Will the Roadmaster Comfort Ride Shock Absorbers for Tandem Axle Trailers Work with Underslung Axles

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I have a 2018 Grand Design 2800bh travel trailer with underslung axles. With this kit on my trailer?

asked by: Doug

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The Roadmaster Comfort Ride Shock Absorbers for Tandem Axle Trailers part # RM-2450 will work on trailers with underslung (axle above leaf spring) and overslung (axle under leaf springs) axles. There are instructions in the manual for both options so just make sure to follow the one you have and you'll be good.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

Some trailers do have shock absorbers; it isn't all that common but is gaining popularity, mostly among camping trailers. The main reason it's not too common is most people aren't worried about the ride being that smooth. Usually the…

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Answer 2

The Roadmaster Comfort Ride Leaf Spring Suspension Kits are not offered for 3,500 lb axles. That said, you can add the Roadmaster Comfort Ride Shock Absorbers part #RM-2450 which will fit and work to improve the ride quality of the trailer.

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Answer 3

I was able to determine that your Lippert axles are 3,500 lb capacity axles so the Roadmaster Comfort Ride Shock kit you'd want would be the part #RM-2450.

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Answer 4

To answer your first question, we have not changed the axle locations to the bottom of the axle set with the Roadmaster Comfort Ride Shock Absorbers for Tandem Axle Trailers #RM-2450. As for the potential ground clearance issues, it is important to…

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Answer 5

I do have an option for you but the Lippert Components Bolt-On Shock Kit like part #LC281281 is designed for use on overslung axles (leaf springs over axle) only. Therefore, it should not be used with the underslung (leaf springs under axle) axles…

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Answer 6

The Roadmaster Comfort Ride Shock Absorbers for Tandem Axle Trailers part #RM-2450 is designed for 3,500 lb, 2-3/8" diameter axles. It will work with both underslung and overslung axles. That said, if you have any sort of spacer installed…

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Answer 7

In the past we have determined that the Lippert 2,700 lb axle has a 2-3/8 inch outer diameter which means the Roadmaster Comfort Ride Shock Absorbers for Tandem Axle Trailers #RM-2450 that you referenced would fit and work great on your trailer.

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Answer 8

Hey Doug, thanks for reaching out! The MORryde ALLTREK 4000 #MR89DR dimensions can be a bit difficult to explain via text so I've attached an image giving you the dimensions you're asking about!

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Answer 9

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 10

The absolute best cushioned equalizer that fits the dimensions you mentioned having would be the MORryde ALLTREK 4000 part #MR89DR as this is only option to provide vertical and horizontal cushioning. This would make a big difference and you'd be…

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Answer 11

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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Answer 12

Yes, axle spread and wheel base by definition are the same measurements. You will measure from the center of one axle to the center of the 2nd axle to determine what you axle spread is. This may be difficult as some wheels and covers will make this…

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