Lift kit for 3171 or 3170

[Deaver]

Originally Posted by benagi

I ordered the above roller but big problem.

Sorry Ben for the Non-Fit. Hope you are able to work it out

[benagi]

Originally Posted by Deaver

Sorry Ben for the Non-Fit. Hope you are able to work it out

NP Deaver, we'll figure it out.

[ATVer]

IMO if you are dragging the rear so much you think you need a roller I would be figuring out some way to drag less. When you drag the rear you put undue stress on the rear frame rail extensions and fiberglass coach in an upward direction instead of a normal designed downward load. The lower sides around the hatches and bottom of the slide cutouts go from normal compression loading to tension which can cause cracks at the corners of the openings. This is not an issue for infrequent minor dragging but the rollers will only mask severe dragging that can damage things. If you put on rollers make sure they are only as low as absolutely needed to protect the receiver. Also if you don't use the hitch or rarely use it, why not remove it and reinstall only when needed.

[benagi]

Originally Posted by ATVer

IMO if you are dragging the rear so much you think you need a roller I would be figuring out some way to drag less. When you drag the rear you put undue stress on the rear frame rail extensions and fiberglass coach in an upward direction instead of a normal designed downward load. The lower sides around the hatches and bottom of the slide cutouts go from normal compression loading to tension which can cause cracks at the corners of the openings. This is not an issue for infrequent minor dragging but the rollers will only mask severe dragging that can damage things. If you put on rollers make sure they are only as low as absolutely needed to protect the receiver. Also if you don't use the hitch or rarely use it, why not remove it and reinstall only when needed.

Our unit drags out in the street every time we pull in and out of our driveway. We did move all the heavy stuff in the back to the front, so there is less dragging. As I stated above, we had to send the roller back because it will not fit on the existing receiver hitch. So we didn't even get to test it. We will be pulling a boat occasionally. Curious to see how much it will drag then.

[bgilly]

Could have tried this hitch extender: https://www.etrailer.com/Hitch-Acces...rt/C45791.html
Place the skid wheel on the extender receiver without the interference of the chain hooks of the chassis receiver.
Yea - it's sticking the receiver out there and it could exert quite a bit of force (weight) on the extender/receiver however, its pick your evils. Either drag on lift pads, receiver, receiver skids or use the extender with the skid wheel.

I have a receiver splitter so that I can tow my toad and carry my bike rack: https://www.etrailer.com/Accessories.../RM-077-4.html
I considered installing my skid wheel on that. I no longer need the splitter since I have added a receiver on the front of the coach and place my bike rack up there. I didn't care for the bikes hanging so close to the front of the toad.

Bobby

[papap]

Going to drive mine without roller. Then decide if I'm just going to weld the roller to hitch if needed,

[coldj]

What is the optimum pressure for the Firestone air bags in the rear of my Forester? I don't think mine was ever inflated.


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[Boso]

Don't think many use rollers just air up bags I thought about roller when I first got mine but it never drags when aired up 75psi but mine have been leaking down to as low as 45psi still don't drag leaving driveway or over curbing


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[steverkemp]

65-70 lbs. IMO

[steverkemp]

Originally Posted by Boso

Don't think many use rollers just air up bags I thought about roller when I first got mine but it never drags when aired up 75psi but mine have been leaking down to as low as 45psi still don't drag leaving driveway or over curbing


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+1

[Deaver]

Originally Posted by coldj

What is the optimum pressure for the Firestone air bags in the rear of my Forester? I don't think mine was ever inflated.


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Firestone states a minimum of 5 Lbs. I agree with steverkemp, 65-70 Lbs

I like a little weight shift to the front and use the same range. I find mine handles better in this range as well

[n-e-d]

Firestone states a minimum of 5 Lbs. I agree with steverkemp, 65-70 Lbs

I like a little weight shift to the front and use the same range. I find mine handles better in this range as well
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X2 Deaver, Run my air bags at 70#. First two trips at ? pounds were a little discerning thought the steering box wacked. Fixed the airline to the bags pumped them up and last trip was unbelieveably better

[benagi]

X2 Deaver, Run my air bags at 70#. First two trips at ? pounds were a little discerning thought the steering box wacked. Fixed the airline to the bags pumped them up and last trip was unbelieveably better[/QUOTE]

Ned, did it feel like you had a lot of play in the steering? Thx, Ben

[n-e-d]

Ned, did it feel like you had a lot of play in the steering? Thx, Ben

Yes Like I said I thought the problem was the steering box. Spent 6 hours turning wheel 2-3 inches to right then back to the left then back again to keep MH in a straight line. Fixed the problem I had with my airbags and drove lots better

[papap]

I installed the wireless air system on mine. I had trouble with the filter not working correctly. They over nighters me a new filter. It works great now. I pressure mine up to drive then drop the pressure off before leveling camper with lift system.

[benagi]

Originally Posted by papap

I installed the wireless air system on mine. I had trouble with the filter not working correctly. They over nighters me a new filter. It works great now. I pressure mine up to drive then drop the pressure off before leveling camper with lift system.

Papap, what system are you using? Does it come with the compressor, and if so, where did you install it?

[papap]

This is what I installed. I put mine inside the compartment right in front of the back driver side wheels. Keeps it out the weather. I call and asked them about this before doing the install. They said it was a great place to install it.

Amazon.com: AIR LIFT 72000 Wireless Air Leveling Compressor: Automotive

[papap]

This is how I hooked mine up. I got the idea from Oldflat on here. It works great this way. Bout part at Auto parts store. Less than $10.

[n-e-d]

I really like papap's air compressor system. I have a buddy who swears by his on a Ford dually TV. But I just ordered the TST 507 TPMS with 2 extra monitors figuring I'll keep an eye on air bag pressures and how the rig handles at varing pressures before jumping on a compressor

[Deaver]

The Air Lift Wireless Air System is a little cheaper - HERE