How to Raise a Trailer so it Will Tow Level on a Higher Truck

Updated 05/25/2018 | Published 05/24/2018

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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:

Hello, I have a 1999 skyline layton 216 LF, and I need to get another 2-2.5 inches of lift for it to sit level with my stock 2015 f350. I have searched your site and found this Triangular Equalizer for 1-3/4inch Double-Eye Springs - 6-1/16inch Long - 9/16inch Center Hole I was wondering if 1 this would work with my fifth wheel. 2 if this will give me at least 2inch of lift. And 3 if their was any other hardware i.e. new hangers bolts ect if I went this rout? Any feedback would be greatly approached! Thanks

asked by: Gene S

Expert Reply:

We do have options to raise your trailer but replacing your equalizers with taller ones isn't going to do it. All that's likely to do is throw off your suspension setup. If you replace your spring hangers you can raise the trailer, but this requires you to cut the hangers off and weld on the replacements.

A better option is an over-under kit. It's commonly known as "flipping the axles" and basically moves your springs from under the axles to over them. The only catch is this is going to raise your trailer more than you need; probably between 4 to 6 inches. If you're able to readjust your pin box after installing the over-under kit then this might be the way to go. Which kit you need depends on the diameter of your axles:

# K71-384-00 for 2-3/8 inch axles
# K71-385-00 for 3 inch axles

expert reply by: Charles S