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Post by ab220vrb on Oct 6, 2020 12:29:34 GMT -5
Has anyone looked at or done a MorRyde CRE 300 suspension upgrade on a Sonic dual axle trailer?
Researching the probability of upgrading the tires with 15" E rated tires and rims, wet bolts, MorRyde CRE300, adding a shock kit, and maybe upgrading the leaf springs to a higher rating. Also, depending on cost, upgrading to a Dexter 3500 axle with larger brakes; even though, more braking capacity isn't really needed. But disk brakes would be a nice "pie in the sky" option with no costs boundaries lol
Part of the issue is finding good data on Lippert axles and cross referencing to what I have. Dexter axles have plenty of good reference material and is very easy to engineer a suspension system.
The frame is another issue of contention that must be considered and very limited info on BAL huck bolt frames as well.
It would be nice to share info with someone who has done this or is considering it
Thanks
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donc
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Post by donc on Dec 23, 2020 13:46:54 GMT -5
I have been considering the MorRyde upgrade to my 19 Sonic 220vbh but have been doing other upgrades before I tackle this one. I finished installing 7500lb stabilizer jacks, Jack it bike rack, Nest thermostat, Coleman Mac bluetooth ac controller, LCI slim shade, back up lighting, reverse camera, and a few other odds and ends. I figure this will be my 2021 project so I can take a break over the holidays and research this further. As i find out more information I will post back.
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donc
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Post by donc on Jan 11, 2021 10:25:28 GMT -5
I just wanted to follow up about this. I finished the install of the MorRyde Cre300-33 with a full wetbolt kit this past weekend. I noticed a difference in the short tow back to the storage unit after i completed the work. So far it seems to have been a worth while upgrade but the true test will be in a few weeks when we go on a trip a few hours away.
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Jim
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Post by Jim on Jun 4, 2021 14:56:36 GMT -5
Just an update on suspensions. We just DIY'd on our Sporttrek, the CR300 MORryde and wetbolt kit along with an X-member installation. Just got back from a 250 mile trip over the Memorial Day weekend. I highly recommend the upgrade. Pulled nicer, less bouncing around and much smoother ride.
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Post by ab220vrb on Jun 10, 2021 12:15:47 GMT -5
The 220VRB is in the shop getting the MorRyde CRE 3000 and wet bolt shackle kit installed. When I get the trailer back I'll be installing the Camp Chef sidekick grille to replace the weak 2 burner stove. Attachments:
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mbentlyesq
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Post by mbentlyesq on Jun 10, 2021 17:17:39 GMT -5
The 220VRB is in the shop getting the MorRyde CRE 3000 and wet bolt shackle kit installed. When I get the trailer back I'll be installing the Camp Chef sidekick grille to replace the weak 2 burner stove. PICTURES PLEASE
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Post by wireman134 on Sept 14, 2021 11:00:19 GMT -5
Just my luck. Have to postpone a trip this week to address elongated holes in shackles. Dexter E-Z Flex K71-652-00 kit on order. With about 24K on my 14' 220VBH I should of addressed the poor quality of these earlier.
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Post by wireman134 on Sept 17, 2021 20:29:03 GMT -5
Got it done. Took about 6 hours total with hand tools. No impact as it tends to spin knurled bolts and over stress hangers. Always tighten the nuts on these. Never tighten a bolt head when nuts are used. Jacked one side of trailer at a time because trailer is on a sloped driveway. Supported frame with 2 6 ton jacks and used a hardwood block notched for gas line on passenger side of trailer. Pumped grease in bolts prior to assembly to make sure holes in bolts lead out grease on to bushing.
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