Replacement Suspension on a 2011 Outdoors RV Creekside 18CK With Dual 3500lb Axels

Updated 03/18/2026 | Published 03/15/2026

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MORryde ALLTREK 4000 Shock Absorbing Equalizers for Tandem Axle Trailers - 33" Wheelbase - 8K

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$339.56

Roadmaster Comfort Ride Leaf Spring Suspension Kit w/ Shock Absorbers - Tandem 3.5K Trailer Axles

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Question:

Hello, I have a 2011 Outdoors RV Creekside 18CK with dual-axels 3500lb GAWR axel ratings. It has a 5800lb GVWR. Actual towing load is 4800lb with the trailer hitched to the truck and both trailer axels on the scale. Will the Roadmaster Comfort Ride looking at RM82MR be too stiff for my smaller trailer since its not as heavy as larger ones? My concern is that my trailer may be too light for a slipper spring setup. Alternatively, Im considering the MorRyde CRE3000 and adding the Roadmaster shock absorber kit to help smooth it out Which setup would give the best ride performance for my particular trailer? Thanks in advance! Josh

asked by: Josh

Expert Reply:

Hey, Josh. Thanks for reaching out.

The Roadmaster Comfort Ride # RM82MR won’t be too stiff for your setup. The leaf springs in this kit use multiple leaves, which allows them to flex more progressively under load. That means instead of a harsh, rigid ride, the suspension is able to absorb bumps more gradually and provide better overall control.

With your trailer sitting around 4,800 lbs loaded, you’re well within the range this system is designed for.

You also asked about the MORryde ALLTREK 4000 # MR89DR. Compared to the Roadmaster, that setup will most likely feel a bit stiffer with your load. The rubber equalizer tends to be firmer than the combination of slipper springs and shocks, so overall ride quality and support will be better with the Roadmaster.

WHere are you planning on taking the trailer to first once you get the suspension upgraded?

expert reply by: Gwendolyn Y

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Josh

3/17/2026

Thanks Gwendolyn! If I paired the CRE3000 (# MR87ZR) with the Roadmaster Add-On Shock Kit (# RM-2450), how would that compare to the full Roadmaster Comfort Ride conversion (# RM82MR)? The CRE3000 paired with Roadmaster Shock Add-On kit yields an $825 savings over the full Rodmaster Comfort Ride conversion. I'm trying to see if that extra $825 increase is worth it for just a 4,800lb trailer. Thanks Gwendolyn!

Gwendolyn Y.

3/18/2026

@Josh I know when installing just the shocks that it will cause the install to be harder. You will have to make some modifications. I've heard this from other customers as well as our installers who made a few videos. So if you're doing the install yourself, I say be prepared for that. As for ride quality, using the MORryde mixed with just the shocks from the Roadmaster kit will significantly improve your set up. Especially if you're camper is only equipped with basic equalizers.