Best Way to Lift Tandem Axle Trailer Suspension 2 inches

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I have a 2019 NoBO 23foot I would like to run a taller /wider tire or lift the suspension 2inch to level with my truck. But dont want it to be unstable going down the road any suggestions would be appreciated. Using a 2019 GMC 2500

asked by: Troy S

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The best solution to lift a tandem axle trailer like yours 2 inches is the 2 inch lift for tandem axles from Lift Kit # RR23QX. This attaches to the suspension hangers and gives you a safe and very stable 2 inch lift like you are needing!

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Yes, going from a 4 leaf to a 6 leaf spring would add slightly to your ride height. For example, if the current 4 leaf spring has 3/8" thick leaves, and you go to a 6 leaf spring with 3/8" thick leaves, you would be adding…

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Answer 2

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 the…

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Answer 3

What you need is the Correct Track tandem lift kit part #RR23QX which will give your current suspension setup a lift of up to 2-1/4 inches. Aside from that there isn't a way to gain additional height from the trailer.

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Answer 4

We have heard of people using spacer blocks to raise the height of their trailer along with the over-under conversion kit you referenced or the Tandem Axle Lift Kit #RR23QX and everything seemed to work okay so I would say you can use it to raise the…

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Answer 5

For a tandem axle trailer like your Crusader Fifth wheel 28RL we have the Correct Track Tandem Axle lift kit part #RR23QX which will give you a lift of 2-1/4 inches and would help level your trailer like you are wanting. A lift like this is…

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Answer 6

What causes the equalizers of the trailer suspension to not sit level can be caused by a few things. Typically it's just a trailer not sitting perfectly level which can easily be leveled by lowering or raising nose of trailer. Or it can be that…

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Answer 7

The Correct Track Trailer Alignment and Lift Kit #RR23QX for a tandem axle trailer does not require drilling to install it on your 2017 Jayco Eagle HT 28.5 RSTS. I have included an image from the instructions that shows how the top bolt will hold the…

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Answer 8

The first and easiest thing you should check is that the trailer is being towed level. If the trailer is nose high or low that can cause the equalizers to not sit level. You will need to select the correct rise/drop ball mount so that the trailer…

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Answer 9

Usually, you do not put shackle straps on the the front and back. One end the the spring should be suspended from a hanger. The reason that shackle straps are needed is to compensate for the extra drop of something like an equalizer or shorter hanger…

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Answer 10

I attached a picture that shows the proper position of shackles and equalizers on trailer suspension. Sometimes the shackle will flip up but if you jack up the trailer by the axle that's got the shackle flipped you can usually get it to flip back…

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Answer 11

A 7,000 lb trailer spring can be used on a 6k rated axle but you should note that this will not give you more capacity. A trailer setup is only rated as high as it's weakest component. So while you may have 7k of spring rating with the #e64SR,…

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Answer 12

We don't have any way of knowing the length of leaf spring on any trailer, so to determine if the 7,000 lb #e64SR is correct, you'll need to measure yours from center eye to center eye. When doing that, keep in mind that leaf springs flatten…

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