Recommendations to Flip the Axle and Upgrade Suspension
Updated 05/22/2026 | Published 05/17/2026
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Suspension upgrade for 2021 forest river evo 195bh. Looking to do an axle flip and potential add a suspension kit. What parts?
asked by: Derek S
Expert Reply:
Hey Derek,
If you're wanting to "flip" your axle to raise your trailer, you'll need the Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit part # K71-385-00. This kit is for 3" diameter axles with double-eye leaf springs and will raise your axle 4.5" to 5" for additional clearance if you're planning on rougher terrain. This is a single axle kit, so if you have a tandem or triple, you'll need to order more than one.
The Lippert Bolt-On Shock Kit w/Heavy Duty Gas Shocks part # LC281281 will help improve the ride of your camper over bumpy and uneven roads with oil and gas pressurized shocks to help keep the trailer steady and dampen vertical movement. However, if you're looking for a better overall ride, I recommend using SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs w/Line Relocation Bracket for Overslung 5K to 8K axles part # SS26MV. The SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs will not only improve your suspension but also reduce sway and body roll while turning and help compensate for off-center loads. They'll also act as shock absorbers to help extend the life of your leaf springs and trailer suspension. I've included a link to an installation video for the SumoSprings as well so you can see how easily they'll install.
Where are you mostly towing your trailer? Off road or highway?
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Lippert Bolt-On Shock Kit w/ Heavy Duty Gas Shocks - 5,200-lb to 7,000-lb (3") Overslung Axle
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Mark
5/21/2026
I broke a spring on my 2004 Artic Fox 25' 5th wheel. I figured if 1 broke the others were not far behind. I installed all 4 springs sets and shocks that fit my trailer without any difficulty. I'm 65 and partially disabled everything fit as it should. I have used Trailer for years on multiple trailers, vehicle hitches, trailer brakes and tail light adapters.