Looking for a 12" Slipper Spring Equalizer, and Heavy Duty Shackle Kit for My Tandem Axles?

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I have a stock trailer with tandem 7k axles, slipper springs with 12” equalizer. I’d like to replace the equalizers, bolts, and shackles using wet bolts and bronze bushings, heavy duty shackles. Which kit do I need to purchase? Thank you,

asked by: Keith I

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Answer 1

Hey Viencent, thanks for the information! To replace the bushings in your slipper springs, I recommend the Dexter Bronze Bushings item #K71-291-00. These have a 11/16" outer diameter and will replace all four of the bushings on your car hauler.…

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Answer 2

We do not have a part number for a push in sleeve on the Equalizer for 2" Wide Slipper Springs item #E4541-Z because it is not made for one. This equalizer uses wet bolts like item #TRFA71063 which you then fill up with grease.

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Answer 3

The most common issues we see causing a trailer to bounce are with load distribution, usually too much tongue weight. I recommend trying to redistribute the weight on the trailer to see if that can then help minimize the bouncing feeling. That said,…

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Answer 4

The spring hanger placement is going to be determined by your axle spacing. For example, if your axles are spaced 33 inches apart, as shown in the attached diagram, a 7K axle slipper spring, like #e74SR, requires a distance of 28-1/2 inches between…

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Answer 5

It really depends on the springs used. Take a look at the picture I have included that shows hanger spacing based on several different springs. This will be a good guide to reference when mocking up the suspension on your trailer. This is also found…

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Answer 6

Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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Answer 7

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 8

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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Answer 9

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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Answer 10

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 11

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Answer 12

Hey Ian, great to hear from you again! The differences between the MORryde CRE3000 #MR87ZR and AllTrek 4000 #MR89DR that fit a 33" wheelbase is the height between the hanger and equalizer bolts, and the amount of travel the suspension style will…

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