The Off Road Trailer Dexter axle utilizes an independent torsion-type suspension that is built to carry up to 2,200 pounds of cargo or camping gear and offering up to 24 inches of ground clearance by using the optional 6 inch lift kit. This particular 1,000 lb Dexter Axle is recommended for smaller tow vehicles with lower weight towing capacity. Other Dexter Axles capable of larger weight loads include the 1,400 lb and 2,200 lb Off Road Trailer Dexter Axle. Please Email Tentrax or call their friendly staff at 1-800-488-2022 to discuss your particular needs.
OFF ROAD TRAILER DEXTER AXLE FEATURES:
- Available in 1,000, 1,400 and 2,200 lb capacities
- E-Z Lube hub feature - virtually no maintenance
- 3,500 lb hub capacity
- Water submersion - no problem
- Superior Suspension characteristics
- Dampens the effects of road shock
- Cushions the cargo and load
- Independent Suspension
- Manufactured under strict quality control standards
- Passes rigorous stress, fatigue, and metallurgical testing
- Industry leading 5 year limited warranty on Torflex® suspension
OFF ROAD TRAILER DEXTER AXLE DESCRIPTION:
In an effort to ensure that all of our products are overbuilt for their particular use, Tentrax has installed 3,500 lb rated hubs on all Dexter Axles. Additionally, all Dexter Axles are equipped with the Dexter E-Z Lube feature; the bearings can be periodically lubricated without removing the hubs from the axle. This feature consists of axle spindles that have been specially drilled and assembled with grease fittings in their ends. When grease is pumped into the E-Z lube fitting, it is channeled to the inner bearing and then flows back to the outer bearing and eventually back out the grease cap hole.
The Dexter Axle Torflex® suspension system is a torsion arm type suspension which is completely self-contained within the axle tube. It is attached directly to the Off Road Trailer frame using brackets which are part of the axle assembly. These Dexter Axles provide improved suspension characteristics relative to axles with leaf springs through the unique arrangement of a steel torsion bar surrounded by four natural heavy duty rubber cords encased in the main structural member of the axle beam.
The wheel/hub spindle is attached to a lever, called the torsion arm, which is fastened to the rubber encased bar. As load is applied, the bar rotates causing a rolling/compressive resistance in the rubber cords. This action provides the same functions as conventional sprung axles with several operating advantages including independent suspension.
Except for periodic inspection of the fasteners used to attach the Torflex® axle to the frame, no other suspension maintenance is required on Torflex® axles. A manual is provided with the purchase of each Off Road Trailer which outlines the maintenance and inspection procedures necessary for brakes, hubs, bearings, seals, wheels and tires.
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Last updated on
December 30, 2011
