Hanger Spacing for Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit AP216-H238 and 29-1/2 Inch Slipper Springs

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I have an ap216H238 13 1/8equalizer and E5115, 29 1/2inch 6 leaf slipper springs What is the correct spacing of the Hangers

asked by: Jeff H

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When using trailer suspension hanger kit # AP216-H238 with spring E5115, # e39SR, the distance from the center of the front hanger to the center of the middle hanger AND the distance from the center of the middle hanger to the center of the rear hanger are both 31 inches.

Measurements for hanger kits are approximate and it is recommended to mock up the suspension to get the proper spacing prior to permanent installation.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

I would need to know the axle capacities to be sure but I can venture an educated guess. The only tandem axle double-eye leaf spring hanger kit we have that includes 8 inch equalizers is #APT1. With this kit, the center of the forward hanger to the…

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Answer 2

If you use the Dexter Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for 2" Slipper Springs #HAP-105-205-01 that you referenced you'd end up with a height of 4-7/8 inches between the axle center and the frame of the trailer and 8 inches between the tires…

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Answer 3

I checked for you and when installing the 7-Leaf Slipper Spring w/ Hook End for 8,000-lb Trailer Axles #e37SR with the Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for 2" Slipper Springs - 12" Long Equalizers #APT6SE the distance between the front and…

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Answer 4

With 29-1/2 inch leaf springs like the #e46SR that you referenced the axle spacing you'll want to use with the hanger kit part #AP216-H238 would be 35-1/8 inches. You cannot use the over under kits we offer with slipper springs.

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Answer 5

Yes. You can use the Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit #AP216-H238 with your 29.5" Slipper Springs #e39SR; you'll want to make sure that you space your axles 35-1/8" apart (center on center) when assembling your trailer to correctly fit…

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Answer 6

The B dimension on a slipper spring is the distance that should be between the hanger and the mounting point on a slipper spring equalizer. For example the part #e39SR that you referenced should have a distance of 24-7/8 inches between the first…

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Answer 7

The hanger spacing for a tandem axle trailer suspension setup can be determined, but you need to take into account the axle spacing needed for the overall diameter of your wheel and tire combination and the springs you will be using. Lets say that…

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Answer 8

The spring hanger placement is going to be determined by your axle spacing. For example, if your axles are spaced 33 inches apart, as shown in the attached diagram, a 7K axle slipper spring, like #e74SR, requires a distance of 28-1/2 inches between…

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Answer 9

I was able to find more info on your slipper spring. Looks like you have a Dexter 5115 slipper spring that is 27-1/2 inches long and has a 4k capacity. I attached a picture that has all of the hanger spacing dimensions needed when installing this…

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Answer 10

There isn't a specific distance the hangers have to be for hanger kit #AP216-H238. A good place to start is 30-1/2 inches on center but you would only really know by mocking it up on the trailer before permanently installing the hangers. To…

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Answer 11

Industry standard 5th wheel rails like the Curt #C16429-204 will be spaced 22 inches apart, center on center. These rails are not adjustable and I'm not aware of any base rails that are; if you've got a hitch that doesn't mount to…

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Answer 12

I did some checking and the hub/drum we offer that will work for you is the part #8-430-5UC3. This uses the same bearings as the 8-415 and will be an exact fit aside from the fact this is a non-ABS setup and the 8-415 came in an ABS setup and non-ABS…

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Hanger Spacing for Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit AP216-H238 and 29-1/2 Inch Slipper Springs

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