Bronze with wet bolts or never fail bushings?
I mentioned on another thread I purchased a project trailer. I plan on redoing the suspension while it's at the house. I have already ordered new tires, equaflex and shock kit's already. Trying to dec...
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You can buy bolt-in cross braces like these: X-Factor
You want to install bracing at, or near, the spring ends to prevent the parallelogram effect of the frame when there is a side load. Frame cracks and tank support cross-members failing will be greatly reduced with added braces. I made my own and bolted them in so that the underbelly could be accessed if needed.
The wet bolt bushings can crack because spring eyes are not very round, so your results can vary. Before installing bronze bushings, make a groove inside to carry the grease. When the bolt hole is pressing against the bushing it becomes impossible to get grease in without jacking the trailer if no groove is provided.
You want to install bracing at, or near, the spring ends to prevent the parallelogram effect of the frame when there is a side load. Frame cracks and tank support cross-members failing will be greatly reduced with added braces. I made my own and bolted them in so that the underbelly could be accessed if needed.
The wet bolt bushings can crack because spring eyes are not very round, so your results can vary. Before installing bronze bushings, make a groove inside to carry the grease. When the bolt hole is pressing against the bushing it becomes impossible to get grease in without jacking the trailer if no groove is provided.
