{"product_id":"beam-7000-96-hf-3-tube-4-drop-flange-spring-axle-wired-flanged-ez-lube-no-spring-seats-7000-96-3-d","title":"Lippert Axle Beam, 96\" Hub Face, 3\" Tube, 4\" Drop, Loose Perches (7000-96-3-D-KIT)","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .rp-mag-lock{\n    --rp-black:#111111;\n    --rp-charcoal:#1d1d1f;\n    --rp-gray:#6b7280;\n    --rp-light:#f5f5f5;\n    --rp-line:#d8d8d8;\n    --rp-maroon:#6e0f11;\n    --rp-gold:#d7a126;\n    --rp-cream:#fff7e3;\n    --rp-shadow:0 16px 36px rgba(0,0,0,.08);\n    --rp-radius:20px;\n    font-family:\"Helvetica Neue\",Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;\n    color:var(--rp-black);\n    line-height:1.6;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock *{\n    box-sizing:border-box;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-shell{\n    max-width:1080px;\n    margin:0 auto;\n    padding:28px 18px 40px 18px;\n    background:\n      linear-gradient(180deg,#fafafa 0%,#ffffff 22%,#ffffff 100%);\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-hero{\n    position:relative;\n    overflow:hidden;\n    border:1px solid #ececec;\n    border-radius:28px;\n    padding:30px 24px 26px 24px;\n    background:\n      linear-gradient(135deg, rgba(110,15,17,.05) 0%, rgba(255,255,255,1) 38%, rgba(215,161,38,.08) 100%);\n    box-shadow:var(--rp-shadow);\n    margin-bottom:24px;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-hero:before{\n    content:\"\";\n    position:absolute;\n    inset:0 auto 0 0;\n    width:10px;\n    background:linear-gradient(180deg,var(--rp-maroon) 0%, var(--rp-gold) 100%);\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-logo{\n    text-align:center;\n    margin:0 0 18px 0;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-logo img{\n    width:200px;\n    max-width:100%;\n    height:auto;\n    display:inline-block;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kicker{\n    text-align:center;\n    text-transform:uppercase;\n    letter-spacing:.16em;\n    font-size:11px;\n    font-weight:700;\n    color:var(--rp-maroon);\n    margin:0 0 8px 0;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-title{\n    text-align:center;\n    font-size:34px;\n    line-height:1.15;\n    margin:0;\n    font-weight:800;\n    letter-spacing:-.02em;\n    color:var(--rp-charcoal);\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-subhead{\n    text-align:center;\n    margin:14px auto 0 auto;\n    max-width:860px;\n    font-size:18px;\n    color:#333;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-partline{\n    display:flex;\n    justify-content:center;\n    align-items:center;\n    gap:10px;\n    flex-wrap:wrap;\n    margin:18px 0 0 0;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-badge{\n    display:inline-block;\n    padding:8px 14px;\n    border-radius:999px;\n    background:#111;\n    color:#fff;\n    font-size:13px;\n    font-weight:700;\n    letter-spacing:.03em;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-badge.alt{\n    background:var(--rp-cream);\n    color:#4c3a08;\n    border:1px solid #efd48f;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-section{\n    margin:24px 0 0 0;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-grid-2{\n    display:grid;\n    grid-template-columns:1.15fr .85fr;\n    gap:22px;\n    align-items:start;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-card{\n    background:#fff;\n    border:1px solid #ececec;\n    border-radius:var(--rp-radius);\n    padding:22px;\n    box-shadow:var(--rp-shadow);\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-card h2{\n    margin:0 0 12px 0;\n    font-size:22px;\n    line-height:1.2;\n    letter-spacing:-.02em;\n    color:var(--rp-charcoal);\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-lead{\n    font-size:16px;\n    margin:0;\n    color:#2e2e2e;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-knowledge{\n    background:linear-gradient(180deg,#fffaf0 0%, #fff4d6 100%);\n    border:1px solid #f0d694;\n    border-left:8px solid var(--rp-gold);\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-service{\n    background:linear-gradient(180deg,#fafafa 0%, #f4f4f4 100%);\n    border-left:8px solid var(--rp-maroon);\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-knowledge p,\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-service p{\n    margin:0 0 10px 0;\n    font-size:15px;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-service ul{\n    margin:12px 0 0 18px;\n    padding:0;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-service li{\n    margin:0 0 8px 0;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-rule-title{\n    display:flex;\n    align-items:center;\n    gap:14px;\n    margin:4px 0 16px 0;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-rule-title h2{\n    margin:0;\n    white-space:nowrap;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-rule-title:after{\n    content:\"\";\n    height:2px;\n    width:100%;\n    background:linear-gradient(90deg,var(--rp-maroon) 0%, var(--rp-gold) 100%);\n    border-radius:999px;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-feature-grid{\n    display:grid;\n    grid-template-columns:repeat(2,minmax(0,1fr));\n    gap:16px;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-feature{\n    border:1px solid #ececec;\n    border-radius:18px;\n    padding:18px;\n    background:#fff;\n    box-shadow:var(--rp-shadow);\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-feature h3{\n    margin:0 0 8px 0;\n    font-size:17px;\n    line-height:1.25;\n    color:var(--rp-charcoal);\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-feature p{\n    margin:0;\n    font-size:15px;\n    