Lift Kit for 2002 Palomino Colt CH Pop-Up

Updated 11/25/2024 | Published 11/23/2024

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Kenda Karrier ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire with 14" Black Mod Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - LR C

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$165.31

Torflex Lift Kit - Single Axle - 2-5/8" Lift

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$156.40

Torflex Lift Kit - Single Axle - 2-5/8" Lift

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$126.13

Question:

I have a 2002 Palomino Colt CH pop-up trailer. It current has a single torsion axle with a load rating of 2225 lbs and 5.30x12 tires and rims. I want to lift of the camper with a lift kit and change to 14 or 15 inch rims and tires. What products do I need for the lift kit, rims and tires.

asked by: Sherwin

Expert Reply:

Hi Sherwin; is the torsion axle a Dexter Torflex? The only lift kits we have are for the Torflex. If you have a Lippert or some other brand you will have to check with the manufacturer to see if a lift kit is available. Based on that capacity you would need the Torflex Lift Kit # K71-723-01 for a #9 Torflex or # K71-707-01 for a #10 Torflex. You will have to check your axle tag to see which one you have.

Assuming you have a 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern right now you could switch to the Kenda Karrier ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire with 14" Black Mod Wheel # AM32131. However, you still need to measure for clearance. You're going to lose approximately 2.5" of clearance on top and 1.5" of clearance on the inside of the tire by moving to the larger size.

You want at least 3" of clearance on top and 2" on the inside of the tire. The lift kit will take care of difference on top but you may not have enough on the inside of the tire to move to the larger size. If you have a 4 on 4 bolt pattern right now you will also need new hubs for the larger wheels and tires with a 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern. I would need to know your bearing combination to find the right replacement hub assuming one is available.

expert reply by: Robin H

Sherwin

11/24/2024

Thanks Robin, I checked the axle and I think the tags have fallen off, I cant see any on the axle. How can I tell which if it's a Lippert or Torflex? If Torflex, how to tell which one?

Robin H.

11/25/2024

@Sherwin do you have the VIN number? If you get the VIN and call Palomino they can probably tell you. Otherwise try looking for a serial number stamped into the axle.