Over Under Trailer Axle Kit Recommendation for Utility Trailer to Gain Extra Lift

Updated 08/27/2018 | Published 08/25/2018

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Question:

I have a single axle 10foot carry on brand utility trailer that I am trying to lift. Would this feasibly work to extend the leaf shackles? I cannot do a traditional axle flip because the axle is bowed.

asked by: Steve H

Expert Reply:

We have over under kits that allow you to move the axle to below the spring to give you additional height. The key is picking out the correct kit based on the diameter of your axles.

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.

expert reply by: Jameson C