Should Bump Stops be Added to a Trailer when Using and Over/Under Conversion Kit

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I am planning on installing a over under kit on my Starcraft AR-1 BH16 single axle to gain ground clearance. Should I install bump stops to prevent the highly unlikely possibility of the leaf spring compressing beyond their intended flex?

asked by: Mike K

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Your StarCraft trailer would have to be overloaded and/or you would have to hit a pretty severe bump for the leaf springs to deflect beyond what they are designed for. SInce there is a chance this could happen, albeit a small one, having some extra protection would not be a bad idea. You could use Timbren springs # TTRA1702.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

The amount of space needed is going to vary depending on the spring that you use. If you use the Timbren Trailer Suspension Enhancement System Light-Duty Trailers 1,000 lbs #TTRA1702, those springs are only 2-3/4" tall so you can get away with…

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Answer 2

The Timbren Trailer Suspension Enhancement System part #TTRA1032 is my recommendation for a set of bump stops or jounce bumpers for a Dexter 7K Axle. These Timbrens will do a great job of compensating for off-center loads, reduces body roll when…

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Answer 3

It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 4

Good question. Trailers that use dual tires on both sides of the same axle, so that a tandem axle trailer with two such axles has a total of 8 tires, will often have a lower per-tire rating for that dual-tire setup. In other words, the total capacity…

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For some reason, some manufacturers decided it was a good idea to remove the pin box number from the label... which means the only way to figure it out is by calling them with the serial number or measuring your pin box to determine the one that you…

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Answer 6

It does sound like you have found some clear damage to your 5th wheel trailer's leaf springs that will require attention. Uneven tire wear can be caused by a number of things - incorrect pressure, inadequate weight on the axle or a visibly…

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Answer 7

The shock mounts for trailer suspension are not available as replacement or independent parts. You would need to purchase kit #LC281255 or #LC281281. Another option that bolts to the frame of a 5th wheel are the Timbren Trailer Suspension Enhancement…

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Answer 8

The SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs #SSR-210-47 referenced in your question are actually jounce-style springs, not air bags, so they do not feature a valve that could be used to fill them with air. These are maintenance free springs that…

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Answer 9

Those are good questions, and let's go ahead and start with the correct helper springs; since you have axles that are just over 5,000 lbs you do want the heavier option: - SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs - 5K to 8K - Overslung #SS26MV As for…

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Answer 10

To lift your single axle trailer leaf springs from the bottom of your axle to the top of your axle to provide lift for the suspension you will need 2 new spring seats, 4 u-bolts, 8 nuts and 2 U-Bolt plates, see links. This is assuming that your…

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Answer 11

Instead of replacing your leaf springs, the best solution for the issue you are having bottoming out is the SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs #TSS-106-40. The reason is these will sit on the leaf spring and take the brunt of the capacity and cushion…

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Answer 12

If your trailer has 7 wires running all the way back to the brakes, then yes, you can tap into the existing wiring. Each of your new brakes will have two wires for the brake magnet. One wire is for 12 volt power to the brake magnets and the other…

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