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Axle & Suspension Installation
Responsibility for proper axle alignment lies with the axle installer. The axle must
be installed so that it will be parallel to the drive axle(s) of the tractor. This will
allow good vehicle control when cornering, longer tire wear, and it will eliminate
dog tracking. Alignment can be determined by measuring from the center of the
trailer king pin to the center of each end of the axles. The difference should not
vary by more than 1/16". In the case of multiple axles, the axles must also be
in line with each other. The difference between the centers of one axle and end
centers of the other axle must not vary more than 1/8".
CAUTION
Safety glasses should be worn at all times when assembling or
disassembling axles and their components.
Dexter tubular axles are made of high strength steel for better fatigue life and
superior welding qualities. The round tubular axles provide a uniform section
modulus no matter how the beam is rotated.
Axle Installation
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