First, hope you are having a safe and relaxing Holiday Weekend. Looking to upgrade the suspension on the trailer. Plan to add shocks and either Equa-flex or Center Point Air Suspension. Was curious to get you all's thoughts on the added benefit of Center Point air Suspension over Equa-Flex. Is it worth an $800 premium over Equa-Flex? I have researched lots and have read several "knowledgeable" folks saying that Equa-Flex gives 80% to 85% the improvement of Center Point. If true, seems like the added cost and complexity of centerpoint may not be worth it. Thanks in advance for your thoughts and inputs.

My FW came with the Equa-Flex, so can't compare to not having it on current FW. That being said, the rubber bumpers of the Eq Fx have to make some difference. It just does not seem that noticeable, comparing to previous FW, that did not have it.Jerry

My first thoughts would be how much do you actually haul your 5er plus how much does it weigh, how long is it, also, at the age of the unit, is it economically justifiable. The Equa Flex will probably suffice for most folks needs while the air suspension may be great for a full timer with a long, heavy, all season 5er that likes to move often. We have the MORryde version of the Equa Flex and it does a fairly good job though probably not as good as if it had the air suspension - but then, I did the math noted above..... :C

I would like to add a comment about the center point that we installed years ago like maybe 2003 but it was in the beginning of the product. We had out air hitch so that made the alpenlite float and because of it I really could not feel any difference. Not disappointed but like most air products.chevman

I added the ez flex to my tt and it made a noticable improvement to my 7500 tt. Bridge abutments were less apparent as well as all bumps in general. My wifes uncles fifth wheel was due for an overhaul and he purchased it based on my recomendation. He also flipped the axles and removed his worn out shocks. He says the ride didnt change from going with solid equalizer and shocks to the ez flex.I know its not one if the two you are looking at but thought it was worth mentioning. Please disregard if you dont care/want the ez flex.

Thanks all...appreciate all taking the time to provide thoughts/inputs...will look at ez-flex also

Equa-Flex or Center Point? Center Point is $800+ More

larry_barnhart
Explorer
May 30, 2016
I would like to add a comment about the center point that we installed years ago like maybe 2003 but it was in the beginning of the product. We had out air hitch so that made the alpenlite float and because of it I really could not feel any difference. Not disappointed but like most air products.

chevman
Irelands_child
Explorer
May 30, 2016
My first thoughts would be how much do you actually haul your 5er plus how much does it weigh, how long is it, also, at the age of the unit, is it economically justifiable. The Equa Flex will probably suffice for most folks needs while the air suspension may be great for a full timer with a long, heavy, all season 5er that likes to move often. We have the MORryde version of the Equa Flex and it does a fairly good job though probably not as good as if it had the air suspension - but then, I did the math noted above..... :C
MFL
Nomad II
May 30, 2016
My FW came with the Equa-Flex, so can't compare to not having it on current FW. That being said, the rubber bumpers of the Eq Fx have to make some difference. It just does not seem that noticeable, comparing to previous FW, that did not have it.

Jerry

Forum Discussion

Equa-Flex or Center Point? Center Point is $800+ More

About Fifth Wheel Group

Related Content

Lippert Equa flex

Equa flex bushing

Center Console Swap

Fulcrum point

Center of Gravity