Correct Torflex Lift Kit for 1999 Starcraft Travelstar 17CK

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fit a 1999 starcraft travelstar 17ck

asked by: Christopher M

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It does look like your 1999 Starcraft Travelstar 17CK has a Dexter Torflex Axle so the correct Torflex Lift Kit is part # K71-707-01 which is designed for a 2,300 to 4,000-lb axle.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Correct Torflex Lift Kit for 1999 Starcraft Travelstar 17CK
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Jimm

9/11/2024

How about the 2000 Starcrat Travelstar 17CK? I bought it used and it has passenger car tires on it. The tires are rated load capacity is 2336 for the pair, while the trailer is 2151 dry weight and a GVWR of 3250. So I am going to need new tires. Is there a difference in passenger car and trailer rims? The rims are 14x5.5J rated at 1900lbs with no offset. Other markings include DOT-T, SR WHEELS and SR005B. If I need new rims as well I'm wondering that with a lift kit if I could get 215/75R15's under it. That way the wheels on my cargo trailer will also fit. Another reason for lifting it is that the black tank drain pipe seems really low about 3.5" from the ground. That would take care of 3 birds with one stone.

Kevin C.

9/11/2024

@Jimm There isn't a major difference from vehicle to trailer wheels, but trailer wheels aren't tested up to vehicle standards so you can't use them on a passenger vehicle. Trailer tires do have a major difference from vehicle tires though. Trailer tires are designed with thicker sidewalls to bear heavier loads, whereas vehicle tires are designed for a comfortable ride quality. Essentially it's best to not mix and match to avoid any issues. To lift the trailer you'll need to see if it has torsion axles or a leaf spring suspension. If it has a torsion axle you'll want to check the axle tag for any kind of serial or part number and for the capacity. If it's a leaf spring suspension then you'll need to check if the leaf springs sit above or below the axle. If they sit below the axle you can have new spring seats welded to the axle tube to raise the leaf springs up. Dexter has kits made up for 2-3/8" # K71-384-00 and 3" # K71-385-00 diameter axle tubes. If you have a smaller diameter let me know and I can find the right parts for you. The black tank drain sitting 3.5" from the ground definitely does offer a better chance of it getting busted up.

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Jimm

9/11/2024

@KevinC The previous person (Conner L) said that the 1999 17CK had a Dexter Torflex Axle I was hoping there was a cross-refence guide that you have access to and could look it up. I do know it's a torsion axle. I'm a big guy and there's not a lot of room under the camper to look. Do you think after a lift I could get 215/75-15s under it?

Kevin C.

9/11/2024

@Jimm You could go with the # K71-707-01 Conner recommended but without checking the serial number of the axle there's no way to confirm. The only one that would possibly have a catalog of what parts were used on your trailer would be the manufacturer so there's nothing I have to cross reference. 215/75R15 tires have a 27.70" overall diameter so you can check your current tire size diameter and width and see if the difference wouldn't give you enough clearance. You should have at least 3" of clearance from the tire vertically to the fender and at least 1" of clearance from the wheel to the frame horizontally.

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Answer 1

If you have a #10 Torflex axle on your trailer the correct lift is the part #K71-707-01 which will give you 2-5/8 inches of additional lift. Does your trailer frame have the vertical brackets for the side mount like what you see in the picture? You…

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Answer 2

I sent your axle info to Dexter and they were able to determine that you have a set of 7k Dexter Torflex axles so the correct lift you need is the part #K71-725-02 which will give you a lift of 3-1/8 inches.

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Answer 3

The Dexter Torflex Lift Kits like the Tandem Axle #K71-725-02 that you referenced are only confirmed to work with Dexter Torflex axles. It's possible that the spacers will fit with your AL-KO axles but this has not been tested. The spacers for…

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Answer 4

We do have a lift kit for your Lippert 7K torsion axle but the Dexter Torflex Lift Kits like part #K71-725-02 are designed to fit specific Dexter torsion axles. For example, the above mentioned kit will only fit a #12 Torflex axle that has a 5,500 -…

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Answer 5

I don't have a way to verify what axle your R-Pod has on it so I would need that info from you first to determine what you may need. I would need the axle brand and capacity and whether it is sitting in the square or diamond orientation. (see…

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Answer 6

Hi Michael; the Escape 17B uses a Dexter Torflex axle but you will have to identify which one. This can be found on the axle tag. Once you have identified the axle you can choose from the following: -Torflex Lift Kit #K71-723-01 (#9 Torflex with…

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Answer 7

Hi Jimm; mounting wheels and tires is not something we are able to do. The only way to get them mounted from us is if it is listed as a wheel and tire combo. If you purchase the Dexstar Steel Mini Mod Trailer Wheel #AM20245 and Karrier ST185/80R13…

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Answer 8

The differences from trailer wheels, like the Dexstar Conventional Steel Wheel with Offset #AM20504 that you referenced, and vehicle wheels, like GM OEM wheels, can vary based on a lot of things. Trailer wheels are specifically designed to be used…

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Answer 9

There aren't really any rules for using wheels designed for passenger vehicles on a trailer like there are for tires but by the time you have the old tires dismounted and the new tires mounted/balanced, it will end up being more cost effective to…

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Answer 10

Technically if the bolt pattern and weight ratings are compatible with your vehicle then you can fit trailer wheels on a car but the biggest problem you are going to have is proper tire placement. Vehicles use wheels with high positive offsets which…

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Answer 11

Your 5.30-12 size tire, like the Kenda 5.30-12 Bias Trailer Tire with 12" White Wheel #AM30780, measures 5.6" wide and has a 22" overall diameter which makes it the largest size for the 12" wheels. We recommend maintaining at…

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Answer 12

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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