How to Raise a 2005 Jayco Jay Feather 18F

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If the 18f unloaded vehicle weight is 4000 lbs. will the non axle solution you proposed adequately support the weight of the trailer when loaded?

asked by: Doug

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I do have an option for you but there would be no way to lift your trailer using your existing half torsion axle system as they just don't make anything to allow for this. The only option you have to raise the trailer would be to install a new system with built-in lift like the Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension System part # ASR3500S06 which will retain the same torsion axle design and install in a very similar fashion which you can see in the attached install video. This will be the only option we have for you to raise the trailer.

In order to add new brakes and hub/drums you can use both the Electric Trailer Brake Kit part # AKEBRK-35-SA and the Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly part # AKHD-545-35-EZ-K (2). If the hub/drums you have now use a L68149 inner and L44649 outer bearing then you can just reuse them.

If you would like to know exactly how much it will raise the trailer you can measure from the bottom of the frame to the center of the spindle. That same distance on this system is 7-1/2" so the difference between this and the system you have now will give you the amount of height gained.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Doug

1/14/2019

If the 18f unloaded vehicle weight is 4000 lbs. will the non axle solution you proposed adequately support the weight of the trailer when loaded?

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Conner L.

1/14/2019

The information I was able to pull on a 2005 Jayco Jay Feather 18F shows a dry weight of 2,735 lbs which means a 3,500 system would be best. However, if you have a dry weight of 4,000 lbs then I would actually upgrade to the 5,200 lb system, part # TASR5200S03. This would also require that you use the Electric Trailer Brake Kit part # AKEBRK-7-SA with the Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly part # AKHD-655-6-EZ-K (2). For a set of compatible wheel/tires, I recommend the Goodyear Endurance ST225/75R15 Radial Tire w/ 15" Silver Modular Wheel - 6 on 5-1/2 - LR E Item # LH33FR. Since you have a 5 on 4-1/2" hubs with 10" brakes now I would think that you have a 3,500 axle so before you proceed, I recommend that you check to see that the weight of your loaded trailer does not exceed the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR). If you are not over the GVWR then the 5,200 lb system would be best for you and allow for a bit of room for error.

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Answer 1

Hey Ricky, yes the Dexter Nev-R Adjust assemblies part #23-458-459 that you referenced will fit a 5.2k 12 inch drum like you have. The 6k and 5.2k axles use the same size drums. Are you by chance wanting better braking strength?

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Answer 2

Hello Mark. The Easy Grease Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly #AKHD-655-6-EZ-K comes with a single hub. True, the brake assemblies are generally sold in pairs, but the hubs are sold individually. The #AKHD-655-6-EZ-K hub comes pre-greased so you get your…

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Answer 3

Based on the photo and information you provided, I can tell you have 12 x 2 inch Dexter brake assemblies for 5.2K axles, for which the Electric Trailer Brake Kit #AKEBRK-7-SA will be an excellent replacement. These are self-adjusting brakes so they…

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Yes, the Dexter manual adjust brakes can indeed be replaced with Dexter Nev-R-Adjust brakes. The correct set of Dexter Nev-R-Adjust brakes for your 5,200 lb axle is part #23-458-459. These are the standard 12" x 2' brakes with a 5 bolt…

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Answer 5

Dexter brake assemblies like the part #23-458-459 are essentially the best ones on the market. They use the best materials and and incredibly reliable and well-made. That being said the etrailer.com brand assemblies part #AKEBRK-7-SA are also very…

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You can verify that the 10-19 grease seal included in Bearing Kit #BK2-100 is the correct one for your spindles by taking two measurements. First you want to measure the rear hub bore where the seal is inserted. The seal's outer diameter needs to…

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Answer 7

I have included a link to a video on adjusting self-adjusting brakes. Basically there is a device on the adjustment wheel on these brakes that prevents the shoes from adjusting back inward. You have to sort of move that out of the way to be able to…

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Answer 8

Self-adjusting brakes #AKEBRK-7-SA do not require that you travel in reverse for them to adjust. They can adjust themselves going forward or backward. Keep in mind that even self-adjusting brakes require 1 initial adjustment. You could just install…

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Answer 9

Depending on how the trailer was made, there will be a few spots you can check to identify the axle. First, if the trailer was pre-made by a specific company, you may be able to find this information in either the paperwork or on a placard somewhere…

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Answer 10

That is a neat looking camper. 1989 was a good year. Honestly, the same answer will apply to the brakes on your 1989 Silver Streak Travel Trailer. The 12" x 2" brakes are still standard. We will just need to make sure that the brake…

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Answer 11

Tru-Ryde double-lip grease seal kit #RG06-050 will work as a replacement for Hayes seal 09103305 or Al-Ko seal 568861 since these parts all share the same inner diameter of 1.719-inches and the same outer diameter of 2.565-inches. Part #RG06-050 is a…

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Answer 12

The TruRyde double lip grease seal set you referenced, part #RG06-050, is indeed the correct grease seal for use on a number 84 spindle with inner bearing #L68149 and outer bearing #L44649. The reference numbers you gave are the seal part numbers…

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