Lift Kit for Trailer With Stealth Trailer that Has Tandem 3,500 lb Lippert Axles

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I have a 8.5x20 stealth trailer and I Believe they have a lipper tendem Suspension and I need to lift it a few inches 4-5 inches if possible, or what’s the highest lift for lipper tendem axles that you have? can you please help me with the kit or parts # so I can purchase it Please thanks

asked by: Isaac D

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Does you trailer have leaf springs or torsion springs if you look underneath it? Any idea what the axle capacity is?

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Isaac D.

8/28/2020

I have a 8.5x20 stealth trailer and I Believe they have a lipper tendem Suspension and I need to lift it a few inches 4-5 inches if possible, or what’s the highest lift for lipper tendem axles that you have? can you please help me with the kit or parts # so I can purchase it Please thanks

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Jameson C.

8/28/2020

Thanks for getting me that info! Based on that the correct lift kit you need is the Lippert Tandem Axle lift kit part # LC407131 that you referenced. This will give you a 2 inch lift for both axle.

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Answer 1

To lift your Little Guy 5 trailer, you will want to use the Dexter Axle Torflex Lift Kit - Single Axle #K71-707-01. This will lift your axle to give you an additional 2-5/8 inches of ground clearance on your trailer.

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Answer 2

The lift kits we carry fit with specific axles; the #K71-725-02 is a tandem axle application and will give a 3-1/8" lift and is compatible with side-mounted #12 Torflex axles with 5,500-7,000-lb capacities. If that is what your axle is, this kit…

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Answer 3

We have lift kits for trailer that easily add 2 inches to the height of the trailer. For that you'd want the part #RR23QX and you'd be set. I attached a picture that shows how it installs to give you an idea. This would be the easiest…

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Answer 4

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 5

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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You can use leaf springs that are rated higher than the axle without any issues as long as they measure the correct measurement for your trailer. For example the 6-leaf double eye spring for 7,000 lb axles part #e64SR measures 24-7/8" eye to…

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Answer 7

Hello David, The reason it’s $1000 more is because of the whopping 0.2 cu. ft. of extra space..... just kidding! The main difference comes down to the exterior and features. The #GE48FR has a sleek glass front that gives it a glossy, modern look,…

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Answer 8

Increasing the tire and wheel size can increase the height of the trailer but it's usually quite minimal. Before you do anything else you should see if the pin box can be adjusted. Although you have to be careful here since This will lower the…

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Answer 9

Yes, axle spread and wheel base by definition are the same measurements. You will measure from the center of one axle to the center of the 2nd axle to determine what you axle spread is. This may be difficult as some wheels and covers will make this…

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Answer 10

There is no exact way to determine the leaf spring length. The best way to determine the length for a replacement is by measuring the existing leaf springs. The hanger distance and shackle length can help you get a good idea, but you're looking…

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Answer 11

Hey Luis, We can answer both your questions in one as yes, you can change from the CRE3000 to AllTrek 4000, and it's definitely an upgrade worth making, as the AllTrek 4000 is better in a couple ways from the CRE3000. The first is the 4000 is…

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Answer 12

You are indeed right to think this way. When picking out the appropriate leaf springs for your custom built trailer you will want to choose them based on what the actual loaded weight of the trailer will be. Just make sure that the leaf springs have…

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