I am going to upgrade my equalizer and spring shackles on my Jayco 23FB springs. I would like to hear any input on the Dexter E-Z Flex system. How it works and how did the install go? The Dexter video is impressive, I would like to hear from actual users.Thanks

I installed Dexter E-Z Flex on my 2003 Cardinal 33CKTS. It makes a world of difference the way a trailer rides.You will not be sorry for doing this mod.If it had not come standard on my 2013 36CKTS I would have installed it immediately.As far as install I used a bottle jack and jack stands.On a scale of 1-10 (10 being hardest). For a person handy with tools I would give it a 4.C.B.

On my 20 year old 38ft 5th wheel one of the leaf springs broke. I replaced all four springs and added the EZ Flex equalizers on each side. I worked on one side at a time using a floor jack, a bottle jack and jack stands and 2X4 wood pieces. The Jacks stands and wood were used to stabilize the frame in front of and in back of the axles. Like C.B. indicated is is an easy project if you have some skills and the right tools.It seems a little more stable while going down the road.

If you haven't ordered them yet, I don't think you can beat this price anywhere. I received them just three days after placing my order. The installation will have to wait for Spring to arrive. http://www.easternmarine.com/dexter-e-z-flex-tandem-equalizer-suspension-kit-k71-652-00

There is a lengthy discussion on this site ....follow that and you'll be fine....definitely worth the investment

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elidodge
Explorer
Feb 13, 2016
The Joy Rider shock kits would be perfect with the e z flex. just wish they wernt so expensive
ZeeLet50
Explorer
Feb 13, 2016
The Dexter system was not to bad of an install as long as you have the right tool to get the old bolts out. Had to take a trip to my local Harbor freight to get the proper tool. as for the ride, I have noticed our glasses and plates stay put now. This is on twin 4000lb axles. I would look at shocks but it would have to be a true bolt on kit. I do not have a welder at my disposal.
Huntindog
Explorer
Feb 13, 2016
My present TT came new with the Lippert Equa Flex.
It also came with a tall Lazy Susan in the pantry.
DW and I both thought that there was no way the food would stay on it because of the roads we habitually drive on.. In fact She wanted me to remove it immeadiatly. I put it off, and 6 years later it is still there. It is amazing but nothing falls off of it. I figure it has got to be the Equa Flex that makes it possible. When I upgraded my axles last year, I got the next size up Equa Flex as well. Cattlegards and RR crossings are barely felt by the TT.

I don't put a lot of stock in the marketing propoganda amongst the three brands... They all pretty much work the same way.
time2roll
Nomad
Feb 13, 2016
dodge guy wrote:
smkettner wrote:
I like the HD hardware but I think the 'rubber cushioned' equalizer is a bit overrated.
Fairly easy install. Just a bit of old-school grunt work.

Once you tow wth the rubber cushioned equalizer you will understand how well it works!
I have them actually.
myredracer
Explorer II
Feb 13, 2016
Not sure how believable comparison info. is from the manufacturers. Dexter and Lippert have comparison graphs and MorRyde does not seem to have any comparison info. This page from Dexter shows that the MorRyde equalizer is significantly worse and even worse than a standard equalizer... EZ-flex comparison table. Have not seen the MorRyde equalizer in person but it looks similar to the TrailAir one so not sure why it could be worse than a standard equalizer.

We installed the EZ-Flex equalizers and shock absorbers at the same time and I can't tell if one of these made a significantly greater improvement than the other. All I know is that the two together made a huge improvement in handling, trailer bounce and ride quality in the truck.

These graphs are from Dexter and compares MorRyde and TrailAir.

This graph is from Lippert. Compares to MorRyde but not Dexter (wonder why?!).
Passin_Thru
Explorer
Feb 13, 2016
I have it on a 12K trailer I haul tractors and equipment on. I like it. My TT doesn't have it but if it gets loose willput it on.
dodge_guy
Explorer II
Feb 13, 2016
smkettner wrote:
I like the HD hardware but I think the 'rubber cushioned' equalizer is a bit overrated.
Fairly easy install. Just a bit of old-school grunt work.

Once you tow wth the rubber cushioned equalizer you will understand how well it works!
time2roll
Nomad
Feb 13, 2016
I like the HD hardware but I think the 'rubber cushioned' equalizer is a bit overrated.
Fairly easy install. Just a bit of old-school grunt work.
dodge_guy
Explorer II
Feb 13, 2016
rhagfo wrote:
BarneyS wrote:
EZ Flex installation thread that is stuck at the top of this forum. :B
Barney

X2!
I will add that when I did wet bolts I got some dry Ice and place the bronze bushings in with the dry ice, in our freezer way easier to push in!!

X3! I think my install is the last one posted there. The wet bolts came with my kit. When you look at the pics of mine you can see how badly worn the suspension was!
rhagfo
Explorer III
Feb 13, 2016
BarneyS wrote:
EZ Flex installation thread that is stuck at the top of this forum. :B
Barney

X2!
I will add that when I did wet bolts I got some dry Ice and place the bronze bushings in with the dry ice, in our freezer way easier to push in!!