color:#333;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-table-wrap{\n    background:#fff;\n    border:1px solid #ececec;\n    border-radius:20px;\n    overflow:hidden;\n    box-shadow:var(--rp-shadow);\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock table{\n    width:100%;\n    border-collapse:collapse;\n    font-size:15px;\n    background:#fff;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock th,\n  .rp-mag-lock td{\n    padding:12px 14px;\n    text-align:left;\n    vertical-align:top;\n    border-bottom:1px solid #e8e8e8;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock th{\n    background:#171717;\n    color:#fff;\n    font-size:13px;\n    text-transform:uppercase;\n    letter-spacing:.08em;\n    font-weight:700;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock tr:nth-child(even) td{\n    background:#fafafa;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock tr:last-child td{\n    border-bottom:none;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-thankyou{\n    text-align:center;\n    margin:26px 0 0 0;\n    padding:2px 12px;\n    border:1px solid #e6e6e6;\n    border-radius:999px;\n    background:#ffffff;\n    color:#000000;\n    font-size:16px;\n    line-height:1.4;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-image-frame{\n    margin:26px 0 0 0;\n    border-radius:24px;\n    overflow:hidden;\n    border:1px solid #ececec;\n    background:#fff;\n    box-shadow:var(--rp-shadow);\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-image-frame img{\n    display:block;\n    width:100%;\n    height:auto;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-note{\n    margin:18px 0 0 0;\n    padding:14px 16px;\n    border-radius:16px;\n    background:#f8f8f8;\n    border:1px solid #eaeaea;\n    font-size:14px;\n    color:#333;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-cta-wrap{\n    text-align:center;\n    margin:24px 0 0 0;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-btn{\n    display:inline-block;\n    padding:14px 22px;\n    border-radius:999px;\n    background:linear-gradient(135deg,#111 0%, #2b2b2b 100%);\n    color:#fff;\n    text-decoration:none;\n    font-size:14px;\n    font-weight:800;\n    letter-spacing:.04em;\n    text-transform:uppercase;\n    box-shadow:0 12px 28px rgba(0,0,0,.18);\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-btn:hover{\n    opacity:.94;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-footer{\n    text-align:center;\n    margin:32px 0 0 0;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-footer img{\n    max-width:100%;\n    height:auto;\n    border-radius:18px;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-seo{\n    display:none;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-guidance{\n    margin:24px 0 0 0;\n    color:var(--rp-black);\n    line-height:1.6;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-box{\n    border:2px solid var(--rp-black);\n    border-radius:22px;\n    overflow:hidden;\n    background:#ffffff;\n    box-shadow:var(--rp-shadow);\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-box:before,\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-box:after{\n    content:\"\";\n    display:block;\n    height:16px;\n    background:\n      repeating-linear-gradient(\n        45deg,\n        #111111 0,\n        #111111 14px,\n        #d7a126 14px,\n        #d7a126 28px\n      );\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-inner{\n    padding:22px;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-label{\n    display:inline-block;\n    margin:0 0 10px 0;\n    padding:7px 12px;\n    border-radius:999px;\n    background:var(--rp-maroon);\n    color:#ffffff;\n    font-size:12px;\n    font-weight:800;\n    letter-spacing:.12em;\n    text-transform:uppercase;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-guidance h2{\n    margin:0 0 10px 0;\n    font-size:24px;\n    line-height:1.2;\n    color:var(--rp-black);\n    font-weight:800;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-guidance h3{\n    margin:18px 0 8px 0;\n    font-size:18px;\n    line-height:1.25;\n    color:var(--rp-charcoal);\n    font-weight:800;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-guidance p{\n    margin:0 0 10px 0;\n    font-size:15px;\n    color:#222222;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-guidance ul,\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-guidance ol{\n    margin:12px 0 0 20px;\n    padding:0;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-guidance li{\n    margin:0 0 8px 0;\n    font-size:15px;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-callout{\n    margin:16px 0 0 0;\n    padding:14px 16px;\n    border-radius:16px;\n    background:var(--rp-cream);\n    border:1px solid var(--rp-gold);\n    font-size:14px;\n    color:#111111;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-red{\n    margin:16px 0 0 0;\n    padding:14px 16px;\n    border-radius:16px;\n    background:#ffffff;\n    border:2px solid var(--rp-maroon);\n    font-size:14px;\n    color:#111111;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-table{\n    margin:16px 0 0 0;\n    border:1px solid var(--rp-line);\n    border-radius:18px;\n    overflow:hidden;\n    background:#ffffff;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-table table{\n    width:100%;\n    border-collapse:collapse;\n    font-size:15px;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-table th,\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-table td{\n    padding:12px 14px;\n    text-align:left;\n    vertical-align:top;\n    border-bottom:1px solid #e8e8e8;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-table th{\n    background:#111111;\n    