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Re: Dexter HD Suspension & EZ-Flex Install (long w/ pictures)
Etrailer dimensions are: [image] Better picture of the new side: [image] Old side equalizer: [image] Better picture of the old side: My old springs seem to be 26". [image] I measured the distance from the top of the old spring to the center line of the eyes and it was about 2 7/8". I found these springs on etrailer that might be a better fit: They are only 25 1/8" long though. I am worried that they might lower my trailer. They are 4 leaf and 6k rated and the distance from the top of the spring to the center line of the eyes is 3". The reason I went with the new 6K springs was to add some capacity as my old springs flattened over time. I did not realize the difference in the height from the top of the spring to the center line. My hanging spacing is 29.5 from center of the forward hanger to the center hanger. It is also 29.5 from the center hanger to the rear hanger. Dexter confirmed that 29.5 hanger spacing is for 26" springs. Thanks for the continued help.1.9KViews0likes0CommentsRe: Dexter HD Suspension & EZ-Flex Install (long w/ pictures)
What is the original center of axle to center of axle? as measured horizontal across 33" exact Does the spring pack sit on top of the axle tube or below the axle tube? Overslung axles (axle on the bottom under the springs) Can you tell us on the new springs, the vertical distance at the top center of the long leaf with the spring eyes, up to the centerline of the 2 spring eyes? I know on the old ones, they are flattened and you can't get a good number, but you have the new ones and I may be able to help some on the old ones. Take the dimension with no load on the springs 4.25" on the online drawing from etrailer but I will double check tonight and make sure). Great suggestion on the picture from the other side. I will take some more tonight and report back. Thank you in advance!1.9KViews0likes0CommentsRe: Dexter HD Suspension & EZ-Flex Install (long w/ pictures)
The next size down would be 25.25" springs and that to me that would move the top shackles out another 1.5". In the top picture, the weight is on the new side with wheels down. The other old side is jacked up about 3 plastic blocks worth as I was getting ready to do that side. But then I got to looking at it and thinking that maybe something is wrong.1.9KViews0likes0CommentsRe: Dexter HD Suspension & EZ-Flex Install (long w/ pictures)
I need some help. I needed some new springs as mine had flattened out over the last 9 years and I ordered the EX Flex to upgrade the equalizer as well. I have 5200lb Alko Axles with 4 leaf springs. My spring hanger spacing is 29.5". My Alko Equalizer measures 6.25" from center to center and my old springs were 26". I ordered the smaller EZ Flex and 6K 26" leaf springs from Etrailer. The new springs came with 6 leaves. OK, here is my problem. When I installed the first side, instead of the EX-Flex looking like a W in looks more like an inverted M. The shackles are vertical almost. I am worried that I may not have room for flex during bumps, etc. I called Dexter and they are not sure what is the problem. They confirmed that 26" springs are the correct springs for 29.5" hanger spacing. My old side with OEM equipment does not look like a W either though. I do not have a picture though. Any help is appreciated and thank you in advance.1.9KViews0likes0Comments
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