Suspension Enhancement To Prevent 6X14 Tandem Axle Trailer From Bottoming Out On Bumps

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I have a 6x14 trailer with double Axel. I would like to put stronger springs on it because when I go over a bump the trailer hits the bottom of the trailer floor. Any recommendations?

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If you can provide me with the information off your leaf springs I can look into some heavier options for you but I do have another recommendation that may be better for you. Since going to heavier springs can cause the trailer to bounce more the SumoSprings may be a better option. Since you have a tandem axle you will need 2 of the kits from the list below depending on the axle capacity and overslung or underslung axles.

3-5K Axles Underslung # TSS-106-40
5-8K Axles Underslung # SS33HR
3-5K Axles Overslung # TSS-107-40
5-8K Axles Overslung # SS26MV

expert reply by: Bud M

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Answer 1

The SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs part #TSS-106-40 per the instructions will be installed on the side of the axle closest to the end of the leaf spring that is connected to a shackle or center link.

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Answer 2

The SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs typically install compressed so they do tend to provide more space between the frame and axle in most cases but not by much and this is not really the goal of the system. If you don't have enough space…

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Answer 3

The Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit #K71-385-00 would help increase the space between your tires and fenders. This kit works for 3" diameter axle tubes and is the simplest solution. For 2-3/8" axles you can use this kit…

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For a trailer with underslung axles(leaf spring mounted below the axle) you will need the SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs in either a 3,000-5,000LB Capacity #TSS-106-40 or 5,000-8,000LB Capacity #SS33HR. The weight capacity of the springs will…

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Answer 5

I recommend staying with the 4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 3,500-lb #e54SR. This will ensure that you do not have to change other parts of your suspension system and the trailer has the correct ride quality. The 4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 4,000-lb…

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As long as the leaf springs on your 2021 Coachmen 192RBS are underneath the axle and not on top, then the SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs #TSS-106-40 you were looking at will fit perfectly. The springs themselves measure right at 4" so you…

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Answer 7

The Timbren Trailer Suspension Enhancement System for Underslung Axles #T92MR is 5-1/4" tall. Timbren recommends The spring be in constant contact with the frame at all times. So ideally you will want exactly 5-1/4" from your axle tube to…

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Answer 8

Thanks for those photos they were helpful, and the equalizer looks fine; so if the springs are not sagging excessively, what I recommend is adding an over/under kit, or what is commonly called "flipping the axle". What this does is moves…

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Answer 9

Instead of replacing your leaf springs, the best solution for the issue you are having bottoming out is the SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs #TSS-106-40. The reason is these will sit on the leaf spring and take the brunt of the capacity and cushion…

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Answer 10

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 11

You can eliminate the bounce in your trailer and smooth your ride with the addition of Sumo Springs. You will have two options, depending on how your leaf springs are mounted on your trailer. If your leaf springs are underslung, meaning they are…

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Answer 12

The difference between the SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs w/ Line Relocation Bracket #TSS-106-40 and #TSS-107-40 is the orientation of the axle to the leaf springs. So since you have an underslung kit the correct part number you need is the…

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