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04-11-2017, 07:15 PM
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#41
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3 Rivet Member
2017 22' Sport
2021 27' Globetrotter
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See next post
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04-11-2017, 07:17 PM
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#42
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3 Rivet Member
2017 22' Sport
2021 27' Globetrotter
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Dexter 3" lift kit for single axle available for sale: k71-724-02-dexter-torflex-lift-kit-11-torflex-axle. PM if interested
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04-11-2017, 07:26 PM
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#43
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Rivet Master
2022 25' Flying Cloud
NCR
, Ontario
Join Date: Feb 2017
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pm me if you are interested in the other half of the
k71-724-04 - with #11 dual axle kit
pictures and prices posted above
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04-21-2017, 05:20 PM
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#44
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3 Rivet Member
2017 22' Sport
2021 27' Globetrotter
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Quote:
Originally Posted by SilverLife
Dexter 3" lift kit for single axle available for sale: k71-724-02-dexter-torflex-lift-kit-11-torflex-axle. PM if interested
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Sold
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06-08-2017, 02:03 AM
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#45
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2 Rivet Member
2012 22' FB Sport
Seattle
, Washington
Join Date: Apr 2014
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To all those who have installed the lift kit on a 22FB, how did you handle the gas line that runs through the OEM bracket? Did you disconnect and reroute, leave as is and just drop down, or ? How is it working out?
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06-11-2017, 11:30 AM
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#46
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Rivet Master
2008 22' Safari
Spicewood (W of Austin)
, Texas
Join Date: Mar 2015
Posts: 2,950
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I had to go out and look beneath my 22' Sport to see what you were asking .... in mine ... the gas line to the refrigerator does not pass thru the axle brackets. It runs aft of the axle, and passes within a short section of PEX (to protect it from road debris cast off by the tire) and travels directly up into the coach.
The only "line" passing anywhere near the axle is an electric line for the roadside brake assembly...but it also does not pass "thru" the axle bracket....but instead thru a hole in the frame above the axle and is not a concern. No need to deal with it at all.
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06-11-2017, 08:32 PM
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#47
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2 Rivet Member
2012 22' FB Sport
Seattle
, Washington
Join Date: Apr 2014
Posts: 72
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Interesting. My 2012 22 Sport has a gas line as shown.
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06-12-2017, 01:18 PM
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#48
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Rivet Master
2008 22' Safari
Spicewood (W of Austin)
, Texas
Join Date: Mar 2015
Posts: 2,950
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Wow!... they must have been trying to save a little copper to route your gas line that way. My own line passes over the middle of the axle between the axle and sheet-metal bottom. Lowering the axle had no effect whatsoever.
I'd recommend you disconnect the line, drop the axle, then re-route OVER the axle and reconnect. Bending horizontally to clear the axle, the re-straightening it over the axle one time, shouldn't pose too much stress on the line.
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07-13-2017, 09:35 AM
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#49
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2 Rivet Member
2017 16' Sport
San Diego and Julian
, California
Join Date: Apr 2016
Posts: 72
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This is a great thread. We are about to head off on a long trip, but we are very interested in lifting the Bambi when we return. Reading through the posts it seems that the trailers of concern are 19'ers and longer. Does anyone have experience, or thoughts, about lifting a 16'. Is there anything about the 16' that is particular for a lift that has not already been addressed?
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07-25-2017, 04:40 PM
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#50
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New Member
2018 22' Sport
Menlo Park
, California
Join Date: Jun 2017
Posts: 4
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1/2 of new Dexter Torflex Lift Kit K71-724-02 available for $90 plus shipping. PM me if interested.
Thanks
-Ken
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07-25-2017, 05:31 PM
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#51
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2 Rivet Member
2017 16' Sport
San Diego and Julian
, California
Join Date: Apr 2016
Posts: 72
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We did it, and before leaving for a long trip. Using a set of Dexter lift kit, we got the 16' up in a weekend. Fortunate for owners of 16ers, Dexter sells the spacer bars in a single pair.
Thanks to everyone who posted their experiences and ideas on the matter. You all inspired us
Sandy
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07-25-2017, 09:15 PM
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#52
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Rivet Master
2008 22' Safari
Spicewood (W of Austin)
, Texas
Join Date: Mar 2015
Posts: 2,950
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Quote:
Originally Posted by SanAndVin
We did it, and before leaving for a long trip. Using a set of Dexter lift kit, we got the 16' up in a weekend. Fortunate for owners of 16ers, Dexter sells the spacer bars in a single pair.
Thanks to everyone who posted their experiences and ideas on the matter. You all inspired us
Sandy
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The smaller Sports often have the #10 axle for which single kits are sold. The others (22', etc. and the Flying Clouds) usually have the #11 axle for which only double sets are sold. Check YOUR axle label before ordering.
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07-26-2017, 05:04 PM
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#53
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Rivet Master
2022 25' Flying Cloud
NCR
, Ontario
Join Date: Feb 2017
Posts: 3,085
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pls PM if you are interested.
i still have the 1/2 kit
someone else bailed on me at the last minutes
cost to ship from CAN -> USA for the weight of this is around $50
please advise
pics can be seen in page 4 of this posting
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Originally Posted by waninae39
The order for k71-724-04 - with #11 dual axle kit arrived today
if anyone wants the other half pls PM me. the cost is half of U$177 ( ie U$88.50) plus shipping to you. serious offers only for this solid price.
