Anyone use or intalled a E-Z Flex suspension?

[Jayco23FB]

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

[elidodge]

The Joy Rider shock kits would be perfect with the e z flex. just wish they wernt so expensive

[ZeeLet50]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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!!

[falconman]

I installed one on our TT several years ago and wouldn't hesitate to do it again. Just be sure that the equalizers are the same height, there are a few options. If you have the tall equalizer as I did and you use a shorter one you will lose wheelwell clearance.

[Drbolasky]

I bought the EZ-Flex with the intention of installing it myself but wound up having my dealer do the install. The difference in how the trailer rides (feels to me as I'm pulling it, that is) is night and day. Really smooths out the bumps from potholes and control joints; less jolting transmitted to the TV. Dishes and utensils in the galley stay where I put them. Worth every penny.

[bobndot]

Things that I would question only because I don't know the answer.


Is it worth it to swap out an EQ. suspension from one brand to another.......
on a non slide TT with 3500# axles ? Things that work or been tested on a HD axle might not have as much affect on a light weight axle.

Would a set of shocks be a better option coupled with the OEM Mor-Ryde that you already have ? IT might be money better spent.

If you do this and the new unit has grease fittings, make sure they installed on the inside , otherwise you might have to remove tires to grease it.

I was told to use bronze parts if that option is offered.

(I meant to type bronze instead of brass, thank you rhagfo)

[BarneyS]

EZ Flex installation thread that is stuck at the top of this forum. :B
Barney