How to Lift a 2016 Riverside Retro 199FKS Trailer

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I am looking for a safe 2-3 inch lift kit for a 2016 Riverside retro 199fks.

asked by: Randy A

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There are a couple of options to safely lift your 2016 Riverside Retro 199FKS trailer depending on if your axle's sit above or below the leaf springs. All of them will get you within the 2" - 3" range.

If your axles are already below your leaf springs the only option is the Correct Track Trailer Alignment and Lift Kit item # RR23QX. This kit mounts to your spring hangers and moves the attachment point down 1-1/4" or 2-1/4".

If your springs are below your axles you will want to use one of our axle flip kits. These work by moving your axle below your springs and give you a lift equivalent to your axles thickness.

3" Axle - Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit item # K71-385-00

2-3/8" Axle - Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit item # K71-384-00

I have linked an installation video below.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Answer 1

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…

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Answer 2

The over under conversion kits like item #K71-384-00 you referenced only work on round axles. To lift your square axle trailer, I recommend replacing the leaf spring hangers with longer ones. The Tandem-Axle Trailer Hangers for 1-3/4" Wide…

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I have two options for you to raise your trailer and gain more clearance between the fender and tire. The most cost effective option would be to flip the axles with a Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Kit part #K71-384-00 or part #K71-385-00. That…

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Answer 4

"Flipping" really just means moving the axle below the leaf springs as in the response you were referring to. So in that sense yes, you can flip the axle so it sits below your leaf springs with square axles that don't have a spring seat…

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I do not recommend using a leaf spring spacer (lift block) on your trailer. The reason for this is because they can cause the trailer to become extremely bouncy and rough which is just going to put more stress on your suspension and wear out the…

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For a single axle trailer, you want the shackle strap to be able to move so that you have the spring deflection needed for your suspension. Angled like the photo or even almost vertical is fine you just don't want the shackle strap to bind and…

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It is possible to mount the springs on top of the axle which is called "flipping the axle". To accomplish this we normally recommend an over-under conversion however there is not one with square u-bolts available for your square axle.…

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Answer 8

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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Answer 9

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 10

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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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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Answer 12

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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