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Old 10-01-2014, 07:17 PM   #1
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Shocks

There was a recent article in Trailer Life about a new shock package. Here is the link to the product.

I am going to do this in the spring along with some better spring eye bushings.

http://www.rvimprovementsystems.com/joy_rider.html

Have any of you done a spring eye kit, and if so, which one ?

The kit above, with better bushings, looks like it can really deal with old wagon ride our trailers have.
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Old 10-01-2014, 07:30 PM   #2
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I read that same article. Sounds like a good idea.
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Old 10-02-2014, 08:14 AM   #3
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Would appreciate feedback from an actual user of this product.
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Likewise. Also nice see a few others with that magazine subscription on here. I've been reading it for years!
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Old 10-02-2014, 11:16 AM   #5
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My old cruiser came with shocks, but they must be different than these cause I'm pretty sure Crossroads didn't spent that much...
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Old 10-02-2014, 02:10 PM   #6
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I would imagine that there are not a lot of installations yet since they are a new company. Munroe used to manufacture a similar setup, but has discontinued it.
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Old 10-05-2014, 08:02 PM   #7
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I wonder why you would need it with the equaflex suspension already on there.
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I've never ridden in mine and don't plan to but it doesn't appear that it's much of a problem. Things stay on the counters and no signs of excessive bounce. Besides a little on the pricey side.
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Old 10-06-2014, 09:14 AM   #9
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That's a stunning statement Cliff !

I'm sure you tow a lot on the same roads I do...
I-10 and I-20 have motocross jumps built into them

Our sink covers ended up on the floor one trip !
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Old 10-06-2014, 11:26 AM   #10
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I wonder why you would need it with the equaflex suspension already on there.
Not on our 2010. Our Cruiser has a "Secure Stance" suspension, which simply means the axles are further apart and the center link is longer. Otherwise, it is still turn of the century, last, not this, technology.

I have been looking to see of there is an Equa-Flex sized for the Secure Stance, I have to make some calls to Lippert and talk to a rep there and discuss measurements.

Out 2010 pitches and sways some because of the crude suspension. That I why I want shocks or other type of enhanced suspension system.
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Old 10-06-2014, 11:28 AM   #11
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I don't drive 80. From your other post about the quick trip you may be way light on pin weight if packing a few things in the middle instead of put away made a difference. You might try a trip thru the scales and see what the numbers are. I'm running over 20% pin weight. 2400 lbs vs trailer weight of 11k
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Not on our 2010. Our Cruiser has a "Secure Stance" suspension, which simply means the axles are further apart and the center link is longer. Otherwise, it is still turn of the century, last, not this, technology.

I have been looking to see of there is an Equa-Flex sized for the Secure Stance, I have to make some calls to Lippert and talk to a rep there and discuss measurements.

Out 2010 pitches and sways some because of the crude suspension. That I why I want shocks or other type of enhanced suspension system.
Look at this setup...

lci1.com/center-point
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Old 10-06-2014, 01:17 PM   #13
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I had a 2006 cruiser 5th wheel, with shocks.
Had a tire blow out 2 times, doing extensive damage.
The second time, the mechanic found the reason.
the shock brackets, on the frame, were welded too close to the tires,
wearing a groove in the side wall. Thus a blow out.
This is not apparent when the camper is sitting still.
But, "side motion", when traveling, causes the tire wear.
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Old 10-06-2014, 01:19 PM   #14
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if you go through the pictures here

http://lci1.com/equa-flex

there "looks" to be one that is built for the wider stance

when I saved this picture from their site, it is titled "spread-axle" so I think they have them available.

how do they work ? (for those of you whose trailers are so equipped).

this is a good discussion as I have been reading and researching to determine the best solution
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When we ordered our trailer, I think the equa-flex was an option. Not really sure any more, but it's on the trailer, and I'm more then satisfied with the way it works.
I did install the wet bolt kit after a year or two. That quieted the squeaks.
All in all, I would take it over a set of shocks any day.
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OOur first Travel Trailer a Zinger did not have anything on in that department. Was going for shocks when Equa Flex came out put that on the Zinger, and what a improvement. When we got the Cruiser it had just become standard.
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Well, maybe back to square one and shocks. I called Crossroads and asked if Equa-Flex was ever offered as an option with "Secure Stance" and the answer was no.

I have to take some pictures and get dimensions to send to a rep at Lippert and see if there is a way to adapt their unit.

If not, I guess better shackle bushings and a shock setup are what we will do, as the other options are a bit more than we can afford.
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