Independent rubber suspension for a smoother ride.
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 piece 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
- Highest strength axle tube generally available for utility vehicle axles
- Materials used allow a stiffer and stronger axle beam with no camber required
- The backing plate of the Dexter electric or hydraulic brake mounts on piloted axle brake flange. This assures that brakes will perform effectively
- Brake flanges are machined to assure perpendicularity and concentricity
- Spindles are made of forged carbon steel
- Precision machined spindles. Replaceable unitized oil seal
- Precision machined bearing journals
- High strength axle tube
- Dexter manufactured brakes & hubs
- Totally cushioned in rubber for a smooth, quiet ride
- Independent suspension
- Forged torsion arm for maximum strength
- Heat-treated solid steel bar
- Inspected for proper alignment
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