Can a 96 Inch Long Ramp Spring be Trimmed Down to 89 Inches

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I HAVE 24 F00T ENCLOSED TRAILER ITS 89 INCH ramp spring END TO END CAN I CUT A DUALSPRING 96 IINCH DOWN TO FIT

asked by: MACK G

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Expert Reply:

Yes, you can trim down the 96 inch long ramp spring # CB250D96SHD to work in an 89 inch space. I have linked a video review of this spring for you. This spring has a minimum length of 80 inches.

Please note: The installation instructions for this product are recommended for individuals who have experience winding torsion springs. If you have not worked with a torsion spring system before, we recommend contacting a local garage door company to install this system.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

The Enclosed Trailer Ramp Spring #CB250D96SHD has a 250 lb capacity and can be used on heavier trailer doors like what you have. If only one side of your spring is broke this would replace both sides. The installation instructions for this product…

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Answer 2

Yes the Enclosed Trailer Ramp Spring #CB250D96SHD that you referenced can be cut down to 88 inches if needed. The minimum length is 80 inches.

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Answer 3

The Conventional Ramp Door Spring for 8' Wide Enclosed Trailer - Dual Spring - 230-lb Capacity #362SA8HD cables have a length of 150".

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Answer 4

The closest ramp spring we have to what you have is the part #CB250D96SHD that you referenced which is slightly larger than your current setup but could still be made to work. It can be cut down to a minimum length of 80 inches. We strongly…

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Answer 5

The Enclosed Trailer Ramp Heavy Duty Spring - Dual, 96" Wide #CB250D96SHD is rated for doors up to 250 lbs. I'm confident your ramp won't weigh more than that unless you've added weight to it beyond the decking.

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Answer 6

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 7

Thank you for providing the specs for the suspension components that you already have. Correct hanger spacing really depends on the components being used such as springs, hangers and equalizers. Most of the hanger spacing dimensions that we have…

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Answer 8

To find the load capacity for your axle you should look on the trailer VIN plate or sticker that lists the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that…

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Answer 9

To correctly measure a leaf spring, you'll want to jack the trailer up on jack stands so the axle is hanging freely, then measure directly across from the center of one spring eye to the other, as shown in the provided diagram. The height of…

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Answer 10

For a single axle trailer, you want the shackle strap to be able to move so that you have the spring deflection needed for your suspension. Angled like the photo or even almost vertical is fine you just don't want the shackle strap to bind…

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Answer 11

Well shackle length is mainly based on the height difference between the front and rear hangers. The rear hanger normally doesn't hang as low as the front so that the shackle can offset the difference and add the ability to move. What is…

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Answer 12

I have attached for you below some common torque values needed for a trailer suspension system but a lot of these will vary by bolt size and other factors. U-Bolts: Varies by Size - 1/2" bolts: 45 ft/lbs - 70 ft/lbs, 9/16" bolts: 65…

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