How to Pick Out Slipper Spring for Trailer with 1,460 lb Axle

Question:

Can you tell me the correct leaf spring required for 1972 Dilly trailer model B-14-15 it shas 2 leaf HD springs 1460lbs.

asked by: Christopher O

Expert Reply:

You will want to also measure the distance from eye to center portion of the spring where the rear hanger holds the spring of your old leaf springs and then pick a leaf spring with the same weight capacity of your trailer axles and is slightly shorter (around 1/2 inch) to compensate for the sag and wear of the old leaf spring.

I have attached an FAQ articles that reviews trailer suspension components for you below to check out.

If the axle capacity you have is 1,460 lbs like you mentioned for a slipper spring with a similar 1,500 lb capacity you would want the part # SP-178275. The mounting dimension of this spring is 23-1/8 inches.

expert reply by: Jameson C