Replacement Leaf Springs and CRE3000 Equalizers for a 2012 Forest River Stealth Toy Hauler

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Trying to get the right parts together for an upgrade suspension on 2012 forest river stealth. would like to go up from 4k springs to 6k. our equalizers are EQ368. Would love to be able to have the ride from cre3000 but measurements arent the same.

asked by: Debbie G

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Expert Reply:

Thank you for the photo and dimensions of your 368 equalizer!

You can upgrade your leaf springs from 4K to 6K but just keep in mind that it will make the ride quality of your trailer a bit more stiff and the springs need to have the same length as your current springs. Measure from center eye to center eye without weight on your current springs (lift the trailer by the frame to do this) and then choose from the following:

25-1/4" Long
- 4K # e57SR (3-leaf)
- 6K # e34SR (5-leaf)

26" Long
- 4K # e22YR (4-leaf)
- 6K # e94SR (6-leaf)

Keep in mind that since the leaf spring stack is higher with the 6K options you'll need to swap out all of your leaf springs, and the center of gravity will be raised up that much as well.

For the equalizer you can definitely upgrade to the MORryde Rubber Equalizers for Tandem Axle Trailers # MR87ZR as it's designed for a 33" wheelbase and the dimensions of this equalizer is close enough to your 368 that it won't negatively affect your suspension.

If you need to upgrade your bolts and shackles as well then we have the following kits that you'll just have to match the length of your shackles to (center eye to center eye):

- 2-1/4" Shackles # MR46ZR
- 3-1/8" Shackles # MR76ZR

expert reply by: Jon G

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368 Equalizer Dimensions on 2012 Forest River Stealth Toy Hauler
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Answer 1

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 2

We probably have something that would work but I can't find any information on the part number you listed. I doubt somewhat that the number you listed is even a part number. If you can give me the dimensions of the spring, it's style (double…

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Answer 3

I do have a few easier options for you to determine the weight capacity of an axle other than using the bolt pattern or the number of lug nuts. The problem with using the bolt pattern to tell the axle capacity is that an axle may have the a bolt…

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Answer 4

The trailer will have a plate or sticker on it that will list 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 will list the weight capacity. You can…

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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

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 7

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 8

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 9

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 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

The hangers you currently have on your trailer are ones I have run into before. That being said, I spoke with MORryde and the #MR27ZR will still fit your trailer, but there is a modification that will need to be made. You’ll have to trim according to…

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Answer 12

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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