color:#ffffff;\n    font-size:13px;\n    text-transform:uppercase;\n    letter-spacing:.08em;\n    font-weight:800;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-table tr:nth-child(even) td{\n    background:#fafafa;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-table tr:last-child td{\n    border-bottom:none;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-diagram{\n    margin:18px 0 0 0;\n    padding:16px;\n    border:1px solid var(--rp-line);\n    border-radius:20px;\n    background:#ffffff;\n    box-shadow:var(--rp-shadow);\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-diagram h3{\n    margin:0 0 10px 0;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-diagram img{\n    display:block;\n    width:100%;\n    max-width:760px;\n    height:auto;\n    margin:10px auto 0 auto;\n    border-radius:14px;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-diagram p{\n    margin:0 0 8px 0;\n    font-size:14px;\n    color:#333333;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-damage{\n    margin:18px 0 0 0;\n    padding:16px;\n    border:2px solid var(--rp-maroon);\n    border-radius:20px;\n    background:#ffffff;\n    box-shadow:var(--rp-shadow);\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-damage h3{\n    margin:0 0 10px 0;\n    color:var(--rp-maroon);\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-damage p{\n    margin:0 0 8px 0;\n    font-size:14px;\n    color:#222222;\n  }\n\n  .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-damage img{\n    display:block;\n    width:100%;\n    max-width:760px;\n    height:auto;\n    margin:10px auto 0 auto;\n    border-radius:14px;\n    border:1px solid #e5e5e5;\n  }\n\n  @media (max-width: 900px){\n    .rp-mag-lock .rp-grid-2{\n      grid-template-columns:1fr;\n    }\n\n    .rp-mag-lock .rp-feature-grid{\n      grid-template-columns:1fr;\n    }\n\n    .rp-mag-lock .rp-title{\n      font-size:28px;\n    }\n\n    .rp-mag-lock .rp-subhead{\n      font-size:16px;\n    }\n  }\n\n  @media (max-width: 640px){\n    .rp-mag-lock .rp-shell{\n      padding:18px 12px 28px 12px;\n    }\n\n    .rp-mag-lock .rp-hero{\n      border-radius:22px;\n      padding:24px 18px 22px 18px;\n    }\n\n    .rp-mag-lock .rp-card,\n    .rp-mag-lock .rp-feature{\n      padding:16px;\n    }\n\n    .rp-mag-lock .rp-title{\n      font-size:24px;\n    }\n\n    .rp-mag-lock .rp-thankyou{\n      font-size:14px;\n      padding:4px 10px;\n    }\n\n    .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-inner{\n      padding:18px;\n    }\n\n    .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-guidance h2{\n      font-size:21px;\n    }\n\n    .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-table th,\n    .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-table td{\n      padding:10px 11px;\n      font-size:14px;\n    }\n\n    .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-diagram,\n    .rp-mag-lock .rp-kit-perch-damage{\n      padding:12px;\n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rp-mag-lock\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"rp-shell\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rp-hero\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"rp-logo\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2659\/6148\/files\/LOGO-FINALx200.png?v=1763669885\" alt=\"R \u0026amp; P Carriages\"\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"rp-kicker\"\u003eTrailer Running Gear \/ Replacement Axle Beam\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003ch1 class=\"rp-title\"\u003eLippert Axle Beam, 96\" Hub Face, 3\" Tube, 4\" Drop, Loose Perches\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"rp-subhead\"\u003eHeavy-duty Lippert 7000 lb trailer axle beam with 96\" hub face, 3\" axle tube, 4\" drop configuration, EZ Lube spindles, and loose spring perches included for final spring-center placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"rp-partline\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"rp-badge\"\u003ePart Number: 7000-96-3-D-KIT\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"rp-badge alt\"\u003e7000 lb Axle Beam\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"rp-badge alt\"\u003e96\" Hub Face \/ 4\" Drop\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rp-section rp-grid-2\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"rp-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"rp-rule-title\"\u003e\n          \u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"rp-lead\"\u003eThis Lippert 7000 lb bare axle beam is built for trailer applications requiring a 96\" hub face, 3\" axle tube, 4\" drop setup, and 12\" drum brake hub compatibility. The included spring perches ship loose so the final spring-center measurement can be matched to the trailer before welding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"rp-card rp-service\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eR\u0026amp;P Service Insight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eReplacement axle beams must be matched by measurement, not by trailer appearance alone. Hub face, brake flange spacing, tube diameter, drop, spindle style, and spring center all affect whether the axle will install correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHub Face:\u003c\/strong\u003e This axle is listed as a 96\" hub face beam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTube Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard 3\" round axle tube for 7000 lb running gear applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerches:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring perches are included loose and must be welded before the axle is placed