Using Shorter Equalizers When Replacing Suspension Components

Question:

I need to replace the suspension parts on a flatbed trailer. However, the hangers are 30inch apart on center, the equalizers are 8inch on center. I am considering the APT9 kit as I have 2.5inch hangers. Is there another option? or would I need to reposition the front and rear hangers to allow the APT9 install? Thank you for your help.

asked by: Ken B

Expert Reply:

The #APT9 kit will work well for you. Since the equalizers are only 1/4 inch shorter than your current ones, the shackle straps should provide you with enough play to be able to place the new hangers in the same position as your current hangers.

If you'd like to give yourself a bit of extra room, you could get longer shackle straps to use in place of the ones that come in the kit. For example, the shackle straps in the kit are 2-5/8 inches long, but you could use # TRSL275 shackle straps that are 2-3/4 inches long instead.

expert reply by: Victoria B