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• Determining If Equa-Flex Equalizers LC314336 Will Fit 2020 Coachmen Freedom Express 257 BHS
  Thanks for the pictures! Since your current equalizer is 14-5/8" long the Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers - Double Eye Springs - Tandem Axle - 5.2K # LC314336 you were looking at will be an exact replacement. Based on the pictures it looks like from the center of the upper hole to the center of the bottom hole is around 3", and from the center of the upper hole to the center of the bottom hole on the # LC314336 is 3-1/4" as shown in the included diagram, so it will work just fine. I included...
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• Wet Bolt Kit for Tandem Axle Trailer With Dexter Equalizer K13-142-02
  Hey Douglas! The best option for an upgrade is the MORryde Suspension Upgrade Kit for Tandem Axle Trailers. This comes with wet bolts, bronze bushings, and heavy duty shackle straps. Do you know the length of your current shackles? If they're 2-1/4" center hole to center hole you need # MR46ZR and for 3-1/8" # MR76ZR. Both kits are compatible with your Dexter # K13-142-02.
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• Can Longer Trailer Suspension Equalizer be Replaced with Shorter One
  Hey Steve, in order to replace your # K13-142-02 with the much shorter # K71-359-00 you'd have to go with a considerably longer leaf spring if available. What is length of your current spring and axle capacity? Is there a reason you want to go with this kit?
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• Replacement Suspension Components for Mallart M210RB
  Hey Mark, the etrailer leaf springs part # e88SR would be a great replacement for what you have as long as your axle capacity is 6k as that's what these are intended for. Some people will run a slightly higher leaf spring rating so if that's what you are wanting to do that is fine too. If you have a different axle rating just let me know and I'll make sure these are what you'd need. For a standard equalizer replacement you would want the part # K13-142-02 or for a cushioned set we have...
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• How to Choose Correct Replacement Leaf Springs and Equalizers for a 2021 Coachmen 259FKDS
  The determine the correct replacement leaf spring on your 2021 Coachmen 259FKDS you'll need to lift your trailer frame so the spring is hanging freely and then measure from center-eye to center-eye, then for the equalizer you need to measure center-eye to center-eye for the horizontal bolts and then from the center of the top eye to the centerline of the horizontal eyes. Be sure to also note your axle weight rating as well. I'm attaching dimensional photos from the Leaf Spring #e22YR...
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• Is There Cushioned Equalizer Available to Replace Curved Equalizer # K13-142-02
  Hey Harold, it sounds like you are looking for a cushioned equalizer to replace your # K13-142-02 which we do have with the MORryde # MR34AR. This is same dimensions and works with your wider 42 inch wheelbase. Are you looking for any other suspension components as well?
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• Can a Dexter Equalizer Replace a Lippert Equalizer?
  Hey Calvin! The Dexter Curved Equalizer # K13-142-02 looks like a good replacement for your Lippert EQ13-142-14.75x2.0x1.75 equalizer. Both use the same 13-142 design, with a length of approximately 14-3/4" and a height of 2", so I wouldn't expect you to need any modifications to your suspension setup. That said, I'd still recommend confirming the mounting hole sizes and spacing before ordering. You'll also want to inspect your existing bolts, bushings, and shackles for wear, since those...
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• Will the MORryde 14-3/4" Shock Absorbing Equalizers MR34AR Replace the Dexter 13-142 Equalizers?
  Hey Brent. The Dexter Equalizers item # K13-142-02 can definitely be replaced with the MORryde 14-3/4" Shock Absorbing Equalizers for Tandem Axle Trailers item # MR34AR. They are the exact same length at 14-3/4". The MORryde item # MR34AR will be slightly taller, but would only lift your trailer maybe 1/2" or so. As far as replacement shackle straps and wet bolts go. You will want to check the length of your shackle straps to find the correct upgrade kit. These are measured similarly to...
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• Suspension Upgrade Kit Recommendation for 2022 Heartland North Trail 21RBSS with Wide Traxx Setup
  Hey Kyle, thanks for reaching out! According to my research the Wide Traxx system on your 2022 Heartland North Trail 21RBSS is a standard kit that just uses wider equalizers similar to the 14-3/4" Long # K13-142-02. This spacing would give you a 42" wheelbase which is too much for one of the Roadmaster Comfort Ride kits, but it would work great with the Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers # LC314336 so that's what I recommend going with. Attached is an installation video for you to check out.
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• Is There An Upgraded Equalizer Option For My Current Dexter 13-142?
  Hey Frederick, Unfortunately the only equalizer we carry that is the same size as your current equalizer is the Dexter # K13-142-02. When replacing equalizers it is important that you get the same size as your original. If you wanted to upgrade to a different equalizer you would need to replace everything in your suspension, leaf springs, hangers, shackle straps in order for everything to fit properly. If you want to upgrade everything let me know and I get piece together a list for you.
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• Recommended Upgrade for 14-3/4" Long Curved Equalizer
  Hey Taylor, thanks for reaching out! To replace the 14-3/4" Long Curved Equalizer # K13-142-02 I recommend using the MORryde 14-3/4" Shock Absorbing Equalizers # MR34AR because it is really reliable and we've received great feedback from people who have used this (just check out our review section!).
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• Replacement Equalizer Needed for Dexter Axle Equalizer 13-142
  If you are simply needing to replace some worn equalizers then we actually do carry the part you are searching for. It is listed as part # K13-142-02 on our site and is a direct replacement for the 13-142 equalizer that you referenced. I confirmed this with my contact at Dexter Axle. If you are looking to upgrade your current equalizers then no, there is no equalizer upgrade we currently carry that will directly fit the large dimensions that you referenced. You would have to change out...