into service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rp-section\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"rp-card rp-knowledge\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eR\u0026amp;P Knowledge Hub\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for trailer applications where 7000 lb capacity, 96\" hub face, 3\" tube, 4\" drop, brake flange spacing, and spindle configuration match the original axle setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle \/ System Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Commonly used on trailers requiring 7000 lb running gear with 12\" drum brake hub assemblies in 6-lug or 8-lug configurations where all measurements match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Verify hub face, brake flange spacing, spring center, spindle setup, drop orientation, and brake\/hub compatibility before ordering or installing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance Insight:\u003c\/strong\u003e The cambered beam design supports loaded trailer operation and helps maintain correct tire contact when installed with the arch facing upward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rp-section\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"rp-card rp-knowledge\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eBrand \u0026amp; Fitment Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelling Brand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lippert axle beam sold by R\u0026amp;P Carriages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Any trailer, brake, hub, or running gear references in this listing describe compatibility targets only where measurements and configuration match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat This Means:\u003c\/strong\u003e This listing is for a Lippert 7000 lb axle beam kit with loose spring perches included. Hubs, drums, brake assemblies, U-bolts, and mounting hardware are not included unless specifically listed in the included components table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore Ordering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Verify measurements, mounting style, hub face, brake flange spacing, spindle style, axle drop, spring center, and included components before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rp-section\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"rp-card rp-service\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eR\u0026amp;P Repair Insight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eAxle replacement issues usually come from one missed measurement. A 96\" hub face axle still needs the correct brake flange distance, spindle dimensions, drop orientation, and spring-center placement to work safely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck Hub Face:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure from the face of one hub mounting surface to the face of the opposite hub mounting surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck Brake Flange:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm the brake flange-to-flange dimension before transferring or ordering brake components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck Spring Center:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loose perches must be welded to match the trailer’s actual spring center before road use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rp-section\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"rp-rule-title\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"rp-feature-grid\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"rp-feature\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003e7000 lb Axle Beam\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eHeavy-duty replacement bare beam for compatible 7000 lb trailer running gear applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"rp-feature\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003e96\" Hub Face\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eBuilt around a 96\" hub face measurement for trailers requiring this axle width.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"rp-feature\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003e3\" Tube \/ 4\" Drop\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eStandard 3\" round axle tube with 4\" drop configuration for matching trailer suspension setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"rp-feature\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eLoose Spring Perches Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eIncludes two loose SP-3 spring perches so the axle can be welded to the correct spring center before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rp-section rp-grid-2\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"rp-rule-title\"\u003e\n          \u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"rp-table-wrap\"\u003e\n          \u003ctable\u003e\n            \u003ctbody\u003e\n              \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n              \u003c\/tr\u003e\n              \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e7000-96-3-D-KIT\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003c\/tr\u003e\n              \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eLippert\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003c\/tr\u003e\n              \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eTrailer axle bare beam kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003c\/tr\u003e\n              \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e7000 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003c\/tr\u003e\n              \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHub Face\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e96\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003c\/tr\u003e\n              \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTube Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e3\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003c\/tr\u003e\n              \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e4\" drop configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003c\/tr\u003e\n              \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpindle Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eEZ Lube\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003c\/tr\u003e\n              \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrake Flange to Flange\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e89.66\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003c\/tr\u003e\n              \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBearing Shoulder to Shoulder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e92.19\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003c\/tr\u003e\n              \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpindle End to End\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e100.38\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003c\/tr\u003e\n              \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring Perches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eTwo loose SP-3 spring perches included; not welded by default\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003c\/tr\u003e\n              \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eUSA Made\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n          \u003c\/table\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"rp-rule-title\"\u003e\n          \u003ch2\u003eFitment \/ Application\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"rp-table-wrap\"\u003e\n          \u003ctable\u003e\n            \u003ctbody\u003e\n              \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n              \u003c\/tr\u003e\n              \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle \/ System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eTrailer running gear \/ axle replacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003c\/tr\u003e\n              \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eTrailers requiring a 7000 lb, 96\" hub face, 3\" tube, 4\" drop axle beam\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003c\/tr\u003e\n              \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrake \/ Hub Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eCompatible with matching 12\" drum brake hub assemblies in 6-lug or 8-lug configurations where all dimensions match\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003c\/tr\u003e\n              \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring Center\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eCustomer must verify actual spring center; loose perches must be positioned and welded before use\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003c\/tr\u003e\n              \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eDo not assume fitment by axle capacity alone. Confirm hub face, brake flange, spindle, tube diameter, drop, and spring-center requirements before ordering.\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n          \u003c\/table\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rp-section\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"rp-rule-title\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eIncluded Components\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"rp-table-wrap\"\u003e\n        \u003ctable\u003e\n          \u003ctbody\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003cth\u003eQuantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n              \u003cth\u003eItem\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003eLippert Trailer Axle 7000 lb Bare Beam - 96\" Hub Face - 3\" Tube - 4\" Drop - EZ Lube - USA Made\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003eSP-3 loose spring perches for 3\" axle tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003eNot Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003eHubs, drums, brake assemblies, U-bolts, plates, nuts, wheels, tires, and installation hardware unless separately purchased\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n        \u003c\/table\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rp-kit-perch-guidance\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"rp-kit-perch-box\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"rp-kit-perch-inner\"\u003e\n\n          \u003cspan class=\"rp-kit-perch-label\"\u003eImportant -KIT Axle Notice\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n          \u003ch2\u003eWhat Comes in the -KIT: Spring Perches Are Included Loose\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n          \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis -KIT includes the axle beam and loose spring perches \/ spring seats.\u003c\/strong\u003e The spring perches are included as separate pieces. \u003cstrong\u003eIncluded does not mean welded.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n          \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring perches ship loose by default.