Torflex Light Duty | Dexter Group

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With Dexter’s TORFLEX^® rubber torsion suspension axles, you’ll have no concerns of damage to precious cargo due to road shock. 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. 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.

Except for periodic inspection of the fasteners used to attach the TORFLEX axle to the vehicle frame, no other suspension maintenance is required on TORFLEX axles. TORFLEX axles are subject to the maintenance and inspection procedures regarding brakes, hubs, bearings, seals, wheels, and tires as outlined in Dexter’s current Operation Maintenance Service Manual.

TORFLEX FEATURES

Independent suspension and self-damping
Rubber cushioning eliminates metal-to-metal contact
Less transfer of road shock for better cargo protection
Heat-treated solid steel inner bar with forged torsion arm provides maximum strength
Precision machined steel spindle and integral cast iron hub-drums
Axle can be used as a load carrying cross member
Easy installation with less overall maintenance
CSA certification on many brake models
Ten-year limited warranty
ISO 9001 Certified Production Environment

#8 TORFLEX^®

Ideal application for light utility, for hauling personal watercraft and motorcycles
Heavy-duty 1 1/16" spindle design
Precision machined steel spindles and integral cast iron hub/drums
Short version spindle for trailers with extremely short overhangs
7" x 1 1/4" electric and 7" x 1 3/4" hydraulic brakes
Electric brakes are available with and without a parking feature
Standard grease lubrication; E-Z LUBE^®
Totally rubber-cushioned for a smooth, quiet, independent ride
Less transfer of road shock which insulates cargo from road shocks and vibration
Rubber cords compounded for maximum dependability and durability
Self-damping action
Independent wheel suspension system
Low profile for maximum road clearance
Various starting angles to control trailer height
Low profile brackets available
Shock absorption provided by the natural hysteresis of rubber
Single or tandem axle assemblies
Durable, wear-resistant components

#9 TORFLEX^®

Heavy-duty 1 1/16" spindle design
Precision machined steel spindles and integral cast iron hub/drums
CSA approved 7" x 1-1/4" electric and 7" x 1-3/4" hydraulic brakes
Electric brakes are available with and without a parking feature
Standard grease lubrication; E-Z LUBE^® option
Press-in wheel studs
Inner wiring system for easier installation and protection of brake wiring
Optional hot-dipped galvanized axle beam
Optional GAL-DEX^® coated cast iron hub
Designed for fold-down campers, light utility, boat trailer applications
Totally rubber-cushioned for a smooth, quiet, independent ride
Less transfer of road shock which insulates cargo from road shocks and vibration
Rubber cords compounded for maximum dependability and durability
Load-carrying cross member
Self-damping action
Independent wheel suspension system
Low profile for maximum road clearance
Various starting angles to control trailer height
High and low profile brackets with optional mounting brackets available
Shock absorption provided by the natural hysteresis of rubber
Single or tandem axle assemblies
Durable, wear-resistant components
Optional stainless steel wear sleeves for grease seal journal
Available in drop center V-bend axle beam

#10 & #10F TORFLEX^®

Precision machined steel spindles and integral cast iron hub/drums
Press-in wheel studs
10" x 2 1/4" CSA approved electric brakes, CSA approved uni-servo and free backing hydraulic brakes
Electric and hydraulic brakes are available with and without parking feature
Hydraulic free backing brakes available
Disc brakes available
Standard grease lubrication; E-Z LUBE^® option
Inner wiring system for easier installation and protection of brake wiring
Optional hot dipped galvanized axle beam
Optional GAL-DEX^® coated cast iron hub
Totally rubber-cushioned for smooth, quiet, independent ride
Less transfer of road shock which insulates cargo from road shocks and vibration
Rubber cords compounded for maximum dependability and durability
Self-damping action
Independent wheel suspension system
Low profile for maximum road clearance
Various starting angles to control trailer height
High and low profile brackets with optional mounting brackets available
Rubber cushioning eliminates metal-to-metal contact
Shock absorption provided by the natural hysteresis of rubber
Single or tandem axle assemblies
Durable, wear-resistant components
Optional stainless steel wear sleeves for grease seal journal
Available in drop center V-bend axle beam

