Preserving Your Investment: A Trailer Maintenance Checklist
Don't neglect your trailer. Follow our recommended maintenance schedule, below, to help ensure that your trailer is safe and ready to go when you are.Click here to download a PDF version of our schedule. Recommended Trailer Maintenance Schedule
From your photo, it looks like you have a Dexter axle, part number 51955. From my research, it appears this is likely a 3,500-lb axle. However, the weight capacity should be listed on the axle itself, so it would be best to confirm this before…
A different amount of spacers is not needed between the left and right side of your 2016 Ford F-250 to install the Firestone Ride Rite kit part #F2703. I would make sure your truck is sitting on level ground, isn't loaded on one side of the…
I recommend going with the Air Lift LoadLifter 7500 XL Ultimate Air Helper Springs #AL89DQ for hauling around an in-bed camper with your 2024 Ford F-350 Super Duty. I really like this kit because it has the higher 7,500 lb rating (which you…
The air bag kit I recommend using for your 2022 Ram 3500 Cab and Chassis Dually is the Ride-Rite from Firestone: - Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs #F2478 I really like this kit because the air bags have the best construction on the market due…
The tank that comes with the Air Lift WirelessAIR Suspension System for Air Helper Springs #AL27DQ is a 2-Gallon tank. When it comes to the physical dimensions, the tank measures 17" Long x 8" Tall x 6" Wide (see attached).
Since your 5' x 10' traler has a V-nose, we recommend going with the Adco SFS AquaShed Trailer Cover For Trailers up to 12' Long #290-46002. This will allow a bit of extra room for the V-nose. With the included straps on the front and…
If your trailer axle doesn't currently have brake mounting flanges you have a couple of options, one of which is to simply weld on flanges like you mentioned. A brake mounting flange needs to be welded perfectly square and concentric, which…
Yes, you could use leaf springs for a 4,000 lb axle, like part #e57SR (rated for 2,000 lbs each), with a 3,500 lb axle but it will make your ride a bit more stiff. The only times that a leaf spring would become damaged is if it is overloaded or has a…
The Curt Rebellion XD Shock Absorbing Adjustable Ball Mount w/ 2" and 2-5/16" Balls #C57UR comes with a 2-1/2" shank. The 2-5/16" ball has a gross towing weight of 20,000 lbs which is higher than the 15,000 lbs for the #C83WR. The…
Over time, any suspension components can fail and need to be replaced. Since you said a shackle broke now would be a good time to inspect all of the suspension components and replace any that show signs of damage or uneven wear. It is always best to…
It is possible to upgrade the leaf springs on a trailer to a higher rated set but I do not recommend this as it can create a rough ride. The better option would be to install the SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs part #TSS-107-40 for overslung or…
We have a product designed exactly for your application. What you need is the part #RM-9332. This wires directly to the battery of the vehicle and gives you an outlet to power the Blue Ox Patriot part #BLU37TR. This way you can have your vehicle…