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Old 04-02-2012, 08:32 PM   #1
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Shocks ?

I was looking under the 5th wheel today for loose or missing bolts and noticed there was no shock absorbers on my axles. Did they forget them or don't they put them on trailers anymore? All the other 5th Ws and trailers I have owned had them.
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My 5th wheel doesn't have shock absorbers.
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My 5th wheel doesn't have shock absorbers.
O did I say that the mounts are there?
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Hmmm... I have a 2011 321RLTS. I will have to look next time I am over at the storage lot. It may have been an extra.
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Many 5th Wheels today including Jayco do not come with shocks even though the shock mounts are there.

Our new Pinnacle did not come with shocks same as or our 05 Eagle did not come shocks.

I have read several posts that say with the Mor Ryde Suspension Jayco is using on many of their 5th Wheels, shocks are not needed.
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Old 04-03-2012, 06:38 AM   #6
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If mounts are there...Any benefit to adding shocks?
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IF you have the mounts INSTALL the shocks... they dont install them at the factory as a cost saving measure... even tho YOU cannot feel the bouncing the trailer can... so put em on ....
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Will have to look and see if I have mounts on my 5er.
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Old 04-03-2012, 01:24 PM   #9
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Thanks for the info. I think I will look into getting shocks.
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With the numerous types/sizes of shocks how would you know what type to install? Ask Jayco? Would assume you would measure distance between mounts and go from there? Would not think you would just put any old shock on there?
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Monroe makes shocks just for RVs. You could have a shop install them for you. If I had a heavier trailer I would install shocks for sure. I agree with Sean, put them on. I'm sure Jayco could tell you which ones are called for.
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We put 4 shocks on our 2008, 313RKS and I just removed them to re install on our 2012, 321RLTS when it arrives. The shop I deal with for all vehicle repairs, found the shocks by calling a local Heavy Vehicle Repair business, who went right to Dexter and found the right ones for their axle/spring combination. It was least expensive to buy them as an all inclusive kit as opposed to just the shock. It included other parts, the mounts, that were already in place. The Dexter part number and information written on the box:
K71 - 175 - 01 Dexter Axle Shock Kit, fits 2 3/4 to 3 " tube for 1.75 width springs
I think it was around $400.00 for the kits. They helped to smooth out the ride somewhat. They will be helping out the new unit with the Mor/Ryde suspension. Instead of an air ride pinbox we put air springs on the Truck , that made a large improvement. The rear kitchen on the RKS was hard on the fridge contents.
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With the numerous types/sizes of shocks how would you know what type to install? Ask Jayco? Would assume you would measure distance between mounts and go from there? Would not think you would just put any old shock on there?
Our 07 Eagle had shock mounts, but no shocks- Installing shocks was one of the first things we had done- Shocks serve a vital dampening service and I will not be without them- Incidentally, all our previous 5ers had shocks- I emailed Jayco to inquire what shock was required and received a reply the following day- Our roads are not so good as to not need shocks- JMHO- DD
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I got to tell you that on my specific unit there is about 1/4 inch clearence between the tire and a shock should I opt to install them. My tires have about 3-4 inches if that from the frame rails. While I thought about this mod last year I just can't see how they would fit without rubbing.

Anyone have pics of this mod on any Jayco 5th wheels to share?
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I got to tell you that on my specific unit there is about 1/4 inch clearence between the tire and a shock should I opt to install them. My tires have about 3-4 inches if that from the frame rails. While I thought about this mod last year I just can't see how they would fit without rubbing.

Anyone have pics of this mod on any Jayco 5th wheels to share?
Yea the shock mounts are close to the tires on mine also. I am going to change the goodyear trailer tires to LT tires and and then check the clearance to see if it will accommodate shocks.
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So I measured the space between my I beam and tire sidewall which is a whopping 2.5 inches. Looks like it's not happening on this unit.
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We put 4 shocks on our 2008, 313RKS and I just removed them to re install on our 2012, 321RLTS when it arrives. .
Those shocks are 4 years old... depending on how much you use the trailer they maybe close to being worn out... personally I would put new ones on..
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