Torsion Axle Conversion Plans – 6000 / 7000 lbs.
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Change our Mechanical Elements HD utility trailer plans from Leaf Springs, to a Torsion Axle.  These Conversion Plans show you how.

• This design fits our Single Axle, 6′ and 6’10” Width trailers, at 6000 or 7000 lbs.  Select your width.
• They also fit other single axle trailers by modifying the axle width dimension in the drawings.
• We also offer Conversion Plans for our 3500 lb.  Single Axle Trailers.

Change to a Torsion Axle.  Even our HD trailers can benefit.  With these plans, you can build with confidence, because the Conversion Plans have Full Engineering to manage the torsion axle stresses.  We did the engineering for you – even showing the torsion axle specification.

Torsion Axles offer better ride quality which is nice, even with our heavy duty 6000 lbs and 7000 lbs utility trailers.  Set the neutral angle down for more ground clearance, OR set it up for a lower trailer deck.  The choice is yours.  And, torsion axles are available in galvanized versions for wet environments.

Now you can change to a Torsion Axle easily, right from the beginning, to build the Torsion Axle Trailer you want.

Change your axle and know the result will be strong.  For engineering information, please see the Trailer Axle Comparison article.  Leaf Springs and Torsions are different, so the mounting design must change a little for each axle type.  Read more about converting axles.

Conversion Plans fit – and go with – Mechanical Elements 6K and 7K Single Axle Trailer Plans.
To convert, buy the Trailer Plans, AND the Conversion Plans.
See the Specifications Accordion below for a list of trailers these plans fit.

Specifications

Please Note:

• You will need BOTH the trailer plans AND the Conversion Plans.
  (Conversion plans show only the differences.)
• These plans are ONLY for 6000 lb. and 7000 lb. Single Axle trailers.
  (We also offer Conversion Plans for our 3500 lb. Single Axle Trailers.)
• Made for Mechanical Elements utility trailers, but can easily modify to fit other trailers also.
• Conversion plans are specifically for Dexter Torflex Axles.  Other manufacturers are similar, but may need mounting modifications.

Choose Plans By Utility Trailer Width

Select  6-ft Width  for these single axle 6′ wide trailers:

• 6′ x 10′ – 6000 / 7000 lbs. Utility Trailer Plans
• 6′ x 12′ – 6000 / 7000 lbs. Utility Trailer Plans

$ 4.99 - Complete Plans Add To Cart

Choose  6-ft 10-inch Width  to fit this Trailer:

• 6’10” x 12′ – 6000 / 7000 lbs. Utility Trailer.

$ 4.99 - Complete Plans Add To Cart

Torsion Axle Trailer Conversion Plans

• These conversion plans show how to change to torsion axle for the above listed trailer plans.
• Includes all the changes for both parts and materials to make the conversion.
• These plans show only the changes, so the trailer plans are also required.
• Single, Torsion Axle design for 6000 lbs and 7000 lbs axle capacities only.
• A torsion axle gives more options for deck height (for more axle ground clearance or for a lower deck).
• The change to torsion axle does not significantly affect the total trailer weight.
• This conversion works with all the normal trailer plans options EXCEPT storing the ramp under the trailer bed.  All other options work.
• Last page of the drawings shows all the Torsion Axle ordering information.  Just send this sheet to your axle provider.
• Plans include complete Drawings and illustrated Instructions — all the info needed to change to a torsion axle.

More About The Change To Torsion Axle

These Conversion Plans go hand in hand with the main trailer plans.  We could create a bunch of duplicate plans – Torsion Axle Trailer plans – but giving a long list seems awkward for you.  These conversion plans solve the problem by allowing you to choose the trailer you need, then make the conversion you want.

We recommend looking through the axle conversion plans along with the trailer plans to see the material changes.  It is just a few things, and the obvious axle change.  These conversion plans show the differences, so you can confidently make the axle change knowing the engineering is all done for you.

All of the options shown in the main trailer plans also work with this conversion,  EXCEPT the option for a ramp that slides in, and stores under the trailer.  All other options, like sides or tailgate, a tongue mounted toolbox, tie-down bars, and more will work fine with the change to a torsion axle.

Use these plans to make the torsion axle trailer, then customize your new trailer and make it perfect for you.

Single Axle – Torsion Conversion

• The change to torsion axle does not change the size of the trailer.  Choose your trailer, then choose the matching conversions plans width to make the conversion.
• Overall trailer length does not change.  Overall width can be slightly different depending on tires and other choices.
• Ground clearance depends on your choice of the Torsion Axle neutral angle.  Can be higher or lower than the conventional leaf spring suspension design.
• Max capacity (for the trailer and for the conversion) is set in the trailer plans.  These conversion plans work for 6000# and 7000# axles.  Trailer capacity includes the trailer weight.
• True Torsion Axle Utility Trailer Design – Engineered for long life – even with full loading.
• While the plans do have the build steps, there is more info to help in the trailer and construction tips here on the website.

Plans from Mechanical Elements are an awesome start to a great project.  Here are even more resources!

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