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Forum: Toy Hauler 01-06-2015, 12:53 AM
Replies: 59
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Posted By Moto4play
I thought about doing the same to preserve tires...

I thought about doing the same to preserve tires and reduce the stress on the tires. Interested on how it works and how easy it is to install.
Forum: Toy Hauler 12-29-2014, 01:38 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,468
Posted By Moto4play
The first shackles I received were longer and yes...

The first shackles I received were longer and yes you are figuring it right. The longer the shackle the lower the ride height. I swapped the longer shackles for the correct length Heavy duty...
Forum: Toy Hauler 12-28-2014, 07:24 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,468
Posted By Moto4play
The only thing would be the brass bushings in the...

The only thing would be the brass bushings in the Equa-Flex and the larger connection that requires the 3 3/4" bolt.

Otherwise it is pretty strait forward.
Forum: Toy Hauler 12-28-2014, 02:21 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,468
Posted By Moto4play
Never fail bushings are a nylon not the Bronze....

Never fail bushings are a nylon not the Bronze. All connections of the Equa-Flex already have the bronze bushings but no lube.
Forum: Toy Hauler 12-28-2014, 02:19 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,468
Posted By Moto4play
Okay, here is a photo of the short bolt (all long...

Okay, here is a photo of the short bolt (all long bolts are installed). As I said earlier I have two extra short bolts. The long bolt measured from the same point it 3 1/2" long to the end of the...
Forum: Toy Hauler 12-28-2014, 01:12 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,468
Posted By Moto4play
I ordered the kit they told me that i needed and...

I ordered the kit they told me that i needed and it came with the longer doubled shackles. Then when actually completed one side I figured out that I needed two extra long bolts then what they sent...
Forum: Toy Hauler 12-27-2014, 09:38 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,468
Posted By Moto4play
You will also need two extra long bolts, total of...

You will also need two extra long bolts, total of 14 long bolts and 16 short bolts. There is one link on both sides that require a long bolt that does not use the shackles. It is off one of the...
Forum: Toy Hauler 12-27-2014, 02:15 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,468
Posted By Moto4play
Sorry for the delay, here are a few pics. The...

Sorry for the delay, here are a few pics. The measurement is center to center of the bolt holes.
Forum: Toy Hauler 12-17-2014, 09:59 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,468
Posted By Moto4play
The Equa-Flex had the same bolts as all other...

The Equa-Flex had the same bolts as all other linkage. I know there web site shows the wet bolts with the Equa-Flex but that was not the case on mine and probably everyone else's. They do have the...
Forum: Toy Hauler 12-14-2014, 07:43 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,468
Posted By Moto4play
I finished with one side. Also adjusted the...

I finished with one side. Also adjusted the Brakes which were much needed. And greased the Wheel bearings, they were lightly greased from the manufacture. Surprised how worn the breaks are already....
Forum: Toy Hauler 12-07-2014, 10:38 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,468
Posted By Moto4play
I received the new shackles from Lippert earlier...

I received the new shackles from Lippert earlier this week. They are the right length this time and the heavy duty style. They look good and as soon as we have a decent day outside I'll get them...
Forum: Toy Hauler 12-01-2014, 08:24 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,468
Posted By Moto4play
Actually if you look at the shackles, they are...

Actually if you look at the shackles, they are keeping the leaf springs above the Equa-Flex. This would cause the Equa-Flex to ride lower which in return would bring the frame down and the leaf...
Forum: Toy Hauler 11-30-2014, 04:33 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,468
Posted By Moto4play
Would like to find out the affects of going from...

Would like to find out the affects of going from a 2 1/4" shackle to a 3 1/8". According to LCI this is the kit I need.
Forum: Toy Hauler 11-30-2014, 02:10 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,468
Posted By Moto4play
So far I am. I have removed one wheel and can do...

So far I am. I have removed one wheel and can do most of it like that, lifted wheels off the ground and then brought the trailer down to rest the axel on a jack stand. Only did it this way to verify...
Forum: Toy Hauler 11-30-2014, 02:58 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,468
Posted By Moto4play
Sorry, the Pictures I posted earlier with...

Sorry, the Pictures I posted earlier with comparing the old to the new. The shackles are doubled, thought they were only a single shackle on either side. See the last pic posted comparing old and...
Forum: Toy Hauler 11-29-2014, 07:18 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,468
Posted By Moto4play
Well, I was wrong. The new shackles are doubled...

Well, I was wrong. The new shackles are doubled and they supplied longer bolts. Big difference!!
Forum: Toy Hauler 11-29-2014, 02:58 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,468
Posted By Moto4play
Here is the difference between the old bolts and...

Here is the difference between the old bolts and the new Wet bolts. There is a difference in the length and thickness of the shackle. You can see where heat has started affecting the original...
Forum: Toy Hauler 11-29-2014, 11:38 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,468
Posted By Moto4play
Whether you use wet bolts or Never Fail bushings,...

Whether you use wet bolts or Never Fail bushings, you need to check and most likely replace the cheap plastic bushings the Manufactures are using. Most are finding damage in as little as 1000 miles....
Forum: Toy Hauler 11-25-2014, 01:40 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,468
Posted By Moto4play
Just ordered mine and the total came out to...

Just ordered mine and the total came out to $157.29 with shipping. Wet Bolts and Nuts were a little less than what they specified.
Forum: Toy Hauler 11-25-2014, 12:13 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,468
Posted By Moto4play
Okay, I have been emailing back and forth with...

Okay, I have been emailing back and forth with LCI Components today and this is what they said.

This is the kit needed to replace the bolts and shackles 160951 cost $107.24

For the Bolts part...
Forum: Toy Hauler 11-24-2014, 01:03 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 17,468
Posted By Moto4play
Wet Bolts Voltage 3950

I have seen the posts about replacing the bushings with "Never Fail Bushings" but I am not finding much about going to wet bolts.

I want to replace all 22 bolts with wet bolts and heavier...
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