Recommended Lift Kit Compatible with Dexter Torflex Axles

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I have a 2012 Starcraft Comet single axle popup camper. The axle is a Dexter Torsion. Is this lift kit compatible? I believe the current setup is a 3.5inch plate. Thanks

asked by: Jim B

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The Torflex Lift Kit - Single Axle - 2-5/8" Lift # K71-707-01 is compatible with No. 10 Torflex axles with 2,300 to 4,000 lb capacities. The Torflex Lift Kit - Single Axle - 2-5/8" Lift # K71-723-01 is for No. 9 Torflex axles with a 2,000 lb capacity. These lift kits cannot be used with the 3 inch high profile brackets. I've attached a photo to help you determine if this is part of your system or not.

From what I can find online, you most likely have a No. 10 axle.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

The bolts in the Torflex Lift Kit - Single Axle - 2-5/8" Lift #K71-723-01, which fits #9 Torflex axles with a 2,000-lb capacity are 1/2"-13 Screw Hex Cap Bolts which are 1-1/4" long. I have added a link to a video review of this kit…

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Answer 2

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Since your 1998 Starcraft has 1,800 lb Torflex axles the lift kit you'd need is the #K71-723-01 which will give you a lift of 2-5/8 inches.

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I attached a picture that shows the dimensions of the Dexter lift kits #K71-723-01.

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Hi Michael; the Escape 17B uses a Dexter Torflex axle but you will have to identify which one. This can be found on the axle tag. Once you have identified the axle you can choose from the following: -Torflex Lift Kit #K71-723-01 (#9 Torflex with…

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I have a great alternative for you. I reached out to my tech at Dexter Axle with your provided serial number (thank you!). He confirmed that the Torflex Lift Kit - Single Axle - 2-5/8" Lift #K71-723-01 is not compatible with the specs on your…

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The lift kits we carry fit with specific axles; the #K71-725-02 is a tandem axle application and will give a 3-1/8" lift and is compatible with side-mounted #12 Torflex axles with 5,500-7,000-lb capacities. If that is what your axle is, this kit…

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