2 inch Square Axle U-Bolt Kit Recommendation for a Boat Trailer

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Will these be sufficient for use on a tandem axle 2inch square axles boat trailer that weighs no more than 3500lbs trailer + boat fully loaded?

asked by: Mark

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The CE Smith U-Bolt Kit for Mounting 2" Square Trailer Axles # CE23103 that you referenced would work well for you as they are designed specifically for 2 inch square trailer axles like what you have. The weight of your trailer and boat would not be an issue at all.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The 30" Slipper Spring #e89SR is our longest 4-leaf spring. I might be able to help you change out your springs with a different size that are more easily found if you can send me some images of your suspension setup with measurements from…

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Answer 2

It sounds like the axles were attached with 2 inch U-bolts that are 1/2 inch diameter which are a standard size so it sounds like the axles are compatible with a standard U-bolt kit like the CE Smith U-Bolt Kit for Mounting 2" Square…

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Answer 3

It is possible to mount the springs on top of the axle which is called "flipping the axle". To accomplish this we normally recommend an over-under conversion however there is not one with square u-bolts available for your square axle.…

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The longest 1-3/4" wide slipper spring we carry is 30" from the center eye hole to end of the flat slipper end. We have springs for 1,800lb #e29SR, 2,900lb #e49SR and 3,700lb #e89SR axles. With your axle diameter being 1-3/4" in…

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Answer 5

The Optronics LED Trailer License Plate Light with Bracket #OPT97FR would normally be mounted to the surface of a trailer. The the only way to power this light using the Curt Auxiliary LED Indicator Lights #C53201 would be to splice into the running…

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Answer 6

Given the dimensions you provided, I believe that a u-bolt kit such as #CE23103 that's typically used to mount a 2 inch square trailer axle to the leaf spring pack would be your best bet. The kit includes two assemblies, each of which includes…

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Answer 7

Based on the weight information you provided, you'll want to go with a 3,700lb slipper spring, though you need to figure out the length of your current spring first. It's never a great idea to have a spring that's right at the max, as…

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Answer 8

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…

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Answer 9

I do have the perfect replacement option for your 2003 Bass Boat. For a 26" long double eye leaf spring, I recommend using the 4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 2,000-lb Trailer part #e77SR as long as your current leaf springs are 1-3/4" wide,…

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Answer 10

I have a solution for you but we do not have a 2" square u bolt kit for a 3,500 lbs square axle that is 5 3/4" long. You will need to buy the u bolts and u bolt plates separately. The Square Trailer U-Bolt item #SP01-160 comes in a 2 pack,…

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Answer 11

We have a couple of slipper springs that may work for you, as they are 1-3/4 inches wide, measure a total of 30 inches, and have the capacity you need. Springs do elongate over time, but you may have to have your brackets re-positioned if the 30 inch…

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Answer 12

In order to find the correct replacement leaf springs for a trailer you first need to start by noting the type whether that be slipper or double eye. Then, you'll need to measure their unloaded length via jacking up the trailer. If the springs…

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