Expert Answers about Acura Trailer Leaf Springs
- Recommended 4-Leaf Spring Replacement for a 1963 Silver Streak TT
- I'd recommend going with the 4-leaf springs like the 4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 4,000-lb Trailer Axles # e22YR. This leaf spring measures 26" from the center of the spring eye to spring eye, has a 4K capacity, and has a spring width of 1-3/4".
Going to a 4-spring setup will give you a slightly less-stiff ride which I feel is a nice upgrade to any trailer. It's also important that leaf springs are replaced in pairs to ensure proper axle alignment and suspension performance.
view full answer... - Can a 4-Leaf Trailer Leaf Spring be Used in Place of a 3-Leaf Spring
- Yes, you can use 4-leaf springs in place of 3 leaf springs. The extra height of an additional leaf is minimal and won't really affect anything on the trailer. Provided that the springs used are replaced in pairs and not just one side of the trailer and they are the right length and capacity for the trailer you will be good to go.
view full answer... - Replacement Leaf Spring For a Trailer With a 24 Eye Center to Eye Center and 3 Leaves
- It sounds like you may have the 3-Leaf Double-Eye Spring # e59SR on your trailer. This spring is 23-1/8" long from eye center to eye center when fully relaxed and has 3 leaves. As a leaf spring is loaded with weight it will get longer and overtime as it loses its curve it will measure to a longer length. You can follow the curve of the leaf spring from the center bolt in the leaf spring for a measurement of 12-7/16". This leaf spring is rated for a 3,500lb trailer axle. Do remember that...
view full answer... - Trailer Leaf Springs Feel Too Bouncy On Single Axle Trailer
- The issue with the leaf springs being too bouncy could be caused by a few different things. The first is that they are not properly rated for the weight of the trailer, they are worn down too far, or the trailer is being overloaded. Furthermore, a trailer can feel bouncy while unloaded as well. If you want to replace the leaf springs to try and remedy the situation then I will need to know the length from eye to eye while unloaded. If you don't want to replace the leaf springs you can add...
view full answer... - How To Find Correct Replacement Leaf Spring For Trailer With Single 3500lb Axle
- I would be happy to help you determine the correct replacement leaf springs for your 7'x14' cargo trailer with a single 3500lb Lippert axle but I will need to know if your leaf springs are a slipper spring, or double eye leaf spring and the length of the spring.
For example the 3-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 3,500-lb Trailer Axles # e59SR is a double eye leaf spring for a 3500lb axle that measures 23-1/8" from the center of the spring eye to center of the spring eye as shown in the included...
view full answer... - Leaf Spring Replacement Recommendation to Replace Boat Trailer Leaf Spring that Measures 21-1/2 in
- The Leaf Spring part # e84SR would be a leaf spring that would work for you as long as the spring you are replacing is 1-3/4 inches wide and your trailer doesn't need a spring with a higher capacity than 2,000 lbs.
This spring is 20-3/8 inches in length. Over time springs will flatten out and lengthen so a leaf spring that measures 21-1/2 inches while still on a trailer would be a good candidate for the # e84SR as a replacement.
view full answer... - Leaf Spring Hits Equalizer After New Leaf Spring Install
- The most common mistake when replacing a trailer leaf spring is measuring the existing leaf spring while the trailer is loaded (wheels on the ground) and not accounting for the leaf spring lengthening over time. Therefore, it sounds like the new leaf spring you have may be a bit longer than the one it replaced which is why it is now hitting the equalizer. This would be the only reason that this happened if the equalizers and shackle straps remained the same.
If you still have the old leaf...
view full answer... - Can you Upgrade Leaf Springs for Increased Ground Clearance on a Trailer
- Using a leaf spring with a capacity higher than what the manufacturer of your trailer recommends will cause a very stiff and rough ride. A higher rated leaf spring pack is not what I would recommend to increase ground clearance.
In order to retain ride quality and support while also gaining ground clearance, I recommend installing taller leaf spring hangers since you mentioned that your leaf springs are already positioned above the axle. In order to recommend a taller leaf spring hanger...
view full answer... - How to Choose the Correct Replacement Leaf Spring for a 2,000 lb Axle with 26 Long Leaf Springs
- A lot of people get hung up on how many layers their leaf springs have but that actually isn't crucial at all. To choose the correct replacement leaf springs for your trailer you simply need to pick one that has a weight capacity that is rated for the same amount of weight as your axle as well as the same length (or slightly shorter) and width of your current leaf springs.
Leaf springs can stretch over time but if you have leaf springs that measure 26" center eye to center eye and they...
view full answer... - 26 Inch Long Double-Eye Leaf Spring With at Least 3 Leaves For 3,200 lb Tandem Axle Trailer
- Hey Wes, thanks so much for all that info it extremely helpful, and we do have leaf springs for you. For your 3,200 lb tandem axle trailer there is a leaf spring with the right capacity that also measures 26 inches long eye to eye and has four leaves; the leaf spring you can use is the following:
- 4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring # e77SR
The # e77SR is rated for 1,000 lbs (so 4,000 lbs total for your tandem axle trailer) and is 1-3/4 inches wide. Each leaf is 1/4 inch thick so the spring is...
view full answer... - How to Pick Leaf Springs for a Trailer
- If you look on the frame of your trailer there should be a plate with the trailer VIN number and the axle capacities of the trailer. You will want to pick leaf springs that are as close to the axle capacity as possible.
