Replacement Shock Absorber for Roadmaster Comfort Ride Trailer Suspension System - Qty 1

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by: Stanley 11/11/2020

Because of Covid, I have not been able to use my RV since.910795

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by: Mark John07/28/2023

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1. The impression from "people" was usually "why shocks on a camper", which I would answer "why shocks on your car".
2. The ride was much better; as you may imagine driving your car without shocks. And the sway was minimized & the braking effectiveness increase.
3. We've sold that RV and on our new one already planning the install; and including the wet bolts and mod on the leaf-spring hangers.1634672

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by: Roger07/17/2023

Installed a year ago, I made a drilling template to help locate the frame mounting bracket screw holes. Installed a set on (2) fivers, spent average of 2.5 hours for total installation per fiver. Helped the ride of the trailer. Would certainly recommend the shock kit.1625298

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by: Ben08/09/2023

This is a great kit! Everything needed is included. Be sure to purchase the heavy duty wet bolt kit for the shackles.1642029

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Great addition to my camper. After being frustrated with broken leaf springs, stuff broken in the camper and being jarred from pot holes, I installed these shocks to help the ride. Easy to install (just takes time) and a great addition.1365127

After a year of use and many miles of road travel, these are one of the best upgrades I put on my 5th wheel camper. Thing in the camper stay put and no more being bounced all over the place.

Greg - 08/20/2023

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@Greg We're happy to hear that!

-- Mike L - 9/13/2023

Great kit, really beefy high quality components, nice powder coating. Because my axles are above the leaf springs which I believe is relatively rare, the kit needed some modification, not too bad if you're handy and have additional tools. This kit is a no brainer for axles underneath leaf springs, pretty much bolt on from seeing the eTrailer videos, dramatically improved ride quality on my 20 mile test drive, looking forward to our next trip.1462390

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I’m impressed with the product, the plates and brackets are well machined and finished…it was extremely difficult drilling the holes for the upper shock mount…the spring equalizer was directly under the holes to be drilled…maybe it’s my model of trailer that is making it hard…2012 27’ Keystone Cougar..1665306

by: Dan07/13/2023

I had installed this same kit several years ago on my fifth wheel camper. Recently I had to travel on a very wash boarded road near St George, Colorado. I had 2 of these shock units fail so I order the new one since they worked so well for so long. To my amazement the new rendition of the shock absorber system had been completely redesigned a greatly beefed up. I do believe that these newly designed units would have held up against the rigor of the road I had to travel. I'm very satisfied with them. In addition I'd like to say that other than having to work under the trailer to do the installation it is a very easy job to do, just follow the instruction and do one wheel at a time.1622902

by: Brandon 07/30/2023

We live in our RV full time, Montana 3820 FKS, so I had to do the install while staying at a campground. I was able to get it all done over the course of a couple days without too much trouble. If you have an average mechanical skill you should be able to tackle the job no prob. Overall the ride has improved significantly over the stock suspension. I also had all the wheels balanced which takes some of the vibration out as well.1635388

Install wasn’t bad. Grand design welds a V bracket inside the spring hangers for more strength so that was my only challenge on install. This caused a problem on the center hanger as the spacer wouldn’t fit. Had to grind about a quarter inch off the spacer so it would fit as I could only bend the bottom of the hangers so much. Will be towing about 100 miles this weekend so it will be nice to hopefully not have broken drawers in the back of the trailer as well as shelves in the fridge door dislodged. I also did the X factor cross braces on the front and rear hangers for more strength. Will post back after we get more miles on it, but given all the other positive reviews I don’t think I’ll be unhappy.1438060

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by: Bruce H.04/10/2020

OMG! After having the trailer bottom out on the stock springs while traversing a RR crossing, this system has proven to be amazing. Returning from a VA campground I crossed multiple RR crossings and traveled some rough pavement. I found I had left a bottle of shower soap on the ledge in the shower! It was still there when I set up in my yard. Not possible with the stock suspension!777008

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This was the best thing I could have done to make the 5th wheel experience a good one. Prior to installing failing to properly secure things in the trailer would not end well. After the install, items remained where they were last placed.

