Suspension Won't Settle After Installing the Dexter Heavy Duty Suspension Kit

Question:

After installing Item # K71-359-00, the suspension wont return to normal ride height after jacking up one side, and releasing it. I have checked all hanger bolts, along with equalizer bolts, shackle bolts and everything is loose but tight. I have yet to grease all zerk fittings. Is it to normal for the suspension to be tight at first until the trailer is used and greased properly? I have all new springs, bushings, and of course suspension kit. All wet bolts. Thank you for the time.

asked by: Terry

Expert Reply:

This is a very common issue when installing the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers part # K71-359-00. What happens is that the shackle is likely flipped on one side. Typically what I do is hook it up and travel at about 5 mph and engage the brake controller if present. If no brake controller then place a short 4x4 in front of the tires and roll forward as they flex over it they will settle in.

This should be done after fully greasing the system.

expert reply by: Randy B