Shorter Hangers To Lower Trailer

Updated 08/25/2024 | Published 08/20/2024

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Dexter E-Z Flex Suspension Kit - Double-Eye Springs - Tandem Axle - 6,000 lbs

(580)

$365.55

Front/Center/Rear Hanger for Double-Eye Springs - 2-3/8" Tall - 9/16" Bolt Hole

(298)

$7.06

Question:

I would like to lower my trailer by replacing the hangers. I currently have 4.5inch hangers on both front/rear and center. Axle spacing is 33inch with the Dexter K71-652-00 Equalizer kit. I notice there is different height hangers available but dont know what option I should use while still keeping the axle in an upright position. Is it possible to use a shorter hanger or will this cause an interference fit with the equalizer? Can you please provide me the shortest hanger option that will work? Thank you, Keith

asked by: Keith M

Expert Reply:

Hello Keith; you can add shorter hangers without causing problems for the # K71-652-00. When you swap out hangers the important thing is to make sure they are all raised/lowered the same amount to keep your suspension geometry the same.

For shorter hangers that will work with front/center/rear on a tandem axle trailer we have the # 115918 which are 2-3/8" tall. You will need to cut off the old ones and weld these on where the original hangers were located.

expert reply by: Robin H