Which Replacement Equalizer and Shackles for 2004 Carson Dump Trailer with Axles 34" Apart

Question:

My equalizer is 6-1/8" wide. Is there a kit for this?

asked by: Gary B

Helpful Expert Reply:

In addition to the axle spacing, the best way to choose the appropriate equalizer replacement is by measuring how wide your current equalizer is when measured between the two side bolt holes, center on center; as long as you keep everything relatively close in length compared to the old parts, the geometry of your suspension system won't be thrown off.

As long as your existing equalizer is 5-3/4" wide and your shackle straps are 2-1/4" long from bolt eye center to bolt eye center then the # AP233 will work just fine on your 2004 Carson dump trailer with axles spaced 33" to 34" apart.

If you find that you've got different sized equalizers and shackle straps, let me know what size and I'm happy to help you locate the appropriate parts.

expert reply by: Erik B

Gary

8/19/2021

My equalizer is 6-1/8" wide. Is there a kit for this?

Erik B.

8/19/2021

There's not a complete kit with a 6-1/8" wide equalizer, but we can piece together the same type of kit for your trailer that's similar to the # AP233 you were looking at, that will be a better fit. I recommend starting with the Curved Equalizer for 1-3/4" Wide Double-Eye Springs - 6-1/8" Long - 9/16" Center Hole # TREQ356, which will be the same width as your old equalizer. Then, for the shackles and bolts I recommend using the MORryde Suspension Upgrade Kit for Tandem Axle Trailers - 2-1/4" Long Shackle Straps # MR46ZR which has 2-1/4" shackles (eye bolt to eye bolt) and comes with wet bolts to keep everything lubricated, and bronze bushings. If you wanted just basic bolts then you could use the Shackle Bolt with Locknut for Double-Eye Springs - 3" Long # 166081, which are sold individually. You'll then add some Nylon Bushings - 9/16" Inner Diameter, 3/4" Outer Diameter - 1-3/4" Long - Qty 6 # SP05-060 and shackles # LC122487 to complete your kit.