How to Pick Out Correct Axle Flip Kit for a 2011 Keystone Hideout

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What would be the correct flip kit for a 2011 Keystone Hideout, 27BHSWE? Thank You

asked by: Michael

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The diameter of your trailer axle will determine the size of the parts that you will need to order. If your axle is 3 inches diameter, the Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit, # K71-385-00, would be a great choice and if your axle is 2-3/8 inch diameter you could use the Over-Under Kit, # K71-384-00. These kits can be installed without welding but the manufacturer strongly recommends having the new spring seat tacked in place on the other side of the trailer axle.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Using an over-under conversion kit such as #K71-384-00 or #K71-385-00 raises the height of a trailer which also raises its center of gravity. This makes the trailer more susceptible to sway but doesn't necessarily mean that sway will happen…

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I can tell you how to easily determine the correct over/under conversion kit for your 2017 K-Z Sportsmen Classic 180THT, though we would not be able to verify a specific fit for any trailer. It's easy to determine the correct over/under lift…

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If you are okay with removing the fenders or going to a larger one that would probably be your simplest route and the way I would go if I were you. We don't have an axle over under kit for your axle size, but we could piece together one if you…

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Since the axle on your trailer is 2-3/8 inches diameter you will need the over/under conversion kit #K71-384-00. I have included a link to a video review of this part for you.

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When measuring an axle to determine the weight capacity you'll want to measure along the actual axle tube. Anywhere between the spring seats will work fine. I also recommend measuring with a digital caliper like #PTW80157 to get an accurate…

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The best option to lift your 2011 Keystone Montana 3100RL is not technically a lift kit, but what is called an over/under conversion kit, which is sometimes referred to as "flipping the axles." This kit going to give you the most clearance,…

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You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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To correctly measure a leaf spring, you'll want to jack the trailer up on jack stands so the axle is hanging freely, then measure directly across from the center of one spring eye to the other, as shown in the provided diagram. The height of the…

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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Increasing the tire and wheel size can increase the height of the trailer but it's usually quite minimal. Before you do anything else you should see if the pin box can be adjusted. Although you have to be careful here since This will lower the…

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To find the load capacity for your axle you should look on the trailer VIN plate or sticker that lists the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that…

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