Can You Use Longer Shackle Straps To Raise Ride Height Of Trailer?

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I have a 2017 Jayco HD Eagle travel trailer 32RKDS. The axels are Lippert axels #0247644 and moride equalizer between with up sized 16 wheels. I would like change the spring bolts and shackles using the Lippert LC64FR wet bolts and shackles. The existing shackles measure 3-1/2 long with 2-3/8 cc bolt holes. Description states the shackles are 3-1/8 long. Is this overall or cc. Will these fit my axels.? With the 16 wheels there is no room to make the trailer lower. I am hoping if this will work and the 3-1/8 overall length will provide more room to the fender skirt. Thank you for any information you can provide with this purchase.

asked by: Tom O

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The shackle straps included in the Lippert Tandem Axle Equa-Flex AP Kit - Wet Bolts - 3-1/8" Long Shackles # LC64FR you mentioned are 3-1/8" center to center and 4-3/8" overall length as shown in included diagram.

Using the longer shackle straps will raise your trailer, but I recommend replacing your current hangers with longer ones as it will give you an even lift on each side of the trailer. You will want to measure your current hangers to see how long they are, and then select the correct longer hangers from the link I included.

To replace your current shackle straps I recommend using the Replacement Shackle Strap - 2-5/8" Long # 115052 which are the closest option to your 2-3/8" shackle straps, and Wet Equalizer Bolt # 126B2 to replace you current bolts.

I included videos for each of the products mentioned for you to take a look at.

expert reply by: Samuel C

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Dimensions Of Lippert 3-1/8" Shackle Straps
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Answer 1

I do have an option for you but changing the shackle strap length will change the whole suspension geometry so that's not recommended unless changing other components such as the leaf springs. Furthermore, 3-1/8" is the longest length used…

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Answer 2

The Lippert 4,400 lb axles use the same bearings and seals as a Lippert 3,500 lb axle so you can use the Bearing Kit for #84 Spindle part #BK2-100 or just the Grease Seal part #RG06-050.

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Answer 3

For a Lippert 4,400 lb trailer axle the correct bearing kit is the part #BK2-100 which includes inner bearing #L68149, inner race #L68111, outer bearing #L44649, outer race #L44610, grease seal #58846, a cotter pin and a tang washer.

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Answer 4

Hello John, thanks for reaching out. For the wet bolts you can measure the overall length or the length not including the head. Honestly when replacing this stuff, the bolts are going to be a standard length and diameter. Typically I would not even…

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Answer 5

To slightly lower your trailer that has had an "axle flip" kit installed you would want to use slightly shorter shackle straps, not longer ones. Shorter shackles will let the axle rest closer to the trailer frame, which lowers the trailer…

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When replacing shackle straps they should be the same length as the ones that were previously on your tandem axle trailer (if possible); replacing them with longer straps will result in additional play in your trailer suspension which could lead to…

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Answer 7

Well shackle length is mainly based on the height difference between the front and rear hangers. The rear hanger normally doesn't hang as low as the front so that the shackle can offset the difference and add the ability to move. What is the…

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We have the CE Smith boat trailer part #CE48810 which is designed for small boats like your 12.5 foot Flycraft inflatable boat. I attached a picture that shows a similar boat loaded on this trailer as well.

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Trailer manufacturers don't usually keep a record of parts like these that they install at the factory, so I cannot be sure as to the exact length of the shackle strap that would have come originally on your trailer. With this in mind, a 3-1/8…

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Answer 10

I do have a couple possible solutions for raising your pontoon trailer, however increasing the shackle strap size will not be your best option. A more efficient way for raising the suspension on the trailer will be to use longer hangers. Unlike…

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Answer 11

From the measurements you provided, the Lippert Road Armor #LC696740 is going to be the better option. You will also need the #LC64FR to complete it. This will include wet bolts and all shackles, but they will be a little shorter at 3 1/8 inches.

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Answer 12

If the shackle straps are within a 1/2" of what you normally had, say the 2-5/8" #115052 to 3-1/8" #TRSL313, you should be okay to install them. Just make sure that all of your shackle straps match though. If you are using the longer…

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