Bruce H - 04/11/2021

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by: Dave. H08/01/2020

Along with the new springs....everything works as advertised. Well satisfied. No complaints.
I had to modify the one set of shock brackets to fit, as I have raised the trailer 5 inches
to match up with the 4 inch raised truck.
Otherwise...no swaying....no bouncing........no problems.
Thanks etrailer for your help.854164

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Great. On a 32 ft. WildCat fifth wheel..No problems. In the driveway, I installed the Shock system, heavier springs. I had to modify the shock-to-frame brackets, as the trailer has been raised 5 inches. Along with the MorRyde Stabilizers the trailer tows like a dream. Be sure to have the wet bolt grease nipples pointing out to the side of the unit for easier access. Next project will be to replace the scary Magnetic Brakes with a hydraulic system. Thanks etrailer. Kudos to your wonderful support crew. It was just like calling my buddy next door.

Delta D - 08/02/2021

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by: Randy05/29/2022

One of the best things I’ve installed on my travel trailer. They smoothed out the ride and removed the sway from my trailer. Every travel trailer made should have these installed on them at the factory.1306499

Still working great, still have a smooth ride with no sway. Love it!

Randy - 06/25/2023

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by: Matt06/10/2022

Excellent product! Absolutely TRANSFORMED my towing experience! Installed on a 2017 Open Range 310BHS travel trailer. Approximately #10,500 loaded. Trailer doesnt bounce or jolt over the road. Ride is substantially bettter. System is tough, thick, and seems it will last. Instructions are pretty clear, and all tooling neede is pretty basic. I reccommend a digital inclinometer to be able to set your shock angles precisely. They're cheap on [online]. I reccommend this kit to every single person who has the same bouncing issue. Could not be happier with the purchase!1311084

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by: Douglas07/07/2022

The Roadmaster Comfort Ride Shock Absorber kit on our Forest River Surveyor travel trailer was a great upgrade on our travels on rural highways and areas with wind. On our trip last fall from the Oregon Coast to Northern Idaho was a good test of this system and made for more relaxed driving! Should be installed at the factory!1321366

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by: Tom 08/06/2023

Can definitely tell a difference in both movement of items in trailer as well as a much smoother ride transmitted to truck. I highly recommend this upgrade to any large fifth wheel.1640369

Installation went well, product fits perfectly. Test drove 5th wheel after install, it's absolutely a game changer! Love it!1646684

Put a set on a 35’ Open Range Light 5th wheel and greatly improved the towing experience and putting a second set on 41’Montana with hopes of the same results. Easy to install just give yourself plenty of time.1637415

by: Joseph 05/25/2023

What a great product. The difference it made in our ride was outstanding. You almost forget you are towing a 35 ft 5th wheel behind you. We travel from West coast to East coast over all type roads and this product made such a difference. Sorry we didn't have it installed sooner. Definitely made a differance and would highly recommend to all Rv owners.1586542

Instructions where easy to follow and install went without incident. Only took the trailer for a short test drive after install so can't determine if trailer is riding better of rough roads.1465777

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This product is exactly what I was looking for and thanks to “etrailer” they assisted me in getting the right product for my specific application. Thank you all for your help and great customer service and support over the many years.1308235

The shock absorber kit continues to work perfectly as expected. They are certainly a must for anyone who travels a lot and desires a more comfortable ride in their RV trailer or 5th wheel. Our dishes and doors continue to remain intact and secure after installing this shock absorber kit. Certainly an improvement over the standard OEM design which is ignored most likely as a cost saving measure?

Dean - 06/04/2023

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So far so good on my 2015 Open Range 3X427BHS!

Overall, the old suspension system was just rusted and worn out and the tires were a maximum of 1" apart, which made me really nervous while pulling. It was tough to remove, but nothing a little WD-40 and some praying couldn't fix!

Installation was pretty straight forward using the included directions and [online video] University. Looking forward to seeing how it rides this weekend on our next trip.1090867

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