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Forum: Travel Trailer 11-26-2015, 04:59 PM
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Posted By hddecker
I think the kit Mike is referring to is this. ...

I think the kit Mike is referring to is this.

Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit Dexter Accessories and Parts K71-384-00...
Forum: Travel Trailer 11-26-2015, 04:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,978
Posted By hddecker
It might not be a problem in the lower 48, but I...

It might not be a problem in the lower 48, but I sure wouldn't want to be dragging a camper around Alaska with only 3/8" clearance between the axle and any part of the under carriage. To me anytime...
Forum: Travel Trailer 11-25-2015, 05:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,978
Posted By hddecker
Mike, I stand corrected, I have never seen...

Mike,

I stand corrected, I have never seen that kit before. I have seen some disasters, were guys thing they can jury rig something up. They weren't pretty when the axles decide to do something...
Forum: Travel Trailer 11-25-2015, 04:25 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,978
Posted By hddecker
Or you could just go look at a new one on the RV...

Or you could just go look at a new one on the RV stealership lot and see if it's the same.


Flipping axles is a very common thing, a lot of campers need that extra 3+" so the tail won't drag on...
Forum: Travel Trailer 11-25-2015, 02:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,978
Posted By hddecker
That sure sounds like they should have have used...

That sure sounds like they should have have used an axle hung under the springs.

Yes it can be "flipped", but what that really means is you have to weld on a set of spring saddles under the axle...
Forum: Travel Trailer 11-25-2015, 03:38 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,978
Posted By hddecker
Are your springs over or under the axle? ...

Are your springs over or under the axle?

Wouldn't surprise me if they installed the wrong axle or put a bigger tank than it's supposed to have. :eek:
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