Broken Shackle

[RedHorse1]

Originally Posted by spoon059

https://www.amazon.com/MORryde-UO12-...28195275&psc=1

I installed this kit in 2017, YouTube showed me how. My plastic bushings were in pretty good shape but seeing what others looked like it gave me a better nights sleep. A little bit of work but manageable.

[RAurand]

Originally Posted by RedHorse1

I installed this kit in 2017, YouTube showed me how. My plastic bushings were in pretty good shape but seeing what others looked like it gave me a better nights sleep. A little bit of work but manageable.

My 2016 BHBE was brought home in October of 2015. When I did the wet bolt kit, my plastic bushing were worn down and I was glad I did the wet bolt kit when I did.

[gunafulltime]

Originally Posted by Rustic Eagle

Decided to go with the Dexter K71-359-00 Heavy Duty Suspension Kit for my twin axle TT......, received kit today.



Purchased source: https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Lea...71-359-00.html

Bob

That's a very nice kit! Please keep us posted on your approach to the install.

I did the MorRyde wet bolts and shackle kit on our Feather. It came with the Lippert Equa-Flex as OE. So we had a decent little package on it after I installed the wet bolts and HD shackles. When I did the upgrade, I discovered that our OE plastic bushings were pretty much toast. They had about 2,000 miles on them. I think this go round, I am going for the full meal deal; I am seriously considering the MorRyde 3000 kit.

Is there a reason why you went with the Dexter?

[Rustic Eagle]

Originally Posted by gunafulltime

snip.......Is there a reason why you went with the Dexter?

I installed a Dexter HD kit on my prior 2005 Eagle and they preformed well for many years..., and the shackles we're a little thicker than other upgrade kits at that time. I also preferred to stay with the standard solid steel equalizer which contains less perishable components (ie; rubber) since I put a lot of miles and years on my TT's.

I believe Dexter still maintains all manufacturing facilities in USA and Canada.

Bob

[gunafulltime]

Interesting. I like the made here point, and I had not thought about the rubber deterioration fact. I will also look at this Dexter kit. Our axles are Dexter, too.

[Hollander Mutthaulers]

When a leaf spring broke on the road, we replaced it with a heavier (from original 1,670" to 2,400#) set of springs. Upon return home we took it to a top-rated professional spring shop, had it inspected, and had new shackles and hangers installed. Kind of comical to see our little 16XRB in a bay next to huge dumpers and tractors, but the cost was reasonable and the repair was excellent. Confidence in the suspension is very well-worth the cost.

[norty1]

Originally Posted by gunafulltime

Interesting. I like the made here point, and I had not thought about the rubber deterioration fact. I will also look at this Dexter kit. Our axles are Dexter, too.

I have a MorRyde Cre3000 and a hitch pin, both 11 years old and still in good service with no signs of deterioration.

[Rustic Eagle]

Originally Posted by gunafulltime

That's a very nice kit! Please keep us posted on your approach to the install.........snip

I decided to take the 'easy' approach this time..........

I had my Dexter upgrade kit (ref post #18) installed by "Big Tex Trailer World" of Whitmore Lake, Michigan. I dropped my TT off early yesterday and picked it up this morning. I'm very pleased with the staff and experienced service tech's at this Big Tex location.

Once removed, it was evident that the OEM plastic bushings and shackles were starting to show signs of wear. I will post (shortly) some new photos and additional detail on the installation in my "2018 Jay Flight 24RBS Mods" thread over in the 'Jayco Mods' forum.

Bob

[gunafulltime]

Originally Posted by Rustic Eagle

I decided to take the 'easy' approach this time..........

I had my Dexter upgrade kit (ref post #18) installed by "Big Tex Trailer World" of Whitmore Lake, Michigan. I dropped my TT off early yesterday and picked it up this morning. I'm very pleased with the staff and experienced service tech's at this Big Tex location.

Once removed, it was evident that the OEM plastic bushings and shackles were starting to show signs of wear. I will post (shortly) some new photos and additional detail on the installation in my "2018 Jay Flight 24RBS Mods" thread over in the 'Jayco Mods' forum.

Bob

That's a blessing! I'm glad you respectable service. I am considering the whole Dexter sha-bang, including the EZ-Flex. I've read and heard a fair bit about people going to Dexter and MorRyde for their axle upgrades and repairs. I think that would be a fun and interesting experience! Thanks for letting us know!