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Old 08-07-2018, 12:14 PM   #141
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In my experience a three inch lift is indiscernible from the drivers seat except that the trailer wont drag nearly as often. #JustSayin
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Old 08-07-2018, 12:15 PM   #142
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In my experience a three inch lift is indiscernible from the drivers seat except that the trailer wont drag nearly as often. #JustSayin


That said, I wouldn’t pull an Airstream that isn’t raised. It’s just so much better!

My next build will be raised five or maybe even six inches from stock.
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Old 09-30-2018, 07:58 PM   #144
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Airstream design makes it Superior to other trailer profiles !!

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Keeping air away from the underside of the trailer in a crosswind is aerodynamic stability.

Ask yourself why these trailers were low to the ground in the first place. Nor entirely true. [ Airflow around and under an Airstream from a cross wind is not as destabilizing as you think. ]

Crosswinds initiate the majority of loss-of-control accidents. The volume of air allowed under a trailer simply initiates faster rollover. [incorrect for Airstreams !! ]



There’s no free lunch in raising a trailer. Go back and note the NOT expensive repair price by Inland Andy. [ He is a dishonest Charlatan !! ]

If the TT goes over, the TV is likely to as well.



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The tow vehicle and hitch setup would have more affect on the handling of the whole rig than wind on a raised trailer. The only disadvantage is a slightly higher center of gravity unloaded with all else being equal.
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and your mother-in-law (maybe she once said "that trailer looks too low").

Brilliant!
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Old 01-02-2021, 12:44 PM   #146
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I don't always agree with slowmover, but he has driven trucks more miles than most anyone here and at least deserves some respect for what he has learned.
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