Expert Answers about Chevrolet Trailer Ramp Springs
- Choosing/Sizing the Correct Trailer Ramp Spring for a Ramp Door
- When selecting ramp springs for a trailer ramp, you will want to know the diameter of your hinge pin and how much space you have available in the hinge. A typical horse trailer or utility trailer ramp uses 3/4 inch hinge pins and would require two ramp springs with a 3/4 inch inner diameter.
The ramp springs that we carry fit 1-1/2 inch diameter hinge pins and are designed for use with heavy-duty steel ramps like those on equipment trailers or car haulers. The spring slips over the hinge...
view full answer... - Can All Left or Right Heavy Duty Trailer Ramp Springs be Used to Replace 2 Ramps with 1 Long Ramp
- Since you are removing the 2 ramps and putting in a single ramp then you can use all left or all right ramp springs as long as they engage the ramp like they are supposed to and there is room to mount them.
Regarding your follow-up question, yes, that is correct. The spring tension will occur when the ramp opens. That tension will help support the weight when lowering and when lifting the ramp.
It sounds like you have a good handle on this already!
view full answer... - Can Heavy Duty Trailer Ramp Springs be Used on a Bobcat Trailer
- The ramp spring # RS16933LH does fit heavy equipment trailers that have a 1-1/2 inch diameter shaft (or hinge pin where the ramps pivot). It is a weld on application so I am sure that if your trailer has the proper diameter shaft then you can use these springs.
There is a left spring, # RS16933LH, and a right spring, # RS16933RH, and you would not want to mix them up because they would not mount properly to be able to function as they should.
These springs are rated for 2,000 foot pounds...
view full answer... - Availability of Replacement Ramp Springs for 6" Ramp Springs
- The closest springs that we have to what you are looking for are the 4" springs # RS16933LH for the left hand side and # RS16933RH for the right hand side. These are rated for 2,000 ft/lbs and will do a good job at helping you lift your ramps.
I would try checking to see what your current springs are rated for as well. If you have an older trailer then it could be that they are simply wearing out but if it is a newer trailer then you may need springs that are more heavy duty.
view full answer... - How To Choose the Correct Dual Ramp Door Spring for an Enclosed Trailer
- In order to replace the ramp door spring on your enclosed trailer you will need to measure the distance between the mounting brackets. For example, the Enclosed Trailer Ramp Heavy Duty Spring part # CB250D96SHD has mounting brackets that can be adjusted to sit 80" - 96" apart. If you have mounting brackets outside of this range then please just let me know what that is so I can make sure your get the correct replacement ramp door spring.
view full answer... - Do Left & Right Hand Trailer Springs Have to be Mounted on Left or Right Hand Sides
- You will indeed need to place the left hand ramp spring on the left hand side (the driver's side) and the right hand ramp spring on the right hand side (the passenger's side) in order for the springs to properly mount and wind. We do have both left hand and right hand springs so you will need to get one for each side:
- Left Hand Side: Ramp Spring # RS16933LH
- Right Hand Side: Ramp Spring # RS16933RH
I have added a link below to a video review of these springs for you to check out as well.
view full answer... - Rack Em Tailgate Lift Assist Compatibility with Horse Trailer Ramp
- If you have an interior rail to attach to, you could uses the Rack'Em Double Barrel Utility Trailer Tailgate Lift Assist w/ Chain - 200 lbs # RA-27C. The only thing to consider with this is that the unit will be either right in front of or behind your horses
Most horse trailers utilize an enclosed trailer ramp spring like the Enclosed Trailer Ramp Spring - Dual Spring, 81" Wide # ERS120D81. These are more like garage door springs, and use cables to lower and raise the ramp. It is recommended...
view full answer... - Replacement Drum Compatible with Conventional Trailer Ramp Door Spring
- Replacement Drum for M-3 Dual Ramp Springs - Left Hand # DRUM-M-3LH has an inner diameter of 1 inch so it is compatible with the Conventional Ramp Door Spring for 8' Wide Enclosed Trailer - Single Spring - 150-lb Capacity # 362SA8.
view full answer... - Available Trailer Ramp Spring with a Measurement of 70 Inches Between Cable Rollers
- I found a trailer ramp spring that will work for you application. The Enclosed Trailer Ramp Spring, # ERS120D81, that has a measurement of 71-5/8 inches from cable roller to cable roller. The overall length is 81 inches long.
