How To Raise Trailer to Allow It to Be Towed Level With Taller Truck
Question:
At level my king pin is 51 inches, and hitch is 56 inches. The trailer has torson ax k we and pin box is already at the highest setting. Cant lower the hitch because of clearance, what do I do yup level the trailer for towing?
asked by: Andrew S
Expert Reply:
Typically lifting the trailer suspension is the best solution for situations like what you described.
You can do this by moving the axles from being above the leaf springs to below the leaf springs.
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.
Some refer to this process as "flipping the axles," but since axle has a slight bow to it you can't just flip them and reinstall them under the springs using the same spring seats. You have to install new spring seats on the opposite side of the axle so that it can be moved below the spring.
Products Referenced in This Question
Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit
- Trailer Suspension Parts
- Alignment and Lift Kits
- Boat Trailer
- Camper
- Car Hauler
- Snowmobile Trailer
- Utility Trailer
- Double Eye Springs
- Round Axle - 2-3/8 Inch
- Single Axle
- Dexter
more information >
Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit
- Trailer Suspension Parts
- Alignment and Lift Kits
- Boat Trailer
- Camper
- Car Hauler
- Snowmobile Trailer
- Utility Trailer
- Double Eye Springs
- Round Axle - 3 Inch
- Dexter
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Equalizer for 2" Wide Slipper Springs - 17-3/8" Long - 1" Center Hole
- Trailer Suspension Parts
- Standard Equalizer
- Boat Trailer
- Camper
- Car Hauler
- Snowmobile Trailer
- Utility Trailer
- Slipper Springs - 2 Inch
- 17-3/8 Inch Long
- Tandem Axle
- Triple Axle
- Dexter
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Continue Researching
- Article: Slipper Spring Trailer Suspension System Review
- Shop: Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for 2" Slipper Springs - 12" Long Equalizers
- Shop: Equalizer for 2" Wide Slipper Springs - 12" Long - 7/8" Center Hole
- Shop: 5-Leaf Slipper Spring w/ Hook End for 6,000-lb Trailer Axles - 27" Long
- Shop: Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for 2" Slipper Springs - 13-1/8" Long Equalizers
- Search Results: sp~160275
- Search Results: sp~285275
- Search Results: e67sr
- Q&A: Recommended 8,000 lb Slipper Spring Hanger and Equalizer Kit for 2 Inch Springs
- Article: Double-Eye Trailer Suspension System Review
- Q&A: Torque Spec for Replacement U-Bolt with Nuts 175211
- Search Results: sp~230275
- Search Results: sp~232275
- Search Results: e74sr
- Search Results: sp~161275
- Shop: Tandem-Axle Trailer Equalizer Kit for 2" Slipper Springs - 13-1/8" Long Equalizers
- Q&A: Slipper Spring Hanger Positioning for 7,000 lb Tandem Axle
- Shop: 4-Leaf Slipper Spring w/ Hook End for 4,000-lb Trailer Axles - 26-5/8" Long
- Q&A: Tandem Axle Hanger Kit for 2 inch Wide Slipper Springs
- Q&A: How to Determine Axle Spacing on a 5,000 lb Tandem Axle Trailer
- Q&A: How to Determine Hanger Spacing on 5,200 lb Tandem Axle Trailer
- Video: Redline Trailer Suspension SP01-160 Review
- Shop: 2" Square Trailer U-Bolt (Qty 2)
- Q&A: Hanger Spacing Dimensions for Installing E5115 Slipper Springs on Tandem Axle Trailer
- Video: B and W 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Installation - 2004 Dodge Ram Pickup
- Article: Where to Position the Trailer Axle?
- Article: Replacing the Bearing, Races and Seals on a Trailer Hub