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Ndcntryboy's avatar
Ndcntryboy
Explorer
Sep 19, 2014

How to properly and safely lift a 5er?

I have a bone stock 2010 f350 srw and just bought a 2000 Dutchman classic 26' 5er and it sits high in front and way low in back! I don't want to buy a lower truck or a higher 5er! The hitch and trailer are right about 6-8" from the bed like it is suppose to be, but still to high? I don't like the trailer riding on the rear axle more. I towed for 10+ yrs and seen a lot of campers always blow the rear axle tire/tires. So how do I properly raise the camper just enough to level? Blocks are not safe, and unsure right now if axles are on or under springs? I know a axle flip is the best, but if my axles are under the spring then what?
Thanks
  • powderman426's avatar
    powderman426
    Explorer
    Sep 19, 2014
    Dayle1 wrote:
    Add a sub-frame, which means cutting off the existing spring hangers, welding steel tubing to the bottom of the frame members (whatever size is needed) and then welding new spring hangers onto the tubing. Extra crossmember bracing to prevent frame twisting. That is the general idea, not that expensive and any good trailer shop can do the work.


    I believe this is the best and safest way.
  • Dayle1's avatar
    Dayle1
    Explorer II
    Sep 19, 2014
    Add a sub-frame, which means cutting off the existing spring hangers, welding steel tubing to the bottom of the frame members (whatever size is needed) and then welding new spring hangers onto the tubing. Extra crossmember bracing to prevent frame twisting. That is the general idea, not that expensive and any good trailer shop can do the work.
  • glazier's avatar
    glazier
    Explorer II
    Sep 19, 2014
    You could install Correct Track and gain 2" , how nose high are you?

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