ATF: Big Country - Axle serial #

[Bob Vaughn]

While trying to order disc brake conversion kits I was asked for the axle serial numbers of my Dexter Flex axle's. I looked on the back side of them, which is where Dexter said they were. I slithered under my BC and cannot see anything that even resembles a number. Does Heartland have a record of what the number of the axle's that was installed on my camper? If so could I get them?

 

[TravelTiger]

Should see something like these.


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[Bob Vaughn]

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Should see something like these.


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That is what I thought but dexter said that is not the serial number.....It is supposedly etched on the back side of the axle and these tags are on the front and do not contain the serial number...

 

[TravelTiger]

Contact HL, and ask. I'm surprised Dexter can't figure it out from the tag?!?

BTW, my tag is on top of the axle, and the stamped number is upside down on the side facing the rear of the trailer.


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[Titanguy]

Bob,
The only thing needed to make sure you have a proper fitment on disc brakes is the stud size, 7k & 8k axles are all 8 hole but have 1/2", 9/16" & 5/8" studs.
The only other thing is do you have a never lube axle?(sealed bearing) If you have a grease zerk on the end of your axle it is an easy lube.

 

[Bob Vaughn]

Bob,
The only thing needed to make sure you have a proper fitment on disc brakes is the stud size, 7k & 8k axles are all 8 hole but have 1/2", 9/16" & 5/8" studs.
The only other thing is do you have a never lube axle?(sealed bearing) If you have a grease zerk on the end of your axle it is an easy lube.

I do have the zerk on the end of the axle.....

 

[Titanguy]

That is good news! Keeps the price down. Next is to figure out what size stud you have. Take a lug nut off, some are marked. If not take it to Home Depot and thread on a 9/16" or 1/2" rod. Auto Parts should be able to help.That should be all you need to get the fitment correct.