Switching from Standard Equalizers to Road Armor Kit and Recommended Shackles + Bushings

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I actually wanted the system with grease fitting on the bolts to keep everything well lubricated at all times. What kit would I need and what grease please?

asked by: MICHEL F

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You will be able to use the Road Armor Shock Absorbing Equalizers since they're fairly close in dimensions (6" wide x 3-1/4"). I recommend pairing these equalizers with the Never Fail Tandem Axle Suspension Kit # LC281285 which comes with 2 different lengths of shackle straps (3-1/2" and 4-3/8" bolt hole to bolt hole) to accommodate for the change in height, new bolts and bushings for your springs. One of the great things about this kit, aside from it being high quality and durable, is that the bushings require zero grease-so you won't need any for the installation of this kit. If you're going to reuse the bolts you currently have, it's recommended that you clean them off thoroughly since any grease could actually deteriorate the bushings prematurely.

expert reply by: Erik B

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Michel

10/1/2019

I actually wanted the system with grease fitting on the bolts to keep everything well lubricated at all times. What kit would I need and what grease please?

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Erik B.

10/1/2019

The beauty of the Never Fail system is that it is designed to work without grease, since the bolts are self lubricating and the bushings are designed to provide a much more durable solution than what you would normally use-normal suspension application grease would break down the bushings so that's why it's not recommended. With that being said, I understand wanting to do it this way to give you some peace of mind when it comes to making sure things are lubricated properly at all times. It's worth noting that most complete bolt/shackle/bushing systems come with equalizers included in the kit, so we would need to piece this together with some different parts. To start, you can use # TRSL350 for your 3-1/2" shackle straps and # 126B2 for bolts- I would recommend measuring your old bolts to make sure those are going to be long enough. You'll also need 1-3/4" long bushings similar to # D014-077-00 . The LubriMatic Moly EP Grease # LM54FR is recommended for use on all of the bushings.

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Answer 1

In regards to replacing or upgrading an equalizer like part #LC696740, you'll need to use one with the same or similar dimensions as the existing. The most important dimension is the distance between the lower two lowermost holes. If there…

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The hangers you currently have on your trailer are ones I have run into before. That being said, I spoke with MORryde and the #MR27ZR will still fit your trailer, but there is a modification that will need to be made. You’ll have to trim according…

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The MORryde SRE4000 kits like the #MR47ZR and the #MR97ZR typically will lift the trailer suspension about 3/4 to 1 inch. It varies for most people as we have found but I looked online and most people reported between 3/4 inch and 1 inch.

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Answer 4

You are correct. Since the Dexter E-Z Flex Equalizers you have on your 2021 Grand Design Reflection 337RLS measure 7-3/4" on center between the horizontal mounting holes, and the Road Armor Shock Absorbing Equalizer #LC696740 is only 6" as…

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Answer 5

I can help you figure out how to determine the best option for a wet bolt/shackle upgrade kit, though in order to determine the correct one you will need to take a quick measurement of the shackle straps on your Jayco Jay Flight. The reason for that…

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The Road Armor Shock Absorbing Equalizer Kit - Tandem Axle - Qty 2 #LC696740 will work well with your current shackle straps and won't have a big impact on ride height. The Road Armor equalizer will definitely have a positive impact on your ride…

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Answer 7

In order to raise a leaf sprung axle without changing the orientation of the axle tube in relation to the leaf spring pack, you really only have one option which is the Tandem Axle Lift Kit part #RR23QX and this provides 2-1/4" of lift unlike…

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We do offer upgraded shackle strap kits like the MORryde Suspension Upgrade Kit for Tandem Axle Trailers which are compatible with the Lippert Equa-Flex Equalizers. The part #MR46ZR is for 2-1/4" and the part #MR76ZR is for 3-1/8". These…

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The US Manufactured MORryde #MR76ZR Suspension Upgrade Kit for Tandem Axle Trailers is a perfect replacement for your existing bushings, bolts and shackles. The kit is designed for 1-3/4 inch wide leaf spring suspensions, and includes 3-1/8 inch…

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Answer 10

The Road Armor Shock Absorbing Equalizer Kit - Tandem Axle - Qty 2 #LC696740 measure 6 inches center on center. They can work for your 7 inch equalizer replacement, but you may need to replace shackle straps to make up any differences depending on…

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We've seen a lot of our neighbors raise their trailer considerably more than 1/2" without adversely affecting handling on their trailers; many of them use spacer blocks or axle flip kits to gain as much as 4 to 4-1/2" of additional…

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Answer 12

To replace the Equa-Flex Equalizers on your 2010 Montana Mountaineer you are going to want the MORryde Rubber Equalizers for Tandem Axle Trailers item #MR87ZR. These have nearly identical dimensions and will work great as both a replacement and an…

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