Replacement Shackle Recommendation for Use with Equa Flex on 2015 Palomino Columbus 320RS

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I have this Equa-Flex on my 2015 Palomino Columbus 320RS fifth wheel. One of the shackles is completely sheared. My shackle measures 2 1/4inch hole center to hole center. I believe the replacement shackle is Item # LC122487. My shackle bolt measures about 3 1/4inch end to end. What is my best shackle bolt option from you? Thanks.

asked by: Gregory K

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Since the dimensions of the # LC122487 match what you have now this would be your easiest and best solution for a replacement. This is made by the same company as the Equa-Flex # LC279688 you have now as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Those are some good options, and the best overall upgrade (without getting too crazy like you said!) for your Jayco with tandem 3,500 lb axles is going to be the MORryde CRE3000 with the X-factor crossmember. The Road Armor is good, but the…

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Answer 2

According to the manufacturer's installation instructions for the Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers #LC279688, the nut threaded onto the equalizer bolt as well as the nuts threaded onto the shackle bolts should be tightened until they bottom out on…

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Answer 3

So the issue isn't going to be the shackle strap length as getting straps that are less than an inch longer won't make up the difference you are seeing. The issue is that the Road Armor Shock Absorbing Equalizer Kit #LC696740 you have is the…

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Answer 4

If you are measuring your current leaf springs and are getting 26 inches from the center of the spring eye to the center of the spring eye and they are older springs it makes sense that they were originally about an inch less than that because…

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Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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Answer 6

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 7

You can use leaf springs that are rated higher than the axle without any issues as long as they measure the correct measurement for your trailer. For example the 6-leaf double eye spring for 7,000 lb axles part #e64SR measures 24-7/8" eye to…

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The #84 spindle is just a common way to identify the spindle dimensions typically used for 3,500 lb axles. So instead of listing out the parts, people can just say they have #84 spindles and it's easier to know what fits it. The CE Smith Trailer…

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Answer 9

Hey Ian, great to hear from you again! The differences between the MORryde CRE3000 #MR87ZR and AllTrek 4000 #MR89DR that fit a 33" wheelbase is the height between the hanger and equalizer bolts, and the amount of travel the suspension style will…

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Answer 10

We have lift kits for trailer that easily add 2 inches to the height of the trailer. For that you'd want the part #RR23QX and you'd be set. I attached a picture that shows how it installs to give you an idea. This would be the easiest…

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Hi Chas, The Lippert Road Armor Shock Absorbing Equalizer part #LC53CK may work for your trailer, but that will depend on what equalizer is currently on your trailer. In order to determine what equalizers would be a fit for your trailer, we'll…

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Answer 12

Hey Eric. Axle spacing isn't the best way to determine what replacement equalizers you need. The most accurate way to find a replacement is to match up a replacing equalizer as close as possible to the dimensions of the one currently on your…

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