Suspension Enhancement For A Tandem Axle Travel Trailer With 3500lb Axles

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I have a travel trailer that has twin 3500lbs axles and would like to upgrade the equalizer. I am looking at the Dexter K71-652-00 since I saw in another question that it fits the Dexter 13-10 equalizer. The problem I see is that I have 7000lbs of axle and the K71-652-00 is only rated for 6000lbs of axles unless I am reading it wrong. Thanks

asked by: Chris H

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I contacted Dexter to confirm that the Dexter E-Z Flex Suspension Kit - Double-Eye Springs - Tandem Axle - 6,000 lbs Item # K71-652-00 are compatible with your tandem 3500lb axles. The 6000lb rating is a rating per axle not both axle weight ratings combined.

expert reply by: Shane H

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Answer 1

As long as you use a qualified fabricator with trailer suspension experience you could have him weld in a spacer between your hangers so that they sit lower. Or you could install taller hangers to make up the difference. This would be the route I…

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According to Lippert, the RV Shock Installation is not to exceed a 45 degree angle and should be on the front side of equalizer just behind the front axle on a tandem application and should be in a similar location for a single axle trailer. I've…

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You can install the Lippert Components Bolt-On Shock Mount Kit w/Heavy Duty Gas Shocks #LC281255 on trailers that have the axles mounted above or below the leaf springs. It will just be a matter of orientating the shock mount so that it doesn't…

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You can install the Lippert Components Bolt-On Shock Mount Kit w/Heavy Duty Gas Shocks #LC281255 on trailers that have the axles mounted above or below the leaf springs.

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Answer 5

The Road Armor shock absorbing equalizers like the part #LC696740 that you referenced can be used on any trailer with tandem axles including a utility trailer like what you have.

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Some trailers do have shock absorbers; it isn't all that common but is gaining popularity, mostly among camping trailers. The main reason it's not too common is most people aren't worried about the ride being that smooth. Usually the…

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Answer 7

Thanks for the picture of your trailer frame. Based on seeing them the Lippert Shock Kit part #LC281255 does fit since it's a boxed frame and you already verified that the axle diameter matches.

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When a trailer is bouncing like yours, this usually means that it is a bit too light or is completely unloaded. If this is the case, then you can try adding some weight to the trailer to see if the bouncing resolves. It's also possible that there…

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Answer 9

Your I-beam to tire distance won't be a problem as you could install the shocks on the inside of the frame like what I attached a picture of.

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Answer 10

If you are referring to the 4 cams that do the actual adjusting in the (discontinued) Lippert Components Correct Track II 87220, they are only installed on the outermost brackets. The center brackets do not get a cam. See the attached picture. I have…

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Answer 11

I will be happy to explain how to install the shock kit #LC281255. In addition to the instructions below I have also included a picture of the actual instructions. 1. Raise trailer and jack up the axle to release pressure on the springs. 2. Remove…

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Answer 12

I checked with Lippert and the upper part of the jack should point away from the rear hanger. So if you check out the picture I attached you'll see that the shock "leans" towards the front of the trailer.

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