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  • Does TowSmart Offer a Replacement Coupler Storage Lock Pin For Kit # TS84FR?
  • To get that part you would need to order the TowSmart Trailer Coupler Lock # 3481213 and discard the latch component. This is the only other way TowSmart offers the shackle in the Coupler Lock Kit # TS84FR.
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  • Upgraded Equalizer, Shackles, and Wet Bolts for 2020 Heartland Mallard Travel Trailer
  • It sounds like you want an upgraded equalizer to replace your Dexter 12-142 equalizers. I recommend the # LC314336 you were looking at for a replacement. This matches the length of your current equalizer, which is the most important factor when choosing a replacement. The Equa-Flex will help absorb road shock and improve your ride while towing your trailer. For shackles and wet bolts, I recommend the MORryde Suspension Upgrade Kit for Tandem Axle Trailers. This kit comes with wet bolts,...
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  • Suspension Upgrade for 2015 Keystone Carbon 347
  • If by upgrading you mean replacement leaf springs with a higher capacity, you will need to know the length of what you currently have. This is the measurement from spring eye to spring eye. Also, you will need to account for the fact that they have flattened out so your current measurement will be longer than a new leaf spring. For shackles, I recommend upgrading to the MORryde Suspension Upgrade Kit for Tandem Axle Trailers. This kit comes with wet bolts, bronze bushings, and 1/2" thick...
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  • Service Parts for Older Roadmaster Sterline Tow Bar to Attach to Jeep D-Ring Mounts
  • I reached out to my contact at Roadmaster regarding your older Sterling Tow Bar and he said for the complete repair kit you will need part # RM-910003-30. For the inner arm bushing kit, which includes the needed washers, you will need part # RM-910003-40. There is no longer a kit available for the outer arm but we do have the Split Nylatron Bushing # RM-200029-00 that installs inside the larger outer arm assembly. To attach to the D-Ring mounts on your Jeep either the # RM-035-1 for 1"...
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  • Recommended Replacement E-Z Flex Equalizers For Tandem Trailer
  • When looking for a replacement equalizer for your tandem trailer you will want to find an equalizer with dimensions similar to the equalizers you are replacing. I recommend part # K71-653-00. These equalizers measure 7-3/4 inches center to center. Although this system says it is for 8,000 lb axles, you should have no problems due to the rubber core that helps make towing smoother by absorbing road shock. The shackles that are included are 2-1/4 inches long so you may want to change those...
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  • Replacement 5-5/8 Equalizers for Enhanced Road Shock Protection and Smoother Towing
  • The Replacement 5-5/8" Equalizers for E-Z Flex Heavy Duty Rubber Suspension System by Dexter Axle # K71-654-00 will work well to replace your solid equalizers. You can simply use your same shackle straps and bolts and swap out your equalizers for the road dampening suspension enhancement. These will work well with your tandem 5,200 lb Lippert axles. If you want to use wet bolts, you can upgrade your bolts to # 126B2 for easy maintenance.
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  • Availability of a Repair Kit for a Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar
  • We have a repair kit for the Falcon 2 tow bar. It is # RM910003-65. It includes shoulder bolts, bushings, washers, and end plugs. You may also need new quick disconnects, # RM-201. If all of the parts needed are not represented here then take a look at the instructions I have linked for the tow bar # RM-520. If you can identify the parts needed I can determine if they are available.
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  • Replacement Upgraded Equalizer Kit for 13-104 Equalizer on Tandem Axle Trailer
  • The correct replacement equalizer for your 13-104 is TruRyde Curved Equalizer # TREQ104. If you need the kit, you can use the Redline Tandem-Axle Trailer Equalizer Kit # AP233. The upgrade we offer for the 13-104 equalizer is the Dexter E-Z Flex Heavy Duty Rubber Suspension System - 5-5/8 Inch Equalizers # K71-652-00. These equalizers will replace the standard 13-104 equalizers and deliver smoother towing than standard equalizers. The rubber core will isolate and absorb damaging road...
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  • Will RoadActive Suspension Kit Help With Wheel Hop on 2016 Ford F-350
  • The RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit # RAS3611-S is actually a great solution to eliminate the wheel hop you are experiencing. This system eliminates axle wrap, wheel hop, and bottoming out. The force that is causing the wheel hop will be absorbed by the RAS kit. In addition to solving your wheel hop problems, the RAS will also keep you level when towing or hauling while helping to reduce sway and body roll. It also helps to extend the life of your leaf springs,...
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  • Recommended Slipper Spring for Custom Kayak Trailer
  • Thanks for the photos with measurements. The 2-Leaf Slipper Spring w/ Radius End for 1,000-lb Trailer Axles - 24-5/8" Long # SP-177275 are rated for 500lbs each for use with a 1000K axle. This will work with the inside to inside measurement you are seeking. You will simply need the 9/16 inch bolt # 166079. If there is any extra space in the hanger it won't be an issue with the bolt and bushing.
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  • Replacement Leaf Springs for a Boat Trailer Rated for 3,740 Pounds Gross Trailer Weight
  • The double-eye spring we have that is closest to the measurements you have provided is # e27SR. It measures 26 inches eye center to eye center, is 3-3/4 inches from the top center of the stack to the centerline of the eyes, and has 6 leaves. The spring has a capacity of 2,250 pounds. If you can tell me the center to center distance between the hangers then that can help determine the right replacement spring, too. This spring uses 9/16 inch bolts such as # 166081. The hanger that you...
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  • Recommended Leaf Springs for a 2007 R-Travel Trail-Lite Bantam F-17
  • The SumoSprings # TSS-106-40 will definitely help with the swaying and body roll, if the springs are getting worn out they can definitely contribute to sway and not sitting level. This is most likely what is also causing the side walls of the tires to make contact with the trailer body. With that being said, the Trailer Leaf Spring # e54SR will be the closest we have to your current springs. The bushing are included with this spring, but you will need to use add the # TRFA73Z916DLNZ Shackle...
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