All About the CE Smith U-Bolt Kit for Mounting 3,500-lb, Round Trailer Axles Video

Hey Todd, The 500lb increase in capacity to the 4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring #e22YR will definitely work and would probably give you a bit sturdier of a ride because the springs won't compress as easily. Going too stiff can cause problems though…

According to our FAQ on slipper springs, linked for referenced, the torque specs are as follows: Torque Ratings 1/2 inch Bolts: 45 ft/lbs - 70 ft/lbs 9/16 inch Bolts: 65 ft/lbs - 95 ft/lbs 5/8 inch Bolts: 100 ft/lbs - 120 ft/lbs The Replacement…

Andy, while I do like your Axle #e95SR and U-Bolt Kit #CE23002 selection of which you will need 2 of each I do have another recommendation for the suspension kit. The Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit #APT3 you found has longer equalizers designed for a…

If you are wanting to go to higher capacity leaf springs I would advise against it. The problem is that since the trailer axle is rated for 3,500 pounds you won't gain any additional capacity by switching to higher capacity springs. What it will…

To find the correct replacement leaf springs for your 1960 Shasta Airflyte trailer you will need your axle capacity and the length of the leaf springs. The axle capacity can typically be found on the axle tag. Because of the age of the trailer this…

In order to find the correct replacement leaf springs for a trailer you first need to start by noting the type whether that be slipper or double eye. Then, you'll need to measure their unloaded length via jacking up the trailer. If the springs…

I went out to our warehouse and measured the Dexter Heavy Duty Suspension Upgrade Kit for Single Axle Trailers part #K71-358-00 for you. The dimension for the shackle kit are as follows: The distance between the top and bottom steel brackets is…

The suspension in general on your trailer looks very worn. I would replace as much as I could on it to get it back to good working order. The problem with the equalizer cocked to one side like that can happen sometimes. It usually fixes itself when a…

Trailer manufacturers don't usually keep a record of parts like these that they install at the factory, so I cannot be sure as to the exact length of the shackle strap that would have come originally on your trailer. With this in mind, a 3-1/8…

The right and left orientation is determined if you are standing behind the trailer looking towards the tow vehicle. The left side is the drivers side and the right side is the passengers side. Tthe shorter brake pad will always be in the front of…

The left side is the driver side, right side is passenger side. On a trailer brake assembly like #23-105 the arm that the magnet is on points to the front of the trailer and the magnet always will be on the bottom. I have included a picture that…

Well shackle length is mainly based on the height difference between the front and rear hangers. The rear hanger normally doesn't hang as low as the front so that the shackle can offset the difference and add the ability to move. What is the…