Do Trailer Leaf Springs Have to Face a Certain Direction
Question:
I have a trailer with brakes. Does it matter if the spring leaf clip is forward or aft of the Axel? I suspect the clip is there only for spring assembly, stacking of the leafs, but wonder if it might also have something to contribute when braking and torsion is added to the spring.
asked by: Alan T
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Expert Reply:
The clip that goes around 3 of the leaves of the 5-Leaf Spring part # e34SR that you referenced can go either in front of the axle or behind it. Either way would be perfectly fine.
I attached an FAQ on trailer suspension for you to check out as well.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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5-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 6,000-lb Trailer Axles - 25-1/4" Long
- Trailer Leaf Springs
- Double Eye Springs
- 6000 lbs
- 1-3/4 Inch Wide
- 5 Leaf
- 25-1/4 Inch Long
- Painted
- etrailer
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Stan O.
11/10/2021
Can you purchase the clips for leaf springs and install on both ends? Does the installed direction of the spring clip really matter? What is the purpose of the spring clip?