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Brakes can be installed on only one axle of a tandem axle trailer, however you should first check your state laws to see how many brakes are required for the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of your tandem axle trailer. Some states require a…
view full answer...There really isn't a particular maximum trailer weight that is used to determine when brakes need to be added to both axles of a tandem axle setup. While I do still recommend checking your local laws, I am also not aware of any general laws that…
view full answer...I went out to the warehouse and measure the mounting flange bolt pattern and found it to be about 2-13/16" as is shown in the attached picture. If you convert 2-13/16" to decimals it comes out to be 2.812" which is very close to the…
view full answer...We don't have any way of knowing the brakes you need for your Shorelander boat trailer but can tell you how to determine the right ones. To determine the brake assemblies that will fit your trailer, you need to know your axle's weight…
view full answer...So long as a hub uses the correct bearings that match the dimensions of the spindle that is on the axle there is no worry about using two different brands of products, such as a Dexter hub on a Lippert axle. That in itself is not a concern. When a…
view full answer...On a Class I or II 1-1/4 inch trailer hitch you will need to use a 1/2 inch hitch lock such as #e98879. This lock has a 2 inch span which is the usable length of the pin. I have included a link to a video review for you. For a Class III or IV 2 inch…
view full answer...There are two common grease seals used on 7,000 lbs axles, part #GS-2250DL which has a 2.250" inner diameter and part #GS-2125DL which has a 2.125" inner diameter. The former is more common and used on newer trailers. They are both double…
view full answer...The replacement grease seal for your 7,000 lb Dexter axle will either be the #GS-2125DL or #GS-2250DL. The difference is the inner diameter of the seal. The #GS-2250DL has an inner diameter of 2.250" and the #GS-2125DL has an inner diameter of…
view full answer...Many states in the U.S. and provinces in Canada require break away kit. In order to determine the specifics for where you live and where you plan to travel, you can check with the state and federal departments of transportation for the area. Specific…
view full answer...You are correct that the Loadstar ST205/75D14 Bias Trailer Tire #AM1ST86 (K550) has a max rating of 50 psi and that should be when the tires are cold. Kenda has tested and approved this rating which also takes into account the heat build-up during…
view full answer...We've checked with Curt and in addition to graphite grease, you can use the LubriMatic Mini Grease Gun w/ Multi-Purpose Grease #L30132 - the added bonus is that this mini-grease gun will fit in most tool boxes and hard to reach spaces.
view full answer...No, but your local and state laws may require one. You will need to check anywhere you will be towing the trailer to determine if a breakaway system is required by law. They are also just a good idea in general because they will stop a run away…
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