\u003c\/strong\u003e They are not welded to the axle tube before shipment unless the customer specifically requests perch welding in the order notes, provides the correct Spring Center measurement, and R\u0026amp;P confirms the weld-on request before the axle ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n          \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRepetition matters:\u003c\/strong\u003e If the listing says “spring perches included,” that means loose spring perches are included with the kit. It does not mean the spring perches are already installed, welded, or ready for towing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n          \u003cdiv class=\"rp-kit-perch-red\"\u003e\n            \u003cstrong\u003eDo not install or tow with loose spring perches.\u003c\/strong\u003e The perches must be measured, positioned, squared, and welded to the axle tube before the axle is placed into service.\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n          \u003ch3\u003eWhen Will R\u0026amp;P Weld the Spring Perches?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n          \u003cp\u003eR\u0026amp;P may weld the spring perches before shipment only when the order clearly gives us the information needed to do it correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n          \u003col\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe customer must request welded spring perches in the order notes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe customer must provide the Spring Center measurement.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eR\u0026amp;P must confirm the weld-on request before shipment.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n          \u003cdiv class=\"rp-kit-perch-callout\"\u003e\n            \u003cstrong\u003eDefault rule:\u003c\/strong\u003e If the order does not clearly request welded perches and does not provide a Spring Center measurement, the spring perches ship loose.\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n          \u003ch3\u003eHow to Find Your Spring Center Measurement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n          \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring Center\u003c\/strong\u003e is the distance from the center of one leaf spring to the center of the opposite leaf spring. This is the measurement used to locate where the spring perches need to be welded on the axle tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest method with old axle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure from the center of one existing spring perch \/ spring seat to the center of the opposite spring perch \/ spring seat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest method from the trailer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure from the centerline of the left leaf spring pack to the centerline of the right leaf spring pack where the axle sits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf spring center bolt method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure from the center of the center bolt \/ locating pin on one spring pack to the center of the center bolt \/ locating pin on the other spring pack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not measure outside-to-outside.\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring Center is a center-to-center measurement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not guess from deck width.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deck width can be helpful context, but it is not a substitute for the actual Spring Center measurement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n          \u003cdiv class=\"rp-kit-perch-diagram\"\u003e\n            \u003ch3\u003eAxle Measurement Diagram\u003c\/h3\u003e\n            \u003cp\u003eUse the axle measurement diagram below as a visual reference while confirming axle dimensions and installation details. Spring Center must still be measured center-to-center at the trailer’s leaf springs or existing spring perches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2659\/6148\/files\/7000-spindle-detail.png?v=1759937826\" alt=\"7000 lb trailer axle measurement diagram and spindle detail reference\"\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n          \u003cdiv class=\"rp-kit-perch-damage\"\u003e\n            \u003ch3\u003eWhy Welding the Perches Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n            \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis image shows a real-world installation problem where loose spring perches were not welded before use and brake wiring was torn out.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is exactly why the axle must not be installed, towed, or placed into service while the spring perches are still loose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoose perches can allow the axle to move or rotate out of its intended installed position.\u003c\/strong\u003e That can damage brake wiring, brake components, suspension parts, tires, and the trailer. The perches must be properly welded before road use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2659\/6148\/files\/loose_perches.png?v=1777919980\" alt=\"Example of trailer axle installation damage from loose unwelded spring perches and torn brake wiring\"\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n          \u003cdiv class=\"rp-kit-perch-table\"\u003e\n            \u003ctable\u003e\n              \u003ctbody\u003e\n                \u003ctr\u003e\n                  \u003cth\u003eQuestion\u003c\/th\u003e\n                  \u003cth\u003eAnswer\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003c\/tr\u003e\n                \u003ctr\u003e\n                  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre spring perches included in the -KIT?