Should 2-1/4 Shackle Straps with New Suspension Kit be Used Instead of 3-1/2 Current Straps

Updated 06/12/2019 | Published 06/11/2019

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Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers - 1-3/4" Wide Double Eye Springs

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$215.04

Shackle Strap - 3-1/2" Long

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$10.99

Question:

My equalizers are 6inch x 2inch so Im sure that the 5 3/4inch would be fine, but my shackle straps that connect to the equalizers are 3 1/2inch vs the 2 1/4inch in the kit. What would be the issue if any with the length of the shackles?

asked by: Donnie

Helpful Expert Reply:

The 1/4" shorter equalizer in the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit # K71-359-00 will be just fine but you are correct that you don't want to use shorter shackle straps as well. You can either reuse your old ones if they are in good shape or use the 3-1/2" Shackle Strap # TRSL350 instead. It would be a good idea to just use new straps since you are changing out suspension parts anyways.

expert reply by: Jon G