Raising the Back of a Triple Axle Trailer to Tow it Level with a 2017 Ford F-350

Updated 05/08/2017 | Published 05/05/2017

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Question:

I have 2006 take3 51foot wedge trailer with triple 7k axels. Anyway I just upgraded to the 17 ford F350 and i had to raise the front of the hitch up a notch to get it 6inch off the bed. The trailer is no longer riding level. the rear of the trailer will need to be lifted up approx 3inch so I can let the wedge hitch back down to where it needs to be. What are your ideas? Considered tire size increase wont be enough or raising the suspension. Any ideas would be appreciated.

asked by: Dax

Expert Reply:

There are a couple of ways to get your trailer level when towed with your new 2017 Ford F-350. One is to adjust the coupler but since you mentioned having to adjust it already in order to get the right amount of space above the bed sides the remaining option is to raise the back end to match the front end.

There are a couple of ways to raise the back of a trailer. First, if the axle tubes are 3 inches in diameter and they are currently mounted above the leaf spring stacks (double-eye only) you could use 3 over under conversion kits, # K71-385-00, to move the axles below the leaf spring stacks.

If the axles are not 3 inches or the leaf spring stacks are already on top of the axles (or if they are not double-eye leaf springs) then the only other option is to use taller suspension hangers. I have included a link to our hanger main page for you.

expert reply by: Michael H