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Instruction Manual for LIPPERT models including: CCD-0001409, CCD-0001409 Road Armor Tandem Axle Equalizer, CCD-0001409, Road Armor Tandem Axle Equalizer, Armor Tandem Axle Equalizer, Tandem Axle Equalizer, Axle Equalizer
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DocumentDocumentRoad ArmorTM Tandem Axle Equalizer OEM INSTALLATION MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS System Information 2 Safety 3 Resources Required 4 Installation 4 System Information The Lippert Road ArmorTM Equalizer features a new, stamped steel design integrating both time-proven natural rubber inserts and oil-impregnated bushings for a smoother movement. The Road Armor Equalizer was designed as a "drop-in" replacement for a standard equalizer setup, which means that there is no additional drilling or welding needed for installation. For additional support on this product, please visit: https://support.lci1.com/road-armor NOTE: Images used in this document are for reference only when assembling, installing and/or operating this product. Actual appearance of provided and/or purchased parts and assemblies may differ. Rev: 02.06.25 Page 2 CCD-0001409 Safety Read and understand all instructions before installing or operating this product. Adhere to all safety labels. This manual provides general instructions. Many variables can change the circumstances of the instructions, i.e., the degree of difficulty, operation and ability of the individual performing the instructions. This manual cannot begin to plot out instructions for every possibility, but provides the general instructions, as necessary, for effectively interfacing with the device, product or system. Failure to correctly follow the provided instructions may result in death, serious personal injury, severe product and/or property damage, including voiding of the Lippert limited warranty. The "WARNING" symbol above is a sign that a procedure has a safety risk involved and may cause death or serious personal injury if not performed safely and within the parameters set forth in this manual. Failure to follow instructions provided in this manual may result in death, serious personal injury and/or severe product and property damage, including voiding of the component warranty. Ensure that the trailer is properly supported before performing any trailer work. Follow the trailer manufacturer's recommendations for lifting and supporting the trailer. Use proper personal protective equipment. The "CAUTION" symbol above is a sign that a safety risk is involved and may cause personal injury and/or product or property damage if not safely adhered to and within the parameters set forth in this manual. Always wear eye protection when performing service, maintenance or installation procedures. Other safety equipment to consider would be hearing protection, gloves and possibly a full face shield, depending on the nature of the task. Rev: 02.06.25 Page 3 CCD-0001409 Resources Required · 1 to 2 persons · Pneumatic air or impact gun · 11/16" deep well socket · 3/4" deep well socket · 13/16" deep well socket · Hammer · Torque wrench (ft-lb) Installation NOTE: Reference Fig. 1 for component clarification during installation. 1. Install the Road Armor Equalizer into the center frame hanger. The Road Armor Equalizer label should be facing out. 2. Install the equalizer bolt through the equalizer hanger outside plate, the top most bronze equalizer bushing, and through the equalizer hanger inside plate. Fig. 1 Frame Rail Frame Hanger Road Armor Equalizer Equalizer Bolt Shackle Bolts Shackle Link Pivot Arm Leaf Spring Rotation Stop Rev: 02.06.25 Page 4 CCD-0001409 3. Use a hammer or a piece of steel tube (for bolts with a grease fitting) and drive the bolt into the equalizer hanger outside plate, until the bolt head is seated against the hanger surface. 4. Both the shackle bolts and equalizer bolt must be installed from the outside in toward the center of the trailer chassis. This ensures that the bolt threads do not interfere with any other assemblies. This applies to bolts with or without grease fittings. 5. Thread a nut onto the exposed equalizer bolt thread until the nut seats against the hanger. Tighten the nut until it bottoms out on the bolt shoulder at 30-50 ft-lbs (41-68 Nm). 6. Place the axles into the normal operating position. 7. Attach the new shackle links with shackle bolts and mounting nuts. NOTE: The short shackle links (2.25" (57 mm) hole space dimension) will be used for 29.5" (749 mm) hanger spacing and the long shackle links (3.125" (79 mm) hole space dimension) will be used for 30.5" (774 mm) hanger spacing (Fig.2). Generally, the 33.5" (850 mm) wheel center spacing uses the short shackle links and the 35.5" (902 mm) wheel spacing uses the long shackle links. 8. Tighten the nuts until they bottom out on the bolt shoulder at 30-50 ft-lbs (41-68 Nm). 9. Lower the trailer chassis, axles and wheel assemblies evenly to the ground. 10. To ensure that the shackle links do not flip either up or down, lower the trailer with even weight distribution and without any jarring movements. The trailer MUST NOT be dropped to the ground. 11. The installation of the Lippert Road Armor Equalizer is now complete (Fig. 2). Fig. 2 29.5" or 30.5" Hanger Spacing (749 mm or 774 mm) 29.5" or 30.5" Hanger Spacing (749 mm or 774 mm) 33.5" or 35.5" Wheel Center Spacing (850 mm or 902 mm) NOTE: The short shackle links (2.25" (57 mm) hole space dimension) will be used for 29.5" (749 mm) hanger spacing and the long shackle links (3.125" (79 mm) hole space dimension) will be used for 30.5" (774 mm) hanger spacing. Generally, the 33.5" (850 mm) wheel center spacing uses the short shackle links and the 35.5" (902 mm) wheel spacing uses the long shackle links. Rev: 02.06.25 Page 5 CCD-0001409 The contents of this manual are proprietary and copyright protected by Lippert. Lippert prohibits the copying or dissemination of portions of this manual unless prior written consent from an authorized Lippert representative has been provided. Any unauthorized use shall void any applicable warranty. The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice and at the sole discretion of Lippert. Revised editions are available for free download from lippert.com. Please recycle all obsolete materials. For all concerns or questions, please contact Lippert Ph: 432-LIPPERT (432-547-7378) | Web: lippert.com | Email: customerservice@lci1.com