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                  \u003ctd\u003eYes. The spring perches \/ spring seats are included as loose parts.\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003c\/tr\u003e\n                \u003ctr\u003e\n                  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the spring perches welded on by default?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo. They ship loose by default.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003c\/tr\u003e\n                \u003ctr\u003e\n                  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan R\u0026amp;P weld the perches before shipping?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                  \u003ctd\u003eOnly if the customer requests it in the order notes, provides the correct Spring Center measurement, and R\u0026amp;P confirms the request before shipment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003c\/tr\u003e\n                \u003ctr\u003e\n                  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat measurement is needed for welding?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                  \u003ctd\u003eSpring Center: center of one leaf spring \/ spring perch to the center of the opposite leaf spring \/ spring perch.\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003c\/tr\u003e\n                \u003ctr\u003e\n                  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the axle be used with loose perches?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo. Do not install, tow, or place the axle in service until the perches are properly welded.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003c\/tr\u003e\n                \u003ctr\u003e\n                  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat can happen if perches are not welded?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                  \u003ctd\u003eLoose perches can allow the axle to move or rotate, which can damage brake wiring, brake parts, suspension components, tires, and the trailer.\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003c\/tr\u003e\n                \u003ctr\u003e\n                  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich way does camber face?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                  \u003ctd\u003eIf the axle is cambered, the arch goes up in the middle when installed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003c\/tr\u003e\n              \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n            \u003c\/table\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n          \u003ch3\u003eOrder Note Wording Customers Can Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n          \u003cp\u003eCustomers who want R\u0026amp;P to weld the spring perches should put clear instructions in the order notes before checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n          \u003cdiv class=\"rp-kit-perch-callout\"\u003e\n            \u003cstrong\u003eExample order note:\u003c\/strong\u003e “Please weld spring perches before shipping. My Spring Center measurement is ____ inches, measured center-to-center.”\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n          \u003cdiv class=\"rp-kit-perch-red\"\u003e\n            \u003cstrong\u003eFinal reminder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unless the order notes request welded perches, the Spring Center measurement is supplied, and R\u0026amp;P confirms the weld request, this -KIT ships with loose spring perches.\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rp-thankyou\"\u003eThank You For Choosing R\u0026amp;P Carriages For Your Online Shopping Source!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rp-note\"\u003eVerify hub face, brake flange spacing, bearing shoulder measurement, spindle dimensions, axle tube diameter, drop orientation, spring center, brake\/hub compatibility, and included components before installation. Loose spring perches must be properly welded before the axle is placed into service.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rp-cta-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003ca class=\"rp-btn\" href=\"\/search?q=7000+axle+beam\"\u003eView More 7000 Axle Beam Options\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rp-seo\"\u003e\n      7000-96-3-D-KIT axle beam\n      Lippert 7000 lb axle beam\n      Lippert axle beam 96 inch hub face\n      96 inch hub face trailer axle\n      3 inch tube trailer axle beam\n      4 inch drop trailer axle beam\n      7000 lb EZ Lube axle beam\n      loose spring perches axle kit\n      replacement 7000 trailer axle beam\n      Lippert trailer axle beam replacement\n      7000 lb axle 96 hub face 4 drop\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rp-footer\"\u003e\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2659\/6148\/files\/Baseball_AdvertisingRP-sign_1.jpg?v=1771533480\" alt=\"R \u0026amp; P Carriages\"\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003chr style=\"border:0; border-top:1px solid #eee; margin:24px 0 0 0;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Lippert","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39388936798268,"sku":"7000-96-3-D-KIT","price":421.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2659\/6148\/files\/beam-3500-beam-drop-lippert_fb214acb-51ff-4b48-8207-da08a6bb81ad.png?v=1759954654","url":"https:\/\/needatrailerpart.com\/products\/beam-7000-96-hf-3-tube-4-drop-flange-spring-axle-wired-flanged-ez-lube-no-spring-seats-7000-96-3-d","provider":"Need a Trailer Part","version":"1.0","type":"link"}