Trailer Lift Kit for my 2002 Towlite HiLo with Torsion Axles With 8 Mounting Centers

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Will this kit work for my 2002 towlite hilo? My axle is a Dexter axle p-12 model SLR, SN: 06919931. By the looks of it, it should work. The bolt holes are 8 inch on center.

asked by: Takoda

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Expert Reply:

Yes the Torflex Lift Kit - Tandem Axle part # K71-707-02 will give your trailer 2 5/8" of lift. It is designed specifically for the #10 Torflex application and includes all of the hardware you will need for your installation. The only stipulation is that it won't work with a top mount or 3" tall hanger but it appears you're in good shape.

expert reply by: Randy B

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Answer 1

Functionally they are the same as they have the same jaw design, but they do attach differently so they are not interchangeable. The Patriot head replacement is the part #BWRVC3200 and the Companion head replacement is #BWRVC3006.

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Answer 2

A larger tire size on your trailer in and of itself does not offer any advantages unless your existing tires are under-rated for their application, which would be unlikely in a stock tire. The overall diameter of a ST225/75/15 trailer tire is…

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Answer 3

The correct B&W Gooseneck Hitch for your 2022 Chevy Silverado 2500 is part #BWGNRK1020 whether you have the short or long bed. If you don't already have a 7-Way socket in the bed of your truck then I also recommend installing the Hopkins…

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Yes, the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch #BWGNRK1020 is specifically made to fit your new 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 with either a short (6.5 foot) or long (8 foot) bed so long as it's not already equipped with the OEM…

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Answer 5

You are correct that since your 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500 has the factory rail kit (puck system) you only need the hitch and nothing else as it will mount directly to those pucks. The sliding fifth wheel hitch I highly recommend is the B&W…

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Answer 6

You are right about the 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500 short bed being slightly longer than the 2016 models; according to Chevy, the 2020 short bed is 82.25 inches while the 2016 short bed is 78.9 inches. That isn't enough of a difference to negate…

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Answer 7

When moving the leaf spring stack above the axles using an over/under conversion kit #K71-385-00 there is the potential for more travel in the suspension. Double-eye springs are bolted on so excessive travel would not affect them like it would a…

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I have checked the installation instructions for the Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit #K71-385-00, and according to Dexter they strongly recommend tack welding the spring seats in place. Please note that this kit is intended for use…

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Answer 9

If possible, the best option for making an adjustment for your trailer is to see if the pin box can be adjusted to compensate for the difference in your truck height. You may be able to use the additional mounting locations to adjust the ride height…

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Answer 10

Since your trailer has already had the axles flipped for increase ride height I would be reluctant to recommend you lift the trailer any more. The higher the trailer sits the higher the center of gravity is and the more likely the trailer would be to…

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Answer 11

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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The Over-Under Conversion Kit you mentioned, part #K71-385-00 is compatible with a 3 inch diameter axle, and would work fine with a fifth wheel camper. For two axles, you would need two kits. Keep in mind that in raising the trailer, you will be…

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