Recommended Suspension Upgrade for 2017 Coachmen Chaparral 360IBL

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Hi there, We are looking at doing a suspension upgrade/replace on our 2017 Coachman Chapparal 360IBL with 7000lb dexter axles. I am looking to replace the ezflex, the shackles with a new wet bolt kit, and the springs on both axles. We put about 10,000 miles a year on the fifth wheel and want to do as much issue prevention as possible. What do you recommend? We also have a youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@OnTheMewve/featured and would like to do an install video for these components. Thanks for your help.

asked by: Kelli &

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The best available cushioned equalizers are the MORryde Rubber Equalizers for Tandem Axle Trailers, part # MR87ZR if you have a 33" wheelbase or part # MR27ZR if you have a 35" wheelbase. The reason that these are the best is that they provide the most amount of travel, 3". The travel is basically how much the rubber inside compresses and the more the rubber does compress, the better ride you'll get since the rubber absorbs road shock. The only other thing I recommend is a set of wet bolts and heavy duty shackles, the MORryde Suspension Upgrade Kit for Tandem Axle Trailers part # MR46ZR which also comes with bronze bushings.

In order to find the correct replacement leaf springs, you first need to start by noting the type whether that be slipper or double eye. Then, you'll need to measure their unloaded length via jacking up the trailer. If the springs are worn they will measure longer than their replacement. Please note, the number of leaves does not really denote capacity as leaves have different thicknesses. Once you have all this info you can choose the correct replacement from the list below. The springs should be replaced in pairs as well. The 4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 3,500-lb Trailer Axles part # e54SR is a pretty common replacement measuring 25-1/8".

Unfortunately, we have no way to look up leaf springs for any one particular trailer.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Thank you providing that measurement. Since you have a 33" wheelbase that is correct, you need the #MR87ZR. To choose the right MORryde Suspension Upgrade Kit you will also need to measure your shackle straps. If they measure 2-1/4" from…

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Before replacing the wet bolt I would make sure that the hole on the zerk fitting is pointed sideways, as that might be why it's not taking any grease. If you do need to replace the bolt you'll need a 9/16" bolt that's roughly…

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The Dexter Equalizers #K13-142-02 you have on your tandem axle travel trailer can absolutely be replaced with the MORryde 14-3/4" Shock Absorbing Equalizers for Tandem Axle Trailers w/ 42" Wheelbase - 8K #MR34AR you mentioned, as they are…

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You will need to use the Wet Equalizer Bolt with Locknut and Grease Zerk for Double-Eye Springs - 3" Long #126B2. Replacement bolts for the #MR46ZR are not available so this is the only option.

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Thank you so much for the purchases! To start, the answer to your first question is yes, all the bolts will indeed fit without any issue. Then as for additional bolts, there are no additional wet bolts needed or recommended to go along with the…

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You will need the MORryde Rubber Equalizers #MR87ZR for your 2017 Forest River Wildwood 201BHXL. This is their kit for tandem axle trailers with the axles offset 33". You will want to pair this with one of their shackle kits from the list below…

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My contact at Lippert tells me that the Road Armor cushioned equalizers for spread tandem axles aren't available, nor could they tell me when they would be. However, I do have good news for you. Lippert offers a different cushioned equalizer that…

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For your 2017 Coachmen 301 BLDS toy hauler with the 42" wide axle spread we have the Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers #LC314336 and MORryde 14-3/4" Shock Absorbing Equalizers #MR34AR. The Roadmaster Comfort Ride and Lippert Center Point…

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You can definitely swap out your Dexter Axle Curved Equalizer #K13-142-02 for the Lippert Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers #LC314336. There is about 1-1/4" difference in height between them but that's not enough of a difference to be worried…

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The Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers #LC314336 and MORryde 14-3/4" Shock Absorbing Equalizers #MR34AR are specifically designed for the 42" axle spread on your 2017 Jayco White Hawk RV. You would need the Lippert Tandem Axle Equa-Flex AP Kit…

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I recommend the Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers #LC314336 for your 2015 Coachmen Freedom Express 248RBS. This equalizer is 14-5/8" from bolt hole center to bolt hole center and will fit in place off your current equalizer. You are correct that…

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Thanks for the pictures! Since your current equalizer is 14-5/8" long the Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers - Double Eye Springs - Tandem Axle - 5.2K #LC314336 you were looking at will be an exact replacement. Based on the pictures it looks like…

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