How to Raise a Trailer for More Ground Clearance

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Just traded my 24ft for a 27ft Trail sport r-vision. The new trailer rides nearly a foot lower than the other. Anything I can do about this? This low of clearance will make it nearly impossible to park anywhere other than near level ground. Perfect model trailer for expanding family, just too low. :

asked by: Dave

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There are a couple of things that you can do to get more ground clearance for your new trailer. First, if the leaf spring stack is attached under the axle then you could use an over/under conversion kit.

If the trailer has a 2-3/8 inch diameter round axle use # K71-384-00. If it has a 3 inch diameter round axle use # K71-385-00. This will move the leaf spring stack to the top of the axle and raise the trailer approximately the same amount as the axle diameter.

These kits will only work on trailers that have double-eye leaf springs and will not work on torsion axles.

The other option is to have the regular hangers removed and taller ones welded in their places by a qualified professional. You will need to make sure that each hanger increases the same amount. For example if the front hanger is 1 inch tall and the rear hanger is 2 inches tall then raising the trailer an additional inch would require a 2 inch front hanger and a 3 inch rear hanger. I have included a link to the hangers we carry.

Please note that raising the trailer will also raise its center of gravity and will make it more susceptible to sway.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Rich B.

4/21/2020

I have a 2004 ATC 30 ft goosneck car hauler with a torsion style setup. Is any kit for raising this?

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Chris R.

4/23/2020

We do have a few lift kits available for select torsion axles, but they're pretty specific to the type and capacity. There should hopefully be a sticker/plate on the axle itself that lists its model and weight rating - would you be able to tell me this?

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Answer 1

It sounds like you have a single axle trailer and are curious about whether or not to put the hanger like the part #28-5 or a shackle in front on the trailer frame. We recommend you put the hanger in the front. The force from the bumps in the road…

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Answer 2

Ways to raise the height of a trailer for better ground clearance include using larger wheels/tires and installing an axle over-under kit that reverses the placement of the springs and axle. An axle over-under kit (we offer two) will give you a…

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Answer 3

You can lift your 2009 Mobile Suites 5th Wheel trailer, but since you have 8000-lbs Dexter Axles that are 3-1/2" diameter, the Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit #K71-385-00 will not work since they are only designed for…

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Answer 4

We do have 3-1/2 inch u-bolts with the part #175666 for axle attachment. The diameter of the stud is 9/16 inch.

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Answer 5

I have two options for you to raise your trailer and gain more clearance between the fender and tire. The most cost effective option would be to flip the axles with a Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Kit part #K71-384-00 or part #K71-385-00. That…

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Answer 6

If your trailer has an adjustable coupler and you have already tried adjusting it to the proper height for towing level, then you could install a cost effective over-under conversion kit on your trailer. Keep in mind that changing your trailer…

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Answer 7

Yes, you can use a Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit #K71-385-00 like you referenced to gain a little ground clearance. This product will allow you to move the axles of your trailer from above the leaf springs to below the leaf springs…

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Answer 8

You can raise your trailer about 2 more inches using the Correct Track Trailer Alignment and 2" Lift Kit - Single Axle #LC87120. Then you can also add longer hangers if you prefer. We do have long hangers like #115919 which are the longest…

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Answer 9

Depending on how your plumbing is setup you could have a check valve at the water inlets and also in certain spots throughout the system. On my dad's fifth wheel he has specific valves he has to shut off or on depending on whether he's using…

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Answer 10

As long as you are able to mount the Excel RV Tankless Water Heater #EX93FR vertically in an area that is open it will work in your 1984 Holiday Rambler Aluma Lite trailer. As this unit is 14-5/8" there is typically not enough room to mount this…

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Answer 11

Per the manufacturer, Excel, the Excel RV Tankless On-Demand Water Heater - Gas - Electric Ignition - Ventless - 38,000 Btu #EX93FR has to be installed upright with the vent facing upwards. Other than that the only other installation restriction is…

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Answer 12

The only option we would have would be to install taller suspension hangers on your trailer. You would first need to measure the height of your current hangers and then check out the link I attached which has all the hangers we carry. You will then…

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