Flipping axle mounts
so what is the going rate for raising the TT by putting the springs on top of the axle? Guy that rewired my brakes told me he could do it for $400.00
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arkie guide wrote:Keep a close eye on the spring hangers. They have been known to fatigue and break. On my previous TT, I pulled into camp and had trouble backing up. It was like I had no control over the TT.
I do mine different - if i want to raise the height of my T.T. - I buy metal plate at 3/8 x 4 bx 8. bolt them to the existing spring hangers and bolt the spring to the new plate. Raise it 4 ;' are more with no problems.No it does not add swing are sag to the trailer.
I got out frustrated, and saw why. I had 3 broken spring hangers! They the back ones on both sides, and one center one. It towed OK going forward as everything stayed straight. Backing up and the axles were going every which way.
I had my brother and wife run home (about 140 miles) and bring back my welder, jacks and stands, while I started prepping for the field repair. I sure was glad to have generator. A couple of days, and I had it back together. I don't want to ever do the again.
I mention this because it sounds like your plates may put additional stress on the hangers.
