How long do Torflex axles last?
Subject: RE: Rubber Torsion Axle Life Expectancy? the lifespan is 15-20 years…. no matter how many miles towed or how stored (weight off frame, etc.)
How does a Torflex axle work?
Torsion axles work by using rubber cords or cartridges inside the axle tube to handle suspension travel and shock absorption. Torsion axles do not use leaf springs, but instead the compression of the rubber to supply the suspension support needed. Each wheel works independently from one another.
How do you jack up a trailer with torsion axles?
If you want to jack up the whole trailer, front and back and both sides, you can use the tongue jack for the front and then use a floor jack to jack up one corner at the back of the trailer, place a jack stand to hold it, and then jack up the other side using a jack stand to hold it as well.
How can I increase the ground clearance of my travel trailer?
One common way to lift your trailer is by “flipping” your axles. Flipping your axles just means moving your suspension from below the axle (standard, “underslung” springs) to above the axle (“overslung” springs) in order to create more clearance between the underside of the trailer and the road.
How do I know if I have Dexter Torflex axle?
To identify the type of Dexter Torflex axle you have on your trailer, there should be a tag or plate located somewhere on the axle itself that lists the part number and weight capacity. The weight capacity should be a good indication of what type of axle you have.
Are torsion axles better than spring?
Torsion trailer axles offer a smoother ride and less maintenance. Leaf springs are more durable, less expensive and far easier to replace parts on. Selecting the proper axle is as simple as determining your application, and figuring out the loads you need to carry.
What is Torflex suspension?
“WHAT IS TORFLEX” The Torflex suspension system is a torsion arm type suspension which is completely self contained within the axle tube. It attaches directly to the trailer chassis using brackets which are an integral part of the axle assembly.
Are torsion axles good for off road?
Torsion axles work well on road, I have them on my horse trailer, but off road they just don’t perform well. Failure of a torsion axle is not repairable in the field the closest you can come to it is welding a gusset in place to solidify the broke arm.
Can you flip a torsion axle?
Like HTB and PH said, you don’t “flip” torsion axles, you mount “blocks” between axle rails and the trailer frame rails, pretty simple and strailght forward procedure.
Where do you jack the torsion axle?
You ought to be able to get a 2-ton bottle jack right behind the tire and place it on collar that the spindle mounts into. I do it all the time. Place the jack directly against the tire, and you ought to get enough of the pad under the spindle collar to lift up just that spindle.
Is it safe to flip an axle trailer?
If your trailer travels securely on the road at all times, flipping the axles will not be a cause for concern. But if your trailer is sensitive to sway or has stability issues even on a good day, flipping the axles may not be such a good idea until the root cause of the poor ride has been fixed.
Why are travel trailers so high off the ground?
The flat floor carries out to the slide room, so the whole thing has to be high enough to clear the tires while the suspension is at full compression. because the trucks keep getting higher.
Are Dexter axles supposed to be bent?
Dexter axles are bent to align them. That bend can be in the middle or to one side. The only way you can check for damage, is to check the alignment. There should be a small tow in and there should also be a slight camber, which means the top of the tire should stick out a little further than the bottom.
Which is better spring or torsion axle?
How does the torflex axle attach to the trailer?
It attaches directly to the trailer frame using brackets which are an integral part of the axle assembly. The TORFLEX axle provides improved suspension characteristics relative to leaf spring axles through the unique arrangement of a steel torsion bar surrounded by four rubber cords encased in the main structural member of the axle beam.
What is torflex suspension?
Dexter’s TORFLEX is a torsion arm suspension that is completely self-contained within the axle tube. It attaches directly to the trailer frame using brackets which are an integral part of the axle assembly.
Why choose Dexter’s torflex?
TORFLEX unique independent axle suspension means a smoother ride for your trailer and a greater peace of mind for you. Dexter’s TORFLEX is a torsion arm suspension that is completely self-contained within the axle tube. It attaches directly to the trailer frame using brackets which are an integral part of the axle assembly.
Can I Weld my torflex axles?
Do Not Weld. Torflex axles contain rubber cords to provide the suspension system and can be damaged by the heat generated from welding on the bracket or the tube. The following instructions describe methods that can be used to attach your Torflex axles to the vehicle frame.