Replacement 26 Inch Double Eye Leaf Springs and Hardware

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am looking for 26 eye to eye 4 leaf leaf spring. the u bolts and bottom plate for springs and the bolts and nuts for the leaf spring eyelets. thanks

asked by: Jon

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Expert Reply:

26 inch leaf springs have different capacities and aren't based on the number of leaves directly so it is better to determine the axle capacity and then get the 26 inch springs appropriate for that capacity regardless of the number of leaves. The weight capacity numbers represented on the title of your 26 inch options are the axle capacity number (or greater) and the springs will be 1/2 that capacity so when one is on each side the axle the capacity is that larger number. Springs rated higher than the axle capacity will not increase your overall weight capacity.

Here are the 26 inch options we currently have:

-4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 2,000-lb Trailer Axles - 26" Long # e77SR
-6-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 6,000-lb Trailer Axles - 26" Long # e94SR
-6-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 4,500-lb Trailer Axles - 26" Long # e27SR

The hardware needed for your leaf springs will be dependent on the axle capacity as well because the diameter of the axle will be different. For example the U-Bolt Kit for Mounting 3,500-lb, Round Trailer Axles - 5-1/2" Long U-Bolts # APUBR-1 is designed for 2-3/8 inch diameter axles. Let me know what you have and I'll be happy to assist. I've linked the page to all your options.

For the bolts you will want to use the Shackle Bolt with Locknut for Double-Eye Springs - 3" Long # 166081.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

When a trailer leaf spring is well worn it can become elongated. Springs can flatten out and become as much as a 3/4-inch longer, measured eye to eye, than when they were brand new. So the correct replacement spring for your suspension might measure…

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Answer 2

It is highly recommended that the spring seat be at minimum tack welded to the axle. There have been issues that have resulted from the seat not be welded to the axle. If you do not have access to a welder, I recommend taking the trailer to a local…

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Answer 3

The Dexter Trailer Axle Beam with E-Z Lube Spindles - 89" Long - 6,000 lbs #8327830 comes with the spring seats (perches) welded in place and they cannot be ordered without them attached. However, you can add spring seats if you need them in a…

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Answer 4

The 175/80-13 tire that you have now is 24" diameter x 6.9" wide and the new 225/75-15 tire is 28.3" diameter x 8.9" wide. Therefore, the new tire size will be 4.3" larger in overall diameter and 2" larger in overall…

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Answer 5

The spring measurement you have doesn't indicate if the spring is bad or not. That is nothing more than the length of the leaf spring. Leaf spring lengths also vary within the same capacity, so a trailer that weighs the same could have 26"…

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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

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 8

Load range B trailer tires are going to have a lower capacity than C load range tires. Basically that, psi rating, and the ply rating are the only differences. A higher load range tire would last a little longer than lower load ranges of the same…

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Answer 9

The two sizes you mentioned are pretty similar and fit many of the same 15 inch wheels. The 205/75-15 fits rim widths of 5 inch to 6-1/2 inch whereas the 225/75-15 fits widths that are 5 inch to 6 inch. The 205 is 27.1 