Can Axles be Flipped on 2006 Viking Pop Up

Updated 01/04/2022 | Published 05/11/2017

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Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit

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Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit

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Question:

I am looking at a 2006 Viking popup. I think I need more ground clearance. Can I flip the axle on the model with one of your kits?

asked by: Ken

Expert Reply:

The diameter of your trailer axle will determine the size of the parts that you will need to order. If your axle is 3 inches diameter, the Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit, # K71-385-00, would be a great choice and if your axle is 2-3/8 inch diameter you could use the Over-Under Kit, # K71-384-00. These kits can be installed without welding but the manufacturer strongly recommends having the new spring seat tacked in place on the other side of the trailer axle.

Some refer to this process as "flipping the axles," but since axle has a slight bow to it you can't just flip them and reinstall them under the springs using the same spring seats. You have to install new spring seats on the opposite side of the axle so that it can be moved below the spring.

As long as your trailer matches the following three criteria an over-under kit would work well.

The trailer leaf spring stack is currently mounted under the axles
The trailer uses double-eye springs
And the trailer has 2-3/8 inch or 3 inch diameter round axles

If you cannot use an over/under conversion kit then the only other way to raise the height of the trailer is to have the old suspension hangers cut off and new, taller ones welded on by a qualified professional welder. I have included a link to the hanger main page for you.

expert reply by: Jameson C

B G.

11/10/2021

What size leaf spring pack do you sell for a 2006 Viking popup?

Les D.

11/12/2021

There is not a cross reference for trailers and their unique parts, but if you can tell me the measurement from eye center to eye center of your current leaf spring, and tell me the GVWR of your trailer (should be sticker somewhere) then I could recommend a replacement for you. Please take a look at the attached Q&A.

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B. G.

1/3/2022

@LesD My 2006 Viking Epic has a GVWR of 2680 lbs. If you could, please recommend the leaf springs closest to OEM. And, please recommend parts to 'flip' the axle, beefier springs and add clearance for bigger tires. Cheers.

Les D.

1/3/2022

@BG, we are getting closser. Now just need the measurement from eye center to eye center.