Can you Upgrade Leaf Springs for Increased Ground Clearance on a Trailer
Question:
I need to upgrade my leaf springs on my camping trailer for ground clearance for offroad use axle mounted under the spring. From my research, it seems more robust than blocks, flips, or shackles. If I use an over capacity leaf spring 4000 lb on a 3000 lb trailer that is usually more like 2000 lb, will it be too stiff and too rough a ride and damage my trailer, especially offroad? Thank you.
asked by: Stuart
Expert Reply:
Using a leaf spring with a capacity higher than what the manufacturer of your trailer recommends will cause a very stiff and rough ride. A higher rated leaf spring pack is not what I would recommend to increase ground clearance.
In order to retain ride quality and support while also gaining ground clearance, I recommend installing taller leaf spring hangers since you mentioned that your leaf springs are already positioned above the axle. In order to recommend a taller leaf spring hanger I would need to know the width of your existing leaf springs and height of your hangers. In order to recommend the correct replacement leaf springs I would need to know the length of your existing springs, axle capacity, and type of spring you have i.e. double-eye or slipper.
I have attached our leaf spring hanger and leaf spring selection for you as well.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
etrailer Rubber Hitch Cover for 2" Trailer Hitches - Qty 1
- Hitch Covers
- Misc Covers
- Plain
- Rubber
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Standard
- Square
- etrailer
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Search Results: leaf springs
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Search Results: 25 1 4 leaf spring
- Search Results: rv leaf spring replacement
- Article: 5 Tell-Tale Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Trailer’s Leaf Springs
- Video: Review of etrailer 5 Leaf Double Eye Spring - e34SR
- Shop: 4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 5,000-lb Trailer Axles - 25-1/4" Long
- Shop: 6-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 4,500-lb Trailer Axles - 26" Long
- Shop: 5-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 6,000-lb Trailer Axles - 25-1/4" Long
- Shop: etrailer Rust-Resistant 4-Leaf Double Eye Spring for 5K Trailer Axles - 25-1/4" Long - Dacromet
- Shop: etrailer Rust-Resistant 5-Leaf Double Eye Spring for 6K Trailer Axles - 25-1/4" Long - Dacromet
- Q&A: Should Leaf Spring Capacity Match Trailer Weight or Axle Weight for Best Ride Comfort
- Q&A: Replacement Double Eye Leaf Spring For 3,500 Pound Axle
- Q&A: Stiffer Leaf Spring Recommendation for Trailer with 3,400 lb Boat and 5,200 lb Axle
- Q&A: Recommended Leaf Springs for 4,400 lb Axle Based on Axle Position and Hanger Locations
- Q&A: Replacement Leaf Spring Recommendation for 4,400 lb Trailer Axle
- Q&A: Replacement Leaf Spring Solution for Dexter D52 Axle with 5,200 lb Capacity
- Q&A: Is it Ok to Replace Factory Leaf Springs With a Higher Capacity Option?
- Video: SuperSprings SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs Review
- Shop: 4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 4,000-lb Trailer Axles - 26" Long
- Shop: SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs w/ Line Relocation Bracket - Single Axle - 3K to 5K - Underslung
- Article: How to Accurately Measure Trailer Leaf Springs
- Video: etrailer Trailer Suspension 115052 Review
- Video: Stability Plus Stabilizer Helper Springs Review
- Article: How to Raise Your Travel Trailer Height
- Article: How to Replace Trailer Leaf Springs in 5 Steps
- Search Results: shackle
- Search Results: leaf spring hangers
- Search Results: shackle strap
- Search Results: leaf spring hanger
on Hitch Covers
