Tailgate/Ramp Assist System Recommendation for a Utility Trailer

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Dear Madison, Why does your great company not stock the utility trailer tailgate assist spring. After dealing with you and your product, I cant see why you dont carry this much needed assist product. Thanks again for everything,

asked by: Jerry L

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Actually we do carry a tailgate assist system for utility trailers. Check out the Rack'em Double Barrel Trailer Tailgate Assist # RA-27C. This system would reduce a 134 lb tailgate down to feeling like it weighs 5 lbs.

I attached an install video for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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According to Rack'em, their #RA-27C Double Barrel Tailgate Assist can be installed on either the drivers or passenger side of the trailer. It's usually mounted on the driver's side, because the passenger side is usually up against the…

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Your side rail being 12 inches high is compatible with the Rackem assist part #RA-27C. Is it 12 inches high at the end of the trailer where it meets the tailgate/ramp? If so it would be fine in that regard. The tailgate needs to be 44 inches from the…

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Since you have a wheelbase/axle spacing of 38 inches the correct hanger kit for slipper springs would be the part #HAP-105-205-01. And then for a 7k trailer axle the u-bolt kit you'd want would be the part #APUBR-8. I attached the diagram to use…

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For all intents and purposes, yes, the Fulton drop leg stabilizer jack SJL80300 is the same as the square leg jack you asked about: - Square Drop Leg Stabilizer Jack - 18" Travel - 2,000 lbs #SJ-R208 Different manufacturers but otherwise they…

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Answer 5

That is an excellent question and is asked more often than you think. Electric brakes like what come in the Electric Trailer Brake Kit #AKEBRK-2 can be submerged in water when you are loading/unloading your boat. Since water and electricity don't…

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Answer 6

Since the discontinued MaxxAir 4700k model fits a standard 14 x 14 RV vent opening, I recommend the MaxxFan Plus Roof Vent w/ 12V Fan - 10 Speed #MA00-04500K. The MaxxFan Plus comes with a thermostat and a remote for easy temperature customization.…

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What you're going to need is two of the transfer switches in that case. I have attached a diagram from Furrion that shows you how you're going to need to hook the two transfer switches #F30ATS up: -one to the other, then one branching off to…

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Answer 8

I would be happy to help you set up your 2022 Toyota Highlander to haul your new travel trailer. The wiring harness you currently have controls your trailer's lighting functions only. You do not need to rewire your Toyota you just need another…

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Answer 9

The correct replacement master cylinder kit we have for your Demco setup is the part #DM5918 which comes with the lock out replacement.

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Answer 10

Yes, you are correct. In order to correctly take this measurement you will need to measure from the center of the spindle to the center of the main axle tube. I have included a picture for reference.

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The #99 trailer spindle is typically found on 9,000 lb and 10,000 lb axles. This is not a spindle that we carry at this time, but I did find some of the measurements. I have attached a diagram showing the dimensions of a #99 spindle for you to check…

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Answer 12

In order to charge your batteries wired in parallel with the NoCo Genius #329-GENIUS5 you'll want to connect the positive charge line to the positive terminal of the first battery and the negative line to the negative terminal of the opposite…

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