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steve12975
Reg. Mar 2014
Posted 2014-07-03 5:01 PM (#159697)
Subject: Raising a trailer


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I have a 4 horse gooseneck with LQ and I am thinking of having a welder go underneath the trailer and install some 2" blocks between the frame and the axle brackets to lift the trailer slightly. Does anybody have any experience with this? I have torsion axles so it's not like leafs where I can just flip the axles. Would it significantly change the CG of the trailer or the way it pulls?
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skippyvcu
Reg. May 2006
Posted 2014-07-03 6:17 PM (#159698 - in reply to #159697)
Subject: RE: Raising a trailer


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Our trailer has been blocked 2 inches to get the trailer to set level with the truck. You don't notice the difference except for the step up to get into the trailer. No significant affect on the center of gravity or handling.
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cajunmuleman
Reg. Oct 2011
Posted 2014-07-04 8:02 AM (#159704 - in reply to #159697)
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I had mine raised two inches also with the same results, You do see a little more clearance on top of the tire.
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hosspuller
Reg. Oct 2003
Posted 2014-07-04 10:03 AM (#159705 - in reply to #159697)
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My trailer is blocked 3 inches.  (The max per Sundowner)  Only issue is the taller step for the horses and me.
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Charmer88
Reg. Feb 2007
Posted 2014-07-12 1:59 PM (#159860 - in reply to #159697)
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How much does this cost out of curiosity?
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cajunmuleman
Reg. Oct 2011
Posted 2014-07-13 10:48 AM (#159871 - in reply to #159697)
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I had some other work done at the same time, but if I remember correctly, that portion of the bill was about $1000.00
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CYA Ranch
Reg. Feb 2009
Posted 2014-07-14 7:38 AM (#159882 - in reply to #159697)
Subject: RE: Raising a trailer



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I raised mine 3 inches to make it level with my semi. Its a higher step for me and the horses but its great for going through low spots so the trailer doesn't bottom out. Much easier on the plumbing.
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hosspuller
Reg. Oct 2003
Posted 2014-07-14 9:52 AM (#159886 - in reply to #159860)
Subject: RE: Raising a trailer


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Originally written by Charmer88 on 2014-07-12 10:59 AM

How much does this cost out of curiosity?

 

Depends on the manner of the axle attachment to the trailer.  Bolt on like mine,  a DIY job.  $50 worth of materials.  Welded on ... much more.  The axles will have to be cut off & rewelded.

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bjhouten
Reg. Nov 2004
Posted 2014-07-15 2:05 PM (#159908 - in reply to #159697)
Subject: RE: Raising a trailer



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My 3" lift was done by 4-Star in Weatherford, TX and it was right around $450. Made my trailer fit a lot better on my 2013 Dodge. The added height is no problem for me or the horses.
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