Pls PM me your exact Address so that i can get a quote for shipping , plus how you can pay me. I can receive a paypal payment if that is ok for you. if not advise an alternate prepayment before i ship
here is what you will get plus a copy of the 3 page install guide
Not- you only get TWO brackets, the other photo is just from another angle
the items in the box weigh 15 lbs
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08-01-2017, 08:35 PM
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#54
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3 Rivet Member
Seattle
, Washington
Join Date: Apr 2017
Posts: 160
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Has anyone had a lift kit such as this installed by a dealer as part of an 22’ Sport deal?
Does installing a lift kit affect the AS warranty in any way?
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08-02-2017, 02:10 PM
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#55
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Rivet Master
2008 22' Safari
Spicewood (W of Austin)
, Texas
Join Date: Mar 2015
Posts: 2,950
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ijoe13
Has anyone had a lift kit such as this installed by a dealer as part of an 22’ Sport deal?
Does installing a lift kit affect the AS warranty in any way?
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Ijoe... I'm not picking on you at all... I promise. ... But WHY are you asking US yea-hoos (who have no responsibility to warranty your trailer) if someone ELSE will do the work and stand by it? I strongly urge you to call the folks that can give you a straight and meaningful answer.... and then report back here what was said...
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08-02-2017, 04:38 PM
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#56
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3 Rivet Member
Seattle
, Washington
Join Date: Apr 2017
Posts: 160
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Boxite
Ijoe... I'm not picking on you at all... I promise. ... But WHY are you asking US yea-hoos (who have no responsibility to warranty your trailer) if someone ELSE will do the work and stand by it? I strongly urge you to call the folks that can give you a straight and meaningful answer.... and then report back here what was said...
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No offense meant. I’m simply curious about users’ experiences with this particular item.
I can for example have an aftermarket “whatever” installed on my truck by my dealer and have it not void my warranty.
I plan on contacting my local dealer with a list of questions and this will be one of them.
Cheers!
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08-08-2017, 08:58 PM
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#57
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2 Rivet Member
2012 22' FB Sport
Seattle
, Washington
Join Date: Apr 2014
Posts: 72
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Well, I finally installed the lift kit on my 2012 22FB. Not an easy task for an old man to squeeze into tight places and torque bolts at 150ft/lbs, but very pleased with the outcome. Wouldn't recommend this without the right tools, which I found to be an impact wrench to remove the old bolts, a good jack and stands, and a good torque wrench.
I couldn't lower the axle with the gas line running through the existing bracket, so I had to cut it (couldn't slip out through the bracket due to the size of the fittings), and replace. That turned out to be a fairly easy task, copper tubing (Type L) and a flaring tool from HD for about $50.
Overall, I like the look of the trailer. The extra clearance at both the tail and the tongue should be a great help on rough roads, off-level campsites, and gutters between the streets and gas stations. Just took a short drive and it rides nicely. Looking forward to a longer trip.
Like others, I know have a left-over 1/2 kit to lift your single axle trailer. Dexter K71-724-04 for sale - $80 + shipping (15lb) or free pick up in Seattle. PM me if interested.
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08-08-2017, 10:35 PM
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#58
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3 Rivet Member
Seattle
, Washington
Join Date: Apr 2017
Posts: 160
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ChrisnPatty
Well, I finally installed the lift kit on my 2012 22FB. Not an easy task for an old man to squeeze into tight places and torque bolts at 150ft/lbs, but very pleased with the outcome. Wouldn't recommend this without the right tools, which I found to be an impact wrench to remove the old bolts, a good jack and stands, and a good torque wrench.
I couldn't lower the axle with the gas line running through the existing bracket, so I had to cut it (couldn't slip out through the bracket due to the size of the fittings), and replace. That turned out to be a fairly easy task, copper tubing (Type L) and a flaring tool from HD for about $50.
Overall, I like the look of the trailer. The extra clearance at both the tail and the tongue should be a great help on rough roads, off-level campsites, and gutters between the streets and gas stations. Just took a short drive and it rides nicely. Looking forward to a longer trip.
Like others, I know have a left-over 1/2 kit to lift your single axle trailer. Dexter K71-724-04 for sale - $80 + shipping (15lb) or free pick up in Seattle. PM me if interested.
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I’m in Seattle, but don’t have a Sport 22 (yet), so if nobody else buys this off of you in the next month or two, I may take it off your hands.
Also, if you’re able to, post a photo of your newly lifted AS.
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08-13-2017, 02:23 PM
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#59
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2 Rivet Member
2012 22' FB Sport
Seattle
, Washington
Join Date: Apr 2014
Posts: 72
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Before and After Pics
Before (desert and mountains) and after (lot) pictures with lift kit installed. Doesn't look like much, but 3 inches should make a big difference.
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08-13-2017, 05:21 PM
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#60
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3 Rivet Member
Seattle
, Washington
Join Date: Apr 2017
Posts: 160
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ChrisnPatty
Before (desert and mountains) and after (lot) pictures with lift kit installed. Doesn't look like much, but 3 inches should make a big difference.
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Nice! The difference is noticeable. I presume the towing characteristics haven’t been affected?
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