Dexter Trailer Suspension Kit Replacement Shackle Link with Bolts Review Video

It sounds like what you are lookin for is actually the replacement heavy duty shackle and bolt kit part #018-026-05 and the replacement shackle part #018-024-01. These are super thick at 1/2 inch and the correct length from bolt hole to bolt hole at…

When replacing shackle straps they should be the same length as the ones that were previously on your tandem axle trailer; replacing them with longer straps will result in additional play in your trailer suspension which could lead to additional wear…

The first thing I would check on your trailer is the capacity of the springs. You need to be sure the spring capacity is rated at 1/2 the axle capacity. That way 2 springs equal the capacity of the trailer axle for proper fit. Check the arch of the…

To slightly lower your trailer that has had an "axle flip" kit installed you would want to use slightly shorter shackle straps, not longer ones. Shorter shackles will let the axle rest closer to the trailer frame, which lowers the trailer…

The Locknut needed is 7/16 X 20 like the #006-092-01. This is a fit for the Replacement Shackle Link with Bolts for Dexter Trailer Suspension Kits #018-026-05 because the bolt tapers from 9/16 inches down to that 7/16 inches that is threaded.

There really are no drawbacks to adding a shock kit to your 2018 Grand Design Reflection 150 Series 220RK. I do like them as they will smooth out the ride and actually help with sway issues as well. There are a few options to choose from and though…

To upgrade the suspension bolts of your trailer to the greasible style you really just have to replace the bolts with wet bolts like the #34007-187-00. If you need nuts as well then you'd want the #1137306 as well.

The Optronics LED Trailer License Plate Light with Bracket #OPT97FR would normally be mounted to the surface of a trailer. The the only way to power this light using the Curt Auxiliary LED Indicator Lights #C53201 would be to splice into the running…

If you look on the frame of your trailer there should be a plate with the trailer VIN number and the axle capacities of the trailer. You will want to pick leaf springs that are as close to the axle capacity as possible. You will want to also measure…

Based on the current condition of your Dexter EZ Flex kit it's going to be the best solution to replace the entire kit with the part #K71-653-00. This comes with the two new equalizers you need, all new shackle straps, new bolts, nuts, and…

It sounds like the axles were attached with 2 inch U-bolts that are 1/2 inch diameter which are a standard size so it sounds like the axles are compatible with a standard U-bolt kit like the CE Smith U-Bolt Kit for Mounting 2" Square Trailer…

According to my LaSalle/Bristol representative, neither the valve size itself nor the spacing of the holes for the mounting hardware have changed over the years. The mounting holes are 3.73 inches apart center to center, which is right between 2-5/8…