the nut and prevent the suspension components from binding as well as backing off.
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Tandem-Axle Trailer Equalizer Kit for 2" Slipper Springs - 10-1/8" Long Equalizers
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- Boat Trailer
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Joseph
8/23/2024
the wet bolt is not a locking nut. the lock nuts that go In the eye of the leaf spring are not what I am referring to. the pivot point of the swan shaped couplers center is where the wet bolt goes. does that bolt need to be torqued?