Product Description
Upgrade Your Trailer with the Carter 7K Tandem Idler Axle Trailer Kit
Designed for heavy-duty hauling and effortless installation, this comprehensive package includes TPU-161 leaf springs, fully assembled idler axles, and all necessary components for a seamless upgrade or build. Perfect for utility, boat, or landscape trailers, the kit ensures maximum strength, reliability, and user convenience.
This 14K Tandem Axle Trailer Kit Includes:
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(2) 7,000 lbs Trailer Axles with 8-lug idler hubs
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(4) 6 Leaf Slipper Springs (2" Wide x 29-1/2" Long)
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(2) 3" U-Bolt Kits
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(1) Tandem Axle Hanger Kit for Slipper Springs
All components required to install axles and get on the road are included.
Trailer Axle Specifications:
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Capacity per Axle: 7,000 lbs
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Bolt Pattern: 8 on 6.5” (8x6.5”)
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Stud Size: 9/16”
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Hubs: Idler hubs pre-installed
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Axle Tube: Round 3” outer diameter, ⅜” thick
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Spring Pads: Welded on axle or optional pads loose for welding spring seats where needed with the “pads loose” option
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Brake Flange: 5-bolt brake flange for brake upgrades
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Pre-Wired: Easy to add brakes to axles
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Spindles: #42 spindle with 2-¼" seal journal
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Grease Caps: Forged aluminum EZ Lube caps, designed to resist bending and breaking
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Lubrication: Fast EZ Lube design for easy maintenance
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Finish: Powder-coated axle tubes for extended longevity
TPU-161 Leaf Spring Specifications:
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Type: Slipper Springs
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Length: 29-1/2” from center eye to end
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Width: 2”
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Capacity: 4,000 lbs per spring
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Bushing ID: 9/16”
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Interchangeable Part Numbers: TPU-161, SH-2953, MAT-161, 1232S, E5115
U-Bolt Kit Specifications:
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Includes:
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(4) U-bolts (1/2"-20 x 6.63")
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(8) Locking Nuts (1/2"-20)
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(2) Tie Plates for 3" axles
Tandem Hanger Kit Specifications:
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Includes:
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(2) Front Hangers
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(2) Rear Hangers
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(2) Center Hangers
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(2) Equalizers (12" Long)
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(8) 9/16" x 3-1/2" Shackle Bolts
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(8) 9/16" Lock Nuts
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(2) 7/8" x 4-11/16" Equalizer Bolts
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(2) 7/8" Lock Nuts
Why Choose Carter Axles?
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Dexter Compatibility: Fully interchangeable with Dexter parts for easy replacements nationwide
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Built for Strength: Powder-coated tubes, TPU-161 leaf springs, and heavy-duty components
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Complete Kit: Includes all hardware needed for installation
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Exceptional Value: High-quality at a fraction of big-brand prices
