Raising the Floor

[donhillphoto]

So, I'm so frustrated now that I'm thinking of raising the base of my TT (X-Lite 261BHXL) at least 6" or more. I've scraped the plumbing from the black/gray tank as it's way lower than I'd like to see. It's when I'm coming down off the road into a parking lot or something. I just scraped the bottom and usually pops off the cap and scrapes the bottom. It's a matter of time before it rips a big hole or knocks the tanks off.

First, is this a good idea? And if so, what might I expect to pay to have this done? Thoughts?

Thanks.

[BobBaron]

I've heard that a few have done an "axle flip". You might want to reseach that option.
As for myself, I prefer the lower frame as I'm pulling with an SUV. It makes a more comfortable pull with less wind resistance (also better MPG).

My drive is on a slope so I put some blocks under the tires when backing up, just in case. Haven't scaped anything yet but haven't done much travelling either as we just got it last month.

[B and B]

Originally Posted by donhillphoto

So, I'm so frustrated now that I'm thinking of raising the base of my TT (X-Lite 261BHXL) at least 6" or more. I've scraped the plumbing from the black/gray tank as it's way lower than I'd like to see. It's when I'm coming down off the road into a parking lot or something. I just scraped the bottom and usually pops off the cap and scrapes the bottom. It's a matter of time before it rips a big hole or knocks the tanks off.

First, is this a good idea? And if so, what might I expect to pay to have this done? Thoughts?

Thanks.

Hello,

It might be possible to have a factory lift kit installed on your axles? Are they Torsion? If they are leaf springs you can have the axle dropped below the springs.
I have a lift kit on my Rockwood due to clearance issues with the box and tire rub potential.

Brian

[donhillphoto]

Originally Posted by B and B

Hello,

It might be possible to have a factory lift kit installed on your axles? Are they Torsion? If they are leaf springs you can have the axle dropped below the springs.
I have a lift kit on my Rockwood due to clearance issues with the box and tire rub potential.

Brian

I believe leaf springs but not sure. Haven't looked though I could probably look it up. How much did that set you back if you don't mind?

[Thekipkers]

I drug the rear of our 262bhxl as well, those rear triangles were pretty much flat. I contacted our dealership as well as a trailer repair facility, both said an axle flip would be no problem. I'm sorry I don't remember exact cost but believe the repair place quoted me around 2k, This was for changing up the hangers and such to a better design.

Your suspension should be leaf spring with the axle sitting on top.


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