How to Choose the Correct Lift Kit for a 2003 Coachmen Captiva Travel Trailer

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Will lift kit K71-725-02 fit a 2003 Coachman Captiva tbs-277

asked by: Kellly K

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As long as your 2003 Coachmen Captiva has #12 Torflex axles then the Torflex Lift Kit part # K71-725-02 will work well for you. If you have #11 Torflex axles then you will want to use part # K71-724-02 or part # K71-707-02 for #10 Torflex axles. These are the only size Torflex axles we have a lift kit available for at this time.

If you have a round trailer axles and you need to lift the trailer then you will want to use the Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit part # K71-384-00 for 2-3/8" diameter axles or part # K71-385-00 for 3" diameter axles. You will need one kit per axle. These axle flip kits will provide you with a lift equal to the diameter of your axle plus the height of your leaf spring pack.

Unfortunately, I was not able to find out which axles are on your trailer. It is pretty simply to tell if you have a round or torsion axle or not as a torsion axle will be square and a round axle will be, well round. However, in order to determine your axle capacity you will need to locate the VIN tag which is typically found on the trailer's frame near the tongue of the trailer.

I have attached a review video for each type of kit for you as well.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

It's interesting that you have a trailer with a 7,600 GVWR yet only 7k of axle capacity. I'd recommend going with a 4k or 5.2k as it's the more common capacity. Is the trailer sitting level? We don't have an extensive list of standard…

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For your horse trailer with Dexter Torflex 3500 lb axles, you will need the Torflex Lift Kit - Tandem Axle - 2-5/8" Lift #K71-707-02 along with two sets of the Dexter Axle Torflex #10 Axle Side-Mount Frame Installation Hardware Kit #DX54FR which…

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Answer 3

It is certainly possible for any axle to wear out enough over time to need replacing. Since the suspension is built into a torsion axle if the suspension part was to wear out pretty much the only solution would be to replace the axle. If the…

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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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Answer 6

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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Answer 7

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Choosing the right height setting for your 5th wheel hitch is a combination of a few different variables. First of all you want your towing setup to be as level as possible. With your Montana High Country 340BH level you will want to measure from the…

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Answer 9

Yes you are - all 5th wheel hitches are going to require some type of rails in order to be used. So you'd need #DM8552016-71 for your 2006 Dodge Ram.

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Answer 10

For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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Answer 11

Yes, we sure do! I recommend our own branded etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e79AR. This has the common 2" opening for many accessories and ball mounts. It is coated in our matte black finish so that it blends in well with the OEM appearance…

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Answer 12

Yes, I have listed for your below the roof rack systems from Rhino-Rack, Thule, and Yakima that will fit the RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Covers like part #RTT-80243 for your 2019 Ram 1500. Rhino-Rack Vortex Crossbar System part #RRVA180B-RRRLT600…

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