You will want to also measure the distance from eye to eye of your old leaf springs and then pick a leaf spring with the same weight capacity of your trailer axles and that is slightly shorter (around 1 inch) to compensate for the sag and wear of the old leaf spring.
Leaf...
view full answer... - Can I Use Roadmaster Comfort Ride Shock Absorbers With Axle Above Leaf Springs
- The Roadmaster Comfort Ride Shock Absorbers for Tandem Axle Trailers part # RM-2450 can be used on trailer with the leaf springs above or below the axle. Since your leaf springs are below the axle you will want to support the trailer frame with jackstands without taking any weight off the tires when installing the shocks according to the installation instructions.
If your leaf spring is broken you will want to replace the leaf springs before installing the shocks. We always recommend...
view full answer... - Replacing 5-Leaf Spring with 1-Leaf Double-Eye Spring on Boat Trailer with Tandem 6,000-lb Axles
- The single leaf spring you referenced, part # e46SR, would work fine as a replacement for the 5-leaf springs you currently have. You are correct in stating that corrosion would be less of an issue with this particular spring.
Make sure to replace the leaf springs in pairs by axle.
view full answer... - Can Bottom Leaf be Removed When Replacing 3-Leaf Slipper Spring with 4-Leaf Slipper Spring
- You can easily replace a 3-leaf slipper spring with a 4-leaf option like the Universal Group Slipper Spring # SP-040275 that you referenced. You should definitely not remove the bottom leaf from this as that would lower the weight capacity plus the center bolt that holds all of the leaf springs together would need to be modified. All the extra leaf spring will affect is the height of your trailer but that will be very minimal. Just be sure that the leaf spring is rated properly, has the...
view full answer... - Correct Replacement 23-3/4" Long 3-Leaf Spring for Trailer
- It's common for trailer leaf springs to stretch a bit as they age so the correct replacement for your trailer is the 3-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 2,000-lb Trailer Axles part # SP-113275. This leaf spring has three leaves that each measure 1-3/4" wide, just like your old so it will be a direct replacement for your trailer. Please note, it's recommended to replace the leaf springs in pairs.
view full answer... - How To Convert Slipper Springs to Double Eye Springs on a 2007 Carnai TFS Trailer
- The leaf spring hangers you have on 2007 Carnai TFS Trailer are for slipper springs and I am not aware of a way to convert them to double eye leaf springs. In order to install double eye leaf springs on your trailer you would need to remove the hangers you have now and install the Single-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for Double-Eye Springs part # APS4. Once the new hangers are installed you could then add the 3-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 2,000-lb Trailer Axles part # e84SR (2) to complete your...
view full answer... - Replacing a Broken Leaf Spring on a 2007 Starcraft 2406 Pop Up Trailer
- When replacing a broken leaf spring on your trailer there are a few things to note. The most important part about a leaf spring being compatible with your trailer is that it is rated for at least the same weight capacity as your trailer axle. If it is rated lower you could overload it. A higher rated leaf spring would work but it would also make your trailer suspension stiff.
Other than weight capacity you simply need to make sure that it has the correct width, is the same style, and has...
view full answer... - Replacement Leaf Spring for 1995 Ellis Tandem Axle Trailer
- In order to find if the 4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring # SP-210275 will fit your 1995 Ellis trailer you will need to know your axle capacity and measure your existing leaf springs. This particular leaf spring is for a 3,500 lb axle. The measurement you need is the spring eye to spring eye measurement.
Keep in mind, your existing leaf springs will be slightly longer since they flatten over time. If you find that you are close to the 27" length of this spring then it will work as a replacement....
view full answer... - Recommended Leaf Spring To Replace Broke Spring On Tandem Axle Trailer W/ 5000lb Axles
- More than likely your trailer would use a 5300lb leaf spring like the 6-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 5,300-lb Trailer Axles - 24-7/8" Long # SP-222275. As long as the rating of the spring matches or slightly exceeds your 5000lb axle rating you will not have an issue, but you will need to confirm the length of your current spring.
The # SP-222275 measures 24-7/8" long from center of spring eye to center of spring eye as shown in the included diagram, so if this matches your current leaf spring...
view full answer... - Replacement Leaf Springs for 1999 ProCraft Boat Trailer With 3,750 Pound Axle
- Thank you for providing that helpful information. Based on your measurement and the 3,750 lb axle rating I recommend the 4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 4,000-lb Trailer Axles - 26" Long # e22YR. These leaf springs are slightly shorter but that won't be an issue. Leaf springs will become longer as they wear out, so a replacement will be shorter than your current measurement.
It is worth noting that leaf count doesn't matter. This is a 4-leaf spring but the important factor is the weight...
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