Trailer Suspension Hanger Kit with the Most Lift for Tire Clearance Under the Trailer Bed

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HiI need the most lift so tires can be under trailer bed. Which tandem kit will give me the most tire clearance. Also, any spring over information u may have would be appreciated? Thanks

asked by: Barry

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The # APT4 Tandem-Axle Hanger Kit will provide about 4 inches of clearance from the center of the trailer axle to the bottom of the trailer frame, with no load on the axle. This is assuming that your axle tube is 3 inches diameter. If your axle tube is smaller the height will be sightly less. The curve of the springs you select will have some affect also.

I would recommend that you go with the APT5 hanger kit because all of the hangers are the same height and it will make it easier to adjust the height of your trailer bed. This kit will give you about 4-1/2 inches from the center of the trailer axle to the bottom of the trailer frame, with no load on the axle.

If you need to mount your springs on top of the axle, you will need to install a spring seat on the opposite side of the axle, if there is already a spring seat welded to the axle. I have a drawing, see link, that shows how mounting the springs is normally accomplished. You will need to make sure that the bend in the axle is bowed up in the center.

If you have a 3 inch diameter axle that has spring seats welded in the under mount position, you can use the Over-Under Conversion Kit, # K71-385-00, to install the springs on top of the axle.

expert reply by: Robert G

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Scottie H.

3/30/2013

I have a 34 Continental Cargo triple torsion axle race trailer with a bathroom package. I am looking to lift it due to scrubbing and damaging the plumbing clean out lines on the underside of the trailer. What do you suggest for this?

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Patrick B.

4/18/2013

There is not a whole lot of room for adjusting height with torsion axle trailers. One option is too check to see if you can use larger diameter wheels and tires. You would need to make sure you have the extra space under the fenders to fit them without rubbing. Also note that anything done to increase height can change the behavior of the trailer behind the tow vehicle. Beyond that, with torsion axles, I would strongly suggest contacting the trailer manufacturer to see what can be safely done to prevent damage to the underside due to clearance.

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Answer 1

If a trailer tire and wheel each have different weight capacities then the lower-rated item of the two determines the overall capacity of the combination. You can certainly run a tire with a lower or higher weight rating than the wheel its used on…

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Answer 2

Based on the information you have given me, I recommend the 3-Leaf Double-Eye Spring #e57SR. This spring is 25-1/4" long and 1-3/4" wide with 3 leaves. Keep in mind, when measuring your current leaf springs you need to account for…

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Answer 3

Ways to raise the height of a trailer for better ground clearance include using larger wheels/tires and installing an axle over-under kit that reverses the placement of the springs and axle. An axle over-under kit (we offer two) will give you a…

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Answer 4

It'll depend on how much fender/frame clearance you currently have. Going with a larger tire such as the ST235/75-15 #WST54FR tire would increase the tire diameter by about 2 inches and the width by about an inch. This will move the top of…

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Answer 5

The Andersen Ultimate Connection 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch System with Adapter #AM3200 is 24 inches long by 24 inches wide and will sit 12.5 inches above the bed rails. When you add the hitch ball, it will be 15.75 inches, 16.875 inches, or 18 inches…

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Answer 6

Yes, the temperatures you mentioned are normal. If you were getting over 200 degrees that would be a bad sign. But typically if all of the hubs are the same temperature you're good and it's only really an issue if one of the hubs is…

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Answer 7

You can use leaf springs that are rated higher than the axle without any issues as long as they measure the correct measurement for your trailer. For example the 6-leaf double eye spring for 7,000 lb axles part #e64SR measures 24-7/8" eye…

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Answer 8

The longest shackle strap we offer is part #TRSL313 which measures 3-1/8" long center to center. In order to replace all of these on a tandem axle trailer you would need eight of them. However, as previously mentioned this will not raise…

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Answer 9

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…

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Answer 10

Since you've got an aluminum frame trailer, I understand why you're looking for a bolt on solution. The only available bolt on hangers we have available would be the #CE14017G and #CE14016G but they are designed for slipper springs…

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Answer 11

When using an over/under conversion kit such as #K71-384-00 to add ground clearance to a trailer the amount of height gained will the diameter of the axle plus the thickness of the leaf spring stack at the axle. So for example if your axle is 2-3/8…

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Answer 12

The difference in heat would lead one to believe that there is more friction on the rear #8-288-3UC1 hubs that could be caused by some worn out bearings. Periodically inspecting these parts is never a bad idea and will help reduce the chances of a…

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