Application: The 8500 sidemount friction slider is specially designed for platform trailers and similar applications where a mounting height approximating that of a standard spring suspension without a slider is desired. This slider is especially well suited for use with I-beam type frames. The 8500 slider utilizes Hutchens sidemount hangers and is only supplied with hangers and pipe braces attached.
Capacity: Consistent with Hutchens suspensions, the 8500's gross axle weight rating (G.A.W.R.) is limited to a maximum of 25,000 lbs./axle.
Features:
A spring loaded, positive locking-pin mechanism utilizing forged lock pins.
Sturdy sidemount hangers attached to the slider frame resulting in a reduction of the distance from top of hanger to top of body rail to 9/16 of an inch.
Structural angle body rails provide strength as well as a wide bearing surface.
Minimum width for maximum tire clearance, and extra crossmembers and gussets for increased strength.
Adjustable in 4 inch increments allowing precise variations in vehicle weight distribution while providing the wheel base best suited to your needs.
Hutch's locator bar...the best compromise in weight and strength. Solid steel plugs welded at each end of a steel tube bar make repositioning fast and easy.
Options:
The 8500 slider may be ordered with various spring center dimensions to accommodate different trailer frame widths. The slider is furnished with 192" body rails. Other lengths up to 240" are available upon request. Widespreads and tri-axles are also available.
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