Replacement Heavy Duty Shackle Straps for 2-1/4 inch Long Straps

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2017 Forrest River Sierra 384qbok I want to upgrade my shackle straps. I have the Lippert equal flex installed already. My springs are 1 3/4 and my shackle straps are 2 1/4 from center to center. Will this kit work? It looks like the # K71-448-00 are the same kit without the equalizers? Thanks for your help.

asked by: Kris A

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For heavy duty shackles straps for your Equa Flex setup that has 2-1/4 inch straps you'd want the part # 018-026-05 which is the thicker design but also is the correct length.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The thickness of the Shackle Strap #TRSL225 that you referenced 3/16 inches. The thickest shackle we offer in the length of 2-1/4 inches is the part #018-024-01 which is 1/2 inch thick. I know that sounds almost too thick to be true, but I've…

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Answer 2

It is possible that the Replacement Shackle Link with Bolts for Dexter Trailer Suspension Kits #018-026-05 but to confirm this you will need to remove one of your current shackle straps and measure the distance from center to center of the holes. The…

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Answer 3

It sounds like the Replacement Shackle Link with Bolts #018-026-05 that you referenced is what you are needing. It comes with the shackle and wet bolts that have a grease zerk fitting installed on them. This kit is compatible with the following heavy…

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Answer 4

The Locknut needed is 7/16 X 20 like the #006-092-01. This is a fit for the Replacement Shackle Link with Bolts for Dexter Trailer Suspension Kits #018-026-05 because the bolt tapers from 9/16 inches down to that 7/16 inches that is threaded.

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Answer 5

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 6

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…

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Answer 7

To find the load capacity for your axle you should look on the trailer VIN plate or sticker that lists the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that…

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Answer 8

For a single axle trailer, you want the shackle strap to be able to move so that you have the spring deflection needed for your suspension. Angled like the photo or even almost vertical is fine you just don't want the shackle strap to bind and…

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Answer 9

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…

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Answer 10

I contacted MORryde and this does happen from time to time as the weight of the trailer can spread out the axles due to downward pressure on the springs/suspension. Odds are the 35" wheel base #MR27ZR will be the correct one for you, but they…

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Answer 11

Well shackle length is mainly based on the height difference between the front and rear hangers. The rear hanger normally doesn't hang as low as the front so that the shackle can offset the difference and add the ability to move. What is the…

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Answer 12

Thank you for providing the specs for the suspension components that you already have. Correct hanger spacing really depends on the components being used such as springs, hangers and equalizers. Most of the hanger spacing dimensions that we have are…

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