Recommendations For Raising A 2020 Dutchman 2503REF So It Will Sit More Level When Towing

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Hi I have a 2020 Dutchman 2503REF. Hooked up to 2018 Ram 2500 4x4. They are both stock. My companion hitch is adjusted to approx 6 inches to the top of bed. I drove my trailer up on 2 inch blocks and I still had rear , but was better than the current in level tow stance. Will the correct track work on my trailer? Can I use a road armor equalizer? I currently have 15 inch tires and wheels. Can I upgrade to 16 inch to increase height? I have about 5 inches above top of tire, increase in tire diameter should be okay?

asked by: Thom H

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You want to have at least 3 inches from the top of the tire to the bottom of the fender/wheel well, so upgrading to a 16" tire shouldn't be an issue in your case. Especially if you go with the Correct Track # RR23QX as well. This will add 1-1/4" to 2-1/4" of lift once installed and will definitely get you at a better level, but you will need one more single kit # LC87120 to cover all 6 hangers (two front, two middle, and two rear).

The Road Armor Shock Absorbing Equalizer Kit # LC696740 will definitely smooth out the ride as well, but you will need to measure your current equalizer to make sure this matches, or is very close to matching. I included a diagram with measurements for this as well. One add-on I tend to suggest with these is the Lippert AP Kit # LC52SV. This will include much more sturdy and heavy duty shackle straps that what comes included from the manufacturer.

expert reply by: Lazer S

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Road Armor Equalizer LC696740 Measurements
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Dexter Axle On A 2020 Dutchman 2503REF
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2020 Dutchman 2503REF and 2018 Ram 2500 - A
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2020 Dutchman 2503REF and 2018 Ram 2500 - B
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Answer 1

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 2

The trailer lift kit options really come down to the axle type and setup. For leaf spring axles, you can either flip the axles with a kit like part #K71-384-00 or part #K71-385-00 or you can raise the hangers/shackles with a kit like part #LC425750.…

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Answer 3

The Correct Track Trailer Alignment and Lift Kit - Single Axle, part #LC87120, will require you to add longer wet bolts where the equalizer attaches to the hanger extension. The bolts measure 9/16" in diameter and they are 4" length, so…

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Answer 4

I am happy to help! Starting with the two holes in the shorter hangers included in the Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for Double-Eye Springs - 2-1/2" Front/Rear, 4-1/2" Center #APT8 you were looking at. Those holes are not for bolting but…

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Answer 5

You can mount trailer axles above or below the leaf springs. The difference is just the amount of ground clearance that the trailer would end up having. The biggest advantage with the spring below the axle (trailer will be lower) is that you would…

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Answer 6

Yes, the Torflex Lift Kit #K71-725-02 is the correct one to use on your 5th wheel trailer with tandem #12 Dexter 7K Torflex axles. This kit will provide an additional 3-1/8 inches of rise and will help level out your trailer so it isn't nose…

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Answer 7

In order to determine if you will be able to tow level as is you will need to first level the trailer and then measure from the ground to the bottom of the skid plate on the pin box. Once this is done, you can then measure from the ground to the bed…

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Answer 8

The MORryde X-Factor Crossmember #MR99ZR is designed for LRE, RE, or TRE Leaf Spring Suspension systems so since you're using the Dexter E-Z Flex Suspension Kit #K71-653-00 you'll want to use the MORryde X-Factor Dropdown Crossmember #MR84AR…

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Answer 9

Great question! The Camco RV RAin Gutter Spouts with Extensions, #CAM42452 install easily on RV's with or without existing gutter spouts. According to the instructions, you will peel back the vinyl trim, remove the end screw for the gutter rail,…

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Answer 10

I contacted Lippert and the Road Armor Shock Absorbing Equalizer Kit part #LC696740 is compatible with the Lippert Components Correct Track Trailer Alignment and 2" Lift Kit part #LC87120. If you use the road armor equalizers you will not need…

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Answer 11

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 12

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…

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