EZ Flex Equalizer Kit Recommendation for 2011 Coachman Chaparral

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I want to replace my stock equalizers on my 2011 coachman Chaparral fifth wheel with the dexter ez flex. the space between my existing bolt holes is 8inch and my axel GAWR is 5200lbs. Would the heavy duty Dexter ez flex be the needed replacement? It stated in the video it is for axels up to 8k i believe.

asked by: Shawn

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Since the distance between your current equalizer bolt holes is 8 inches the correct EZ Flex system you need is the part # K71-653-00 that you referenced. This also can work on axles that are up to 8k in capacity like you said you have so it would work well in that regard as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Yes based your axle spacing of 35 inches the Dexter E-Z Flex Suspension Kit #K71-653-00 would fit and work well. It has an 8k capacity so it would work well with your 7k axles.

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Answer 2

I recommend upgrading to our Dexter E-Z Flex Equalizer #K71-655-00. The rubber core minimizes chucking (back-and-forth movement) and helps to absorb road shock. It is a vast improvement over the standard Equalizer #TREQE1. Be sure to check the…

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Answer 3

The equalizers in the E-Z Flex system #K71-653-00 are designed to fit in place of equalizers that measure 7-1/4 inches to 8-1/4 inches so they will still fit but might not provide as good of a ride as they possibly could if the axle spacing is in…

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The #K71-653-00 is for use with tandem 8k rated axles. It would have more than enough capacity for your trailer that weighs 11.5k as it would be rated for up to 16k based on the total axle capacities.

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The Dexter E-Z Flex Suspension Kit, #K71-653-00 is for tandem-axle trailers with 1-3/4" wide double-eye leaf springs and 8K axles. If your 2018 Heartland Torque 345 5th Wheel Toy Hauler has 8K tandem axles, then yes this will fit. The Dexter…

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E-Z Flex Heavy Duty Rubber Suspension System by Dexter Axle - 7-3/4" Equalizers Item #K71-653-00 will fit in place of equalizers that are 7-1/4 to 8-1/4 inches long and up to 8,000 pound axles. Based on the information you have provided on…

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I wouldn't get caught up in how the shackles are positioned while installing the Dexter E-Z Flex #K71-652-00. The shackles won't be hanging down like that when you put weight back on the axles and leaf springs. The fact that the angle was…

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Answer 8

In order to find if the Dexter E-Z Flex Suspension Kit #K71-653-00 is a fit for your 2016 Wilderness 2775RB you will need to measure your current shackles and equalizers. When choosing a suspension upgrade you want to select shackles of the same…

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Answer 9

The absolute best cushioned equalizer that fits the dimensions you mentioned having would be the MORryde ALLTREK 4000 part #MR89DR as this is only option to provide vertical and horizontal cushioning. This would make a big difference and you'd be…

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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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Thank you for providing the specs for the suspension components that you already have. Correct hanger spacing really depends on the components being used such as springs, hangers and equalizers. Most of the hanger spacing dimensions that we have are…

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I contacted MORryde and this does happen from time to time as the weight of the trailer can spread out the axles due to downward pressure on the springs/suspension. Odds are the 35" wheel base #MR27ZR will be the correct one for you, but they…

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