Option to Raise Trailer That Has Leaf Spring Suspension

Question:

K71-725-02. Your description says dexter leaf spring lift kit. But the video says its for torsion #12 sidemount axles. Where are the dexter leaf spring spacers?

asked by: Dave W

Expert Reply:

I'm sorry but there are no Dexter leaf spring spacers, they do not make them. I'll give you an option to raise your trailer with leaf spring suspension though if you'd like to consider it, called an over/under kit. This moves your trailer's leaf springs to the top of your axle and lifts your trailer approximately the same amount as your axle's diameter plus the height of the leaf spring pack, and the correct kit depends on your axle diameter:

- 2-3/8" Round Axle: Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit # K71-384-00

- 3" Round Axle: Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit # K71-385-00

An axle which is 2-3/8" is commonly found on 3,500 lb axles while a 3" axle is commonly found on axles with ratings of 6,000 lbs to 7,200 lbs, which should help you determine which kit you need.

expert reply by: Kyle S