2019 Wildcat 290RL 5th Wheel Trailer Lift Kit

Question

Question:

I am needing to lift my trailer so I don’t have a rear drop. What part would I need to get to fix this issue?

asked by: Michael S

0

Expert Reply:

The Lippert tandem axle lift kit part # RR23QX that you referenced would be a great option to give your 2019 Wildcat 290RL 5th wheel a 2 inch lift.

expert reply by: Jameson C

0

Answer 1

It does sound like you have found some clear damage to your 5th wheel trailer's leaf springs that will require attention. Uneven tire wear can be caused by a number of things - incorrect pressure, inadequate weight on the axle or a visibly…

view full answer...

Answer 2

To correctly measure a leaf spring, you'll want to jack the trailer up on jack stands so the axle is hanging freely, then measure directly across from the center of one spring eye to the other, as shown in the provided diagram. The height of the…

view full answer...

Answer 3

I checked directly with Dexter, and from what I saw they have a measurement - taken from center of spring eye to center of spring eye - of 24.8", which is the same as our 24-7/8" measurement for the 7-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 8,000-lb…

view full answer...

Answer 4

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,…

view full answer...

Answer 5

When it comes to The 7-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 4,000-pound Trailer Axles - 24-7/8 inch Long #DX74XR it is rated for a 4,000 pound axle. Each spring has a 2,000 pound capacity. So two springs per axle will give you a 4,000 pound capacity. The…

view full answer...

Answer 6

I do not recommend using a leaf spring spacer (lift block) on your trailer. The reason for this is because they can cause the trailer to become extremely bouncy and rough which is just going to put more stress on your suspension and wear out the…

view full answer...

Answer 7

We have the Correct Track Lift Kit part #LC87120 that would work great for you. This is a single axle lift kit that would give you a lift of 2-1/4 inches.

view full answer...

Answer 8

If your 2021 Grand Design Solitude 375RES is loaded when you're taking that measurement then yes, that would be why you're seeing a difference in the length from what you're measuring and what we have listed for the 7-Leaf Double-Eye…

view full answer...

Answer 9

We recommend having at least 6 inches of clearance between the overhang of a 5th Wheel trailer and the top of the truck's bed rails. Maintaining this space can be a bit harder with a lifted truck but there are certainly ways to try and adjust for…

view full answer...

Answer 10

No, adding the Dexter Trailer Springs Over/Under Kit, #K71-384-00, will not impact the weight capacity of your trailer. If your axle is rated at, as an example, 3,500 lbs, then the axle will still be rated for that amount with the over/under kit…

view full answer...

Answer 11

To gain a bit more height on your 2016 Wildwood I recommend an over-under kit like part #K71-384-00. This kit is designed for a 2-3/8 inch axle like you said you have on your trailer. It would be easier to use a kit like this versus trying to buy all…

view full answer...

Answer 12

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

view full answer...