The right hand ramp spring, item # RS16933RH, and the left hand spring, item # RS16933LH, are differentiated by paint on the springs from the manufacturer. The springs with green paint on them are right side springs, left side springs are unpainted. Right side springs will go on the right side of a ramp and left hand springs go on the left side of a ramp. Both right and left hand springs deflect in the same direction the designation of right and left has to do with orientation of the stick... view full answer...
The Redline Ramp Spring # RS16933RH is a replacement spring and is only part of the ramp spring system on a trailer. To use this spring on your trailer you must have ramp hinge with a 1-1/2 inch diameter rod or pipe where the ramp meets the trailer. The spring slips over the rod with the tension of the spring against the ramp and trailer when the ramp is in the up position. The spring should not be welded to the ramp or trailer, the tension and the rod will hold the spring in place. The... view full answer...
In addition to watching our video review I attached, to use this spring on your trailer you must have ramp hinge with a 1-1/2 inch diameter rod or pipe where the ramp meets the trailer. The spring slips over the rod with the tension of the spring against the ramp and trailer when the ramp is in the up position. The spring should not be welded to the ramp or trailer, the tension and the rod will hold the spring in place. Note that the Redline Ramp Spring # RS16933LH is a replacement spring... view full answer...
The Redline Ramp Spring RS16933LH is a replacement spring and is only part of the ramp spring system on a trailer. To use this spring on your barge ramp you must have a ramp hinge with a 1-1/2 inch diameter rod or pipe where the ramp meets the trailer.
The spring slips over the rod with the tension of the spring against the ramp and barge when the ramp is in the up position. The spring should not be welded to the ramp or barge, the tension and the rod will hold the spring in place. The... view full answer...
We have a couple options for trailer ramps springs. The first one will work great if your ramp rides on a 1-1/2 inch shaft.
For that you would want the Ramp Spring - 2K Torque for 1-1/2" Shaft - RH # RS16933RH or # RS16933LH.
Or we have ramp springs like the Enclosed Trailer Ramp Spring - Dual, 81" Wide # ERS120D81, this spring installs like a garage door spring. There is a lot of tension, so you want to make sure it is installed by someone who knows how to compress these springs and... view full answer...
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...
The Redline Ramp Spring like part # RS16933RH and part # RS16933LH will help with lifting the ramps you said you are building for your trailer. I would recommend 1 spring for each ramp.
These springs are made of steel alloy, these springs provide approximately 90 degrees of deflection and are designed to help lift a ramp with 2,000 pounds of torque. view full answer...
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...
Since your Pace trailer was using an Enclosed Trailer Ramp Spring and you want the spring to function again, you will need to have a qualified professional work on it, one with experience with torsion springs (like a garage door company).
Without the cable and spring in good working order, the ramp will never operate as easily as it did before. That is unless you repair the old spring or install a new one. I have included a link to our springs. You may be able to use Ramp Spring # RS16933LH... view full answer...
Heavy duty ramp springs # RS16933RH and # RS16933LH install on the hinge of the ramp. I have included a picture of what this looks like for you. Not all trailers are exactly the same but this should give you a general idea of how the springs install. view full answer...
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...
On a hinged trailer ramp the hinges will carry a varying portion of the ramp weight depending on the ramp's position. When fully opened/extended the torsion spring will actually be holding more of the ramp's weight that when it is almost fully raised. In the fully vertical position more of the ramp weight is on the hinges since the ramp will be more directly over them.
The M-3 Enclosed Trailer Ramp Spring # CB250D96SHD can lift 250-lbs of ramp weight. You can use a scale to weigh your... view full answer...
If you are wanting to use ramp springs like part # RS16933LH (left hand), and part # RS16933RH (right hand), you will want to know the diameter of your trailer hinge pin. These springs are designed for 1-1/2 inch diameter pins. The springs have 2,000 lbs of torque, so they should be able to handle your 300 lb ramps with no problem. I would only use one on each ramp and see how it performs before adding a second spring.
If you send me a photo of your ramps and how they are attached to... view full answer...
We have both single and dual ramp spring sets and form my understanding it has more to do with the weight capacity than anything else.
For your 85 lb ramp we have the Single Spring # 362SA5 that fits a 5' wide enclosed trailer. Aside from that I recommend choosing your door width and then a spring weight rating similar to how heavy a door you have from our linked selection. view full answer...
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 enclosed 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 pin and requires... view full answer...
I would recommend you use a Enclosed Trailer Ramp Spring # 362SW61 like you referenced. This kit is close in length to the width of your trailer door and should work well as a ramp assist spring kit.
I've attached a video to assist with the winding of the springs because this system is not the high torque that you need professional assistance to install. view full answer...
For the ramps of your load trail 20 ft trailer we have ramps springs like the part # RS16933RH for the right hand side and the # RS16933LH for the left hand side but your ramps would need to be on a 1-1/2 inch shaft for these to fit.
Check out the review video I attached for these springs for you to check out as well. view full answer...
It sounds like you have a utility/equipment trailer with two 8' ramps. The only springs that we have that will work for that style are the Ramp Spring - 2K Torque for 1-1/2" Shaft # RS16933RH (for Right Hand) and # RS16933LH (for Left Hand). These springs will work with shafts that are 1-1/2" and they have 2,000 lbs. of torque.
I have included a video that reviews these springs and shows an installation for you to check out. view full answer...
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...
The heaviest set of springs that I have for ramp doors are the Conventional Ramp Door Spring for 8' Wide Enclosed Trailer part # CB250D96SHD which offers a 250 lb. capacity. This alone will likely not be enough for you.
If in your design you can incorporate something like the Ramp Spring 2K Torque for 1-1/2" Shaft part # RS16933RH for the right and part # RS16933LH for the left it could gie you the lifting support you will need.
If this is not a viable option using a winch mounted in... view full answer...
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