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    To All,

    I seek advice regarding a possible upgrade to the suspension of my 2019 Grand Design Reflection travel trailer. This is a 33' unit with a GVWR of 9,495 lbs. It has tandem Dexter axles with GAWR ratings of 4,400 lbs. each. We've logged approximately 19,000 miles to date and are now planning a long cross country trip for later this year.

    Is it worth replacing the stock suspension components with a heavier equalizer, heavier shackles, bronze leaf spring bushings and wet bolts? This would be a purely preventive measure, as I am not aware of any problems with the current system. I'm considering the following system: https://www.etrailer.com/qs/389028UQ. If such an up-grade would be worthwhile, are there any downsides, e.g., adverse pressure on leaf springs, affects on towing, etc.

    I welcome any thoughts.

    Thank you,

    Paul

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    6 minutes ago, richard5933 said:

    Both are equally at risk if fully discharged. Other than lithium batteries (a whole other conversation) no deep cycle battery does well if discharged below 50%. The more you do this the more the battery is damaged/aged/wears out prematurely.

    Six volt batteries give you more capacity per cubic inch, and often in a package that will last longer due to being able to use thicker plates inside. With two 12v batteries in parallel you will add the capacity of the two together, and with two 6v batteries in series you add the voltage together but keep the capacity the same. But, since many 6v batteries of the same physical size as a 12v will have more than twice the amp hour capacity of a 12v battery, you do better with the two 6v batteries.

    I prefer Trojan batteries, but there are other top-line batteries which will perform about the same. 

    I really appreciate your input. Thank you.

    Paul

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    2 hours ago, richard5933 said:

    Really depends on how much space you have in the battery storage area and how willing you are to reconfigure things a bit. Have you considered going with two 6-volt batteries instead of 12-volt?

    Running two 6-volt batteries in series will often give you more storage capacity than two 12-volt batteries in parallel. There are also more options in the 6-volt batteries available. 

    Richard,

    I haven't used the 6 volts due to my lack of experience with them. I have space for 2 batteries. If two 6 volts would give me more storage capacity , I'm absolutely good with that option. What brand(s) and specifications would you look for? 

     Also, are 6 and 12 volt batteries equally at risk of permanent capacity loss if fully discharged?

    Thanks,

    Paul 

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    I have a 33' Grand Design Reflection travel trailer. It came with one Ultra Power RV24 battery. We sometimes dry camp for up to 2 days at a time. The one battery doesn't last long enough, and I would like to minimize generator use. I would like to replace this one with two new 12 volt batteries wired together. I would appreciate any thoughts and recommendations on what to buy.

    Thanks,

    Paul 

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    We put the Goodyear Endurance tires on the trailer yesterday. It's obviously too early for any meaningful report. But what I can initially say is that a friend of ours immediately noticed less flex in the side walls as I made the tight turns into our storage spot. I'm pleased with that. I also decided to have a second spare mounted given the distance on our upcoming trip. 

    Thanks again for all of your input.

    Ken, I'm surprised to hear about the Michelins. Thanks for the input on the Coopers.

    Paul

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