Measuring to Pick Out Replacement Ramp Spring for Enclosed Trailer

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2009 covenant 7x16 enclosed trailer, both rear ramp springs are missing. Any clue of what length I need.

asked by: Jeff S

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Expert Reply:

You'd want to measure the width of your door opening/ramp and then go with the ramp spring that fits just to the inside of that. The part # ERS120D81 you mentioned is 81 inches wide.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

In order to replace the ramp door spring on your enclosed trailer you will need to measure the distance between the mounting brackets. For example, the Enclosed Trailer Ramp Heavy Duty Spring part #CB250D96SHD has mounting brackets that can be…

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Answer 2

The M-3 Enclosed Trailer Ramp Spring #CB250D96SHD uses cables that will be plenty long for your application on a ramp door that is 90-inches wide x 96-inches tall. That is precisely the type of trailer installation for which this item is intended. It…

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On a hinged trailer ramp the hinges will carry a varying portion of the ramp weight depending on the ramp's position. When fully opened/extended the torsion spring will actually be holding more of the ramp's weight that when it is almost…

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The Conventional Ramp Door Spring #CB250D96SHD on your trailer is similar to that of a home garage. The best way to determine how much weight your current system is capable of lifting you can find calculators online or contact a garage door service…

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The spring capacity for the Ramp Spring part #CB250D96SHD is 250 lbs. It won't totally lift the ramp but depending on how you have the ramp wound it can help with weights of up to 250 lbs.

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If it's a utility trailer with side rails I recommend you use the part #RS16933LH and #RS16933RH. An alternative if you have the side rails on your utility trailer is #RA-27C as it is designed for helping lift trailer ramps. If you have an…

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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 8

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 recommend…

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For an 8 foot wide trailer you'd want to go with the ramp spring part #CB250D96SHD which is exactly 8 feet wide and will work great with a 7 foot wide ramp door.

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Answer 10

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 11

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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Answer 12

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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