How to Pick Out Replacement Leaf Spring for Jayco Fifth Wheel
Question:
I want to see if you carry leaf springs for a 1998 Jayco fifth wheel. The camper is 32 feet @12000 lbs.
asked by: Robert S
Helpful Expert Reply:
When replacing trailer leaf springs we strongly recommend you replace them in pairs. I would urge you to get a set of matching properly rated springs for your trailer as soon as possible.
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 is slightly shorter (around 1 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. I also attached a link to a page that has all of the leaf springs we carry where you can use the filters to narrow down the results till you find the correct spring for your trailer.
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4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 5,000-lb Trailer Axles - 25-1/4" Long
- Trailer Leaf Springs
- Double Eye Springs
- 5000 lbs
- 1-3/4 Inch Wide
- 4 Leaf
- 25-1/4 Inch Long
- Painted
- etrailer
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