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• Upgrade for Dexter Curved Equalizer 13-142
  Yes, there is an upgrade for the Dexter Curved Equalizer part # K13-142-02 that you have on your trailer now and that is the Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers part # LC314336 which have a rubber core that minimizes back-and-forth movement in addition to helping absorb road shock. You can also add the Wet Equalizer Bolt part # 126B2 for an even greater upgrade to your existing suspension. I have attached review videos on both of the above items for you.
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• How to Get the Widest Spread Between Tandem Axles
  All of the full suspension kits we offer are going to give you U-Bolt distances between 29-1/2" and 34" but the real determining factor is with the length of your leaf springs, really. If you take a look at our Suspension Kit # APT5 it has both distances listed. If you're talking about a large equalizer then the largest we have is the Dexter Axle Curved Equalizer # K13-142-02. The best thing to do when replacing trailer suspension parts is to measure what you currently have and then replace...
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• Replacement Suspension Parts for 2015 Jayco White Hawk with Dexter Axles
  The largest equalizers we have are the 14-3/4-inch Dexter # K13-142-02 and the Lippert Equa-Flex cushioned equalizers # LC314336 that are 14-5/8-inches. These Lippert rubberized equalizers replace the standard equalizers on your tandem-axle trailer's double-eye leaf spring suspension. The rubber cores absorb road shock. Both of these feature a 9/16-inch center bolt hole. I linked for you our main page for trailer suspension parts including shackle straps and bolts as well as a helpful...
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• Recommended Lippert Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizer for 35 Inch On Center 3,500 lb Axles
  The Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers - Double Eye Springs - Tandem Axle - 3K to 6K # LC279687 is the correct equalizer for 33 inch or 35 inch spread. You will need to measure your current equalizer from center of hole to center of hole left to right. This system is 5-1/2 inches on center at rest. I've attached a video showing this equalizer on a 35 inch axle spread. If your system requires a wider equalizer measurement like # K13-142-02, the Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers - Double Eye...
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• Comparing MORryde Equalizers MR34AR and Roadmaster Comfort Ride Shocks For Tandem Axle TT
  The Dexter Equalizers # K13-142-02 you have on your tandem axle travel trailer can absolutely be replaced with the MORryde 14-3/4" Shock Absorbing Equalizers for Tandem Axle Trailers w/ 42" Wheelbase - 8K # MR34AR you mentioned, as they are the exact same length at 14-3/4". The MORryde # MR34AR will be slightly taller, but would only lift your trailer maybe 1/2" or so. A shock absorber kit and these equalizers do the same function, but a shock absorber kit is much more effective and would...
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• Replacement Equa-Flex Equalizer System for Dexter 013-142 Equalizers
  To replace your current Curved Equalizer for 1-3/4" Wide Double-Eye Spring - 14-3/4" Long - 9/16" Center Hole # K13-142-02 you can use the Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers - Double Eye Springs - Tandem Axle - 5.2K # LC314336. This cushioned equalizer is 14-5/8" long, so it will be the closest match to your existing equalizer and won't change the geometry of your system. If you also need new shackles and bolts I recommend using the Lippert Components Tandem Axle Equa-Flex AP Kit - Wet Bolts...
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• Can Equa-Flex Equalizer Replace Dexter Axle 13-142 Equalizer on a Heartland Wilderness
  You can definitely swap out your Dexter Axle Curved Equalizer # K13-142-02 for the Lippert Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers # LC314336. There is about 1-1/4" difference in height between them but that's not enough of a difference to be worried about. Attached is a review video for you to check out.
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• Recommended Heavier Duty Leaf Springs For 25 Trailer With Tandem 3500lb Axles
  We have exactly what you are looking for. Since your leaf springs are right around 25-1/4" long with no weight on the axle I recommend the 3-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 4,000-lb Trailer Axles # e57SR which will give you the extra support you are looking and will bolt right up to your trailer. For replacement U bolts you will need four of the # CE23002, and for new hardware for mounting the springs to the hangers we have the # 166081 which is a standard bolt and nut, or the # 126B2 which...
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• Upgraded Equalizer and Shackle Kit for a 2010 Bullet Premier Trailer
  We do have an upgraded equalizer for your Dexter Curved Equalizer item # K13-142-02. You will want the Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers item # LC314336. For upgraded shackles and wet bolts you will want the MORryde Suspension Upgrade Kit for Tandem Axle Trailers item # MR46ZR (2-1/4" shackles) or item # MR76ZR (3-1/8" shackles). These kits come with the bronze bushings, wet bolts and shackle straps. To find out what size springs you need for your 2010 Bullet Premier Trailer you will need...
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• Recommended 14-1/2" x 3" Tall Equalizer and Replacement Shackle Kit
  To replace your 14-1/2" x 3" tall equalizer you will want the Curved Equalizer for 1-3/4" Wide Double-Eye Spring item # K13-142-02. This equalizer is slightly larger at 14-3/4" but will still work for your trailer. For upgraded shackles and wet bolts you will want the MORryde Suspension Upgrade Kit for Tandem Axle Trailers item # MR46ZR (2-1/4" shackles) or item # MR76ZR (3-1/8" shackles). These kits come with the bronze bushings, wet bolts and shackle straps.
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