Over Under Kit for 3,500 lb Axle of Cherokee Grey Wolf MK22SE and Shock Kit

Updated 03/29/2022 | Published 03/28/2022

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Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit

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Lippert Bolt-On Shock Kit w/ Heavy Duty Gas Shocks - 3,500-lb (2-3/8") Axle

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Westlake ST235/75R15 Trailer Tire with Glossy Black Liger Aluminum Wheel - 6 on 5-1/2

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SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs w/ Line Relocation Bracket - Single Axle - 3K to 5K - Overslung

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Question:

Hello, I have a few questions and some ideas. I have 2021 Cherokee Grey Wolf 22MKSE with dual 3500lb axles. GVWR 7585. Stock 205/75R14 tires. I would like to flip my axles so they are below the spring packs to allow more clearance and for larger wheels and tires. An overslung axle is going to be stronger and more reliable because its not hanging from the u bolts right? Is Kit # K71-384-00 the right one? Ill need 2 sets. Also, would Sumo helper springs be helpful to cushion and dampen the ride? Higher load tires would provide more for peace of mind while on the rough, backcountry roads. I don’t want the ride so hard though that things rattle apart, would an E load be overkill? Looking at a LT235/75/R15 truck tire. Would need a recommendation on a 15inch wheel too, preferably black aluminum. Rv will be taking the 8,000+ mile round trip to AK this summer. Any other recommendations appreciated! Ready to hook it up!

asked by: Lou

Expert Reply:

Since your trailer has 3,500 lb axles the correct over under kit is the part # K71-384-00 that you mentioned. An overslung axle will give you more ground clearance but does not give you additional capacity or is any stronger. The SumoSprings kit part # TSS-107-40 that you referenced will give you more support and fits your axles but does not cushion the ride quality at all.

To cushion the ride quality the best option would be a shock kit like the part # LC281255 which dampens the movement of the suspension and will do an excellent job improving the ride quality.

For the tire size of 235/70R15 on a black wheel we have the part # LH46FR which would work great.

expert reply by: Jameson C