The attached picture will give you the full dimensions for this spring.
view full answer... - Recommended Ramp Door Spring for Zieman Forklift Trailer
- The only heavy duty trailer ramp door springs we offer are the Ramp Springs, part # RS16933LH for left hand or part # RS16933RH for right hand. These springs have the following specs:
Measurement of spring legs from coil to tip: 4"
Width of coil: 2-1/2"
Overall length: 10"
Inner diameter of coil: 1-3/4"
Outer diameter of coil: 2-1/2"
If your existing springs are a match for these or are similar then they will work for you but if not you'd be better off reaching out to the trailer manufacturer...
view full answer... - Ramp Springs for Flatbed Car Hauler Trailer with 220-lb Ramp
- For your 82-inch wide ramp whose weight you estimate at about 220-lbs, the 2K ramp springs # RS16933LH and # RS16933RH should work well as long as you have a 1-1/2-inch round shaft to match the springs' inside diameter. If you check out the linked video on these items you'll see that they worked well on smaller ramps that were a bit lighter than your ramp will be. Since the springs provided a bit more tension than necessary in that application they should be perfect for yours.
view full answer... - Ramp Door Spring For 72 Inch Ramp Door
- Sure thing, and for your 72 inch ramp door measured between the spools, what you need for a single spring and 150 lb weight capacity is the following:
- Conventional Ramp Door Spring for 7' Wide Enclosed Trailer # 362SA7
view full answer... - Could Enclosed Trailer Ramp Spring # ERS120D81 Be Used on Momentum Toy Hauler
- Yes, the Dual Spring RV Trailer Spring part # ERS120D81 that you referenced can work well for the rear door of a Momentum Toy Hauler. It would mount above the ramp door and would make lifting the ramp much easier.
The installation instructions for this product are recommended for individuals who have experience winding torsion springs. If you have not worked with a torsion spring system before, we recommend contacting a local garage door company to install this system.
view full answer... - How to Choose the Correct Ramp Spring for a Trailer
- A ramp door spring rated for 4k in/lbs of torque is going to offer more assistance than a ramp door spring rated for 2k in/lbs of torque. However, choosing the highest rated door spring available is not in your best interest. If the spring was rated too high then the ramps would more or less have a mind of their own and will be very jerking when lifting and lowering. If the spring was rated too low then it would not offer enough assistance and the ramps would feel very heavy and difficult...
view full answer... - Ramp Springs Compatible With 1982 Circle J 2-Horse Trailer
- I have a couple solutions for you, but we don't carry the exact springs you are referring to. I recommend the Ramp Spring - 2K Torque for 1-1/2" Shaft - Right Hand # RS16933RH and Left Hand # RS16933LH. These springs are 11 inches long and have a 1-1/2 inch shaft and are 2-1/2 inches wide. The inner diameter of the coil is 1-1/2 inches.
Another option is to use the Enclosed Trailer Ramp Spring - Dual Spring, 81" Wide # ERS120D81. I've attached a photo with all of the measurements...
view full answer... - Replacement Trailer Ramp Spring Options
- The ramp springs we have include part # RS16933LH for a left hand spring and part # RS16933RH for a right hand spring. These are rated with a 2K torque and fit a 1-1/2" shaft.
It does look like the ends of the springs for your application popped out of place so you might try removing the shaft and realigning everything prior to ordering replacements. If you do end up replacing your springs you'll need to make that 1-1/2" dimensions mentioned above matches up.
Attached are some review...
view full answer... - Width of Doors That Dual Spring Enclosed Trailer Ramp Spring Works With
- I am not 100 percent sure what you mean be fitting the same place as the 66" Enclosed Trailer Ramp Spring ERS80S66 but I can tell you the 81" Dual Spring Enclosed Trailer Ramp Spring # ERS120D81 will work on doors down to 62 inches wide so if your door is within that range it will work for you.
view full answer... - Would this work on an 84 wide ramp door in a 96 wide trailer?
- I spoke with my contact at Redneck about the Enclosed Trailer Ramp Spring, part # CB250D96SHD on your trailer. They told me that the pipe that the springs and cable assemblies are attached to can be cut down to work on your 84 inch door.
If you decide you want the shorter ramp spring for enclosed trailers that part # is ERS120D81.
The installation instructions for this product are recommended for individuals who have experience winding torsion springs. If you have not worked with a...
view full answer... - Ramp Door Spring Assembly For a 8' Ramp Door on Cargo trailer Weighing 90lbs
- The Ramp Door Spring # M354FR is our closest setup for your cargo trailer door. This system is rated for a 120lb door so you will be able to add a Transition Plate # e32JR as well to your door which will make loading cargo using a dolly or hand truck much easier.
view full answer... - Trailer Ramp Spring for Front Door on 2003 Enclosed Snowmobile Trailer
- The TRC Enclosed Trailer Ramp Spring, # 362SW61 will work on your 2003 enclosed snow mobile trailer but the shaft will need to be cut down.
This is a self-installation option because it doesn't have the high torsion springs that require professional assistance. These springs are easy to install and are self-adjusting.
This ramp spring can be bolted to your aluminum structure, welding is not a viable options for many with aluminum. Mounting hardware is not included but can be purchased...
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