SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs for Tandem 3500 lb Axle Travel Trailer

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I have a Coachmen 246RKS 2019 I am interested on sumo spring. I can find the product in your site, can you direct me to the right place?

asked by: Jose M

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Helpful Expert Reply:

Your 2019 Coachmen Freedom Express 246RKS is equipped with tandem 3500 lb axles.

For that setup, the exact system needed will depend on where the leaf springs sit in relation to the axle. If the leaf springs are bolted atop the axle, you'll want to use two of the # TSS-107-40 kits. If the leaf springs are bolted to the underside of the axle, use two of the # TSS-106-40 kits.

expert reply by: Mike L

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The SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs #TSS-106-40 designed for your underslung axles does require you to have 6" to 8-5/8" of clearance from the bottom of your frame to the top of the leaf spring at the axle. Do be sure your trailer is…

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Answer 2

Hey Robert, thanks for all of the information. The MORryde Suspension Upgrade Kit item #MR98ZR is what you will need if you have Correct Track suspension. You would have adjustable axle hangers like the picture below. If you have standard hangers…

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The pair is rated at 500 lbs at 50% on the SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs w/ Line Relocation Bracket item #TSS-107-40. This kit is designed for 3,000 lbs - 5,000 lbs overslung axles with springs sitting above the axle. If your axle is underslung…

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You will want to measure from the closest portion of your axle or U-bolt which would come into contact with the frame on your horse trailer. For underslung axles it is typically curved portion of the U-bolt which is typically only 1/2" higher…

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I do have an option but the Timbren Trailer Suspension Enhancement System part #TTRA1032 requires 3" between the frame and axle/leaf springs so it won't work. I can't recommend you raise the frame from the axle to use these as the…

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Hey Clark, Trailer SumoSprings are based on axle capacity and the orientation of the leaf springs. You'll want to match the capacity of the spring to the axle's capacity and also take a look to see whether your leaf springs sit above or below…

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You want between 1/4" and 1/2" of preload on the SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs item #TSS-106-40. If not you'll get a harsher ride quality because the springs will always been engaged or you'll get nothing out of them because…

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The height of the SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs w/ Line Relocation Bracket #TSS-106-40 is 4 inches for just the rubber spring portion of it. Since you have 3 inches from the axle to the frame that would indicate that there would be a compression…

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Answer 9

You got it! When installing the SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs #TSS-106-40 on your trailer with tandem 3500lb axles the helper spring will get installed in the front part of the rear axle closer to the equalizer, and on the rear part of the front…

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Hello Mike, thanks for reaching out. I see you already have the kit on order, but I wanted to make sure your question was answered. When Installing the #TSS-106-40 Sumo Springs on a tandem axle trailer, the helper springs will get installed in the…

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Answer 11

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 12

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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SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs for Tandem 3500 lb Axle Travel Trailer

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