#11 TORFLEX^®

Precision machined steel spindles and integral cast iron hub/drums
Press-in wheel studs
12" x 2" CSA approved electric brakes
12" x 2" hydraulic brakes
Electric and hydraulic brakes are available with and without a parking feature
Hydraulic free backing brakes are available
Disc brakes available
Inner wiring system for easier installation and protection of brake wiring
Standard grease lubrication; E-Z LUBE^® or NEV-R-LUBE^® option
Optional hot-dipped galvanized axle beam
Optional GAL-DEX^® coated cast iron hub
Totally rubber-cushioned for a smooth, quiet, independent ride
Less transfer of road shock which insulates cargo from road shocks and vibration
Rubber cords compounded for maximum dependability and durability
Self-damping action
Independent wheel suspension system
Low profile for maximum road clearance
Various starting angles to control trailer height
High and low profile brackets with optional mounting brackets available
Shock absorption provided by the natural hysteresis of rubber
Single or tandem axle assemblies
Durable, wear-resistant components
Optional stainless steel wear sleeves for grease seal journal
Available in drop center V-bend axle beam

#12 & #12T TORFLEX^®

Precision machined, forged steel spindles
Precision machined integral cast iron hub/drums
8-bolt and 5 bolt (UTG) hubs available
Standard grease; optional oil bath; E-Z LUBE^® or NEV-R-LUBE^® option
Press-in wheel studs (8-bolt)
12" x 2" electric brakes, CSA approved at 7000 lbs., 12" x 2" hydraulic brakes
Brakes are available with and without parking feature
Hydraulic free backing brakes available
Disc brakes available
Hydraulic brakes - uni-servo and duo-servo available
Optional hot-dipped galvanized axle beam
Optional GAL-DEX^® coated cast iron hub
Totally rubber-cushioned for a smooth, quiet, independent ride
Less transfer of road shock which insulates cargo from road shocks and vibration
Self-damping action
Rubber cords compounded for maximum dependability and durability
Independent wheel suspension system
Low profile for maximum road clearance
Various starting angles to control trailer height
High and low profile brackets with optional mounting brackets are available
Shock absorption provided by the natural hysteresis of rubber
Single or tandem axle assemblies
Durable, wear-resistant components
Optional stainless steel wear sleeves for grease seal journal
Available in drop center V-bend axle beam

#12V TORFLEX^®

Precision machined steel spindles and integral cast iron hub/drums
Finned brake drums for better heat dissipation
Press-in wheel studs, 9/16" or 5/8"
Standard grease lubrication; optional oil bath; E-Z LUBE^® option
12 1/4" x 2 1/2" electric brakes, CSA approved
Disc brakes available
Inner wiring system for easier installation and protection of brake wiring
Totally rubber-cushioned for a smooth, quiet, independent ride
Less transfer of road shock which insulates cargo from road shocks and vibration
Rubber cords compounded for maximum dependability and durability
Self-damping action
Independent wheel suspension system
Low profile for maximum road clearance
Various starting angles to control trailer height
High and low profile brackets with optional mounting brackets are available
Shock absorption provided by the natural hysteresis of rubber
Single or tandem axle assemblies
Durable, wear-resistant components

#13, #13N & #13T TORFLEX^®

Precision machined steel spindles and integral cast iron hub/drums
Standard oil bath lubrication; grease or NEV-R-LUBE^® option
Press-in wheel studs, 9/16" or 5/8"
Hydraulic brakes are available with and without a parking feature
Hydraulic brakes – uni-servo and duo-servo available
Hydraulic disc brakes available
Disc brakes available
12 1/4" x 3 3/8" self-adjusting electric and hydraulic brakes
Totally rubber-cushioned for a smooth, quiet, independent ride
Less transfer of road shock which insulates cargo from road shocks and vibration
Rubber cords compounded for maximum dependability and durability
Self-damping action
Independent wheel suspension system
Low profile for maximum road clearance
Various starting angles to control trailer height
High and low profile brackets with optional mounting brackets are available
Shock absorption provided by the natural hysteresis of rubber
Durable, wear-resistant components