Limited Tire Clearance with Stock Tire Size on a 2006 Forest River Cherokee 27Q

Published 10/03/2018

Products Featured in This Question

Adco Ultra Tyre Gard RV Tire Covers for 27" to 29" Tires - Single Axle - Black - Qty 2

(863)

$34.49

Replacement Shackle Strap - 2-5/8" Long

(547)

$6.01

Wet Equalizer Bolt with Locknut and Grease Zerk for Double-Eye Springs - 3" Long

(748)

$9.58

Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for Double-Eye Springs - 1-1/2" Front/Rear, 2-1/2" Center

(680)

$68.25

3-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 4,000-lb Trailer Axles - 25-1/4" Long

(2043)

$41.66

Dexter E-Z Flex Suspension Kit - Double-Eye Springs - Tandem Axle - 6,000 lbs

(579)

$350.21

Curved Equalizer for 1-3/4" Wide Double-Eye Springs - 6-1/8" Long - 9/16" Center Hole

(391)

$38.60

Shackle Strap - 3-1/8" Long

(547)

$6.80

Question:

I would like to replace the shackle straps and bolts as well.

asked by: William

Helpful Expert Reply:

We recommend having a minimum of 3" between the top of the tire and bottom of the fender in order to allow for proper suspension travel. However, based on the photo you sent I believe you need new leaf springs as the ones you have appear to be almost completely flat. This has then compromised your tire clearance. The flattened leaf springs could either be a result of overloading the trailer or just general wear.

In order to replace them you would need to know your axle capacity and the distance between your hangers and shackle straps while the equalizer is straight. If you don't know your axle capacity then you can look on the trailer tag or center of the axle. Once you obtain this info you can either let me know what it is so I can recommend the correct replacements or you can use it yourself to find them in the attached selection.

I also strongly urge you to check that you are under the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of your trailer as odds are if your leaf springs are that flat, the trailer is overloaded.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Will

10/2/2018

I got some numbers off of my leaf spring it is PR-4B and it is a 3500 lb. Axle thank you

Conner L.

10/2/2018

Thanks for the part number. We have exactly what you need to replace these. For this, I recommend the 3-Leaf Double-Eye Spring part # SP-220275. This leaf spring is actually going to be rated a bit higher than what you have now which will most likely give you a bit more clearance and will be less likely to wear out as fast. Were you able to confirm tire size and axle capacity with what is on the trailer? If so then I think this will be just what you need.

Will

10/2/2018

What about the equalizers? EQ-356 is what is on my equalizer

Conner L.

10/2/2018

In order to replace the equalizers on your trailer we have a few options for you but none of the ones we have that will fit are going to give you any added height. If you are looking to upgrade to a set of cushioned equalizers then I recommend the E-Z Flex Heavy Duty Rubber Suspension System part # K71-652-00 but if you just want a direct replacement then you can use the Curved Equalizer part # TREQ356.