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    dexter suspension kit fender raise needed?

    Hey guys, I ordered the dexter suspension kit to help with all of the trailer noise on my 2010 trailstar trailer for my nitro z8.

    I have read where some people had to raise their fenders , specifically on fiberglass fender boats.

    Does anyone with metal fenders have any clearance issues with the dexter suspension kit addition?

    Thanks for the help.
    John Woodward

    2010 Nitro Z8

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    Installed one on my single axle 2019 Z19 trailer last summer and no clearance issues whatsoever.
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    The current hanger height vs the hanger height in the kit is the only variable, my application was exact measurements so no issue, I speculate some people were getting a hanger that is half the height, causing a lowering into the fenders.
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    I didn't have any issues with the metal fenders on my 2006 929 CDX when I did this upgrade.

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    #5
    probably got the wrong equalizer.
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    #6
    I had to raise mine one inch. The equalizer was identical.. I do believe it has only been some fiberglass fenders 2019/20 which are very close from the factory.
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    #7
    Installed last year on 2011 Z8 trailer with Metal Fenders...standard sized tires 205-75R/14...and no issues with clearance.

    Good luck.

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    #8
    Had to raise mine 1" on a 2017 with fiberglass fenders
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    Thanks for all the replies guys! sounds like i shouldnt have any issues with the metal fenders.
    John Woodward

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    Got a 2012 Z8 tandem. What's the dexter part number to order?

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    Anyone know the dexter part number for a 2014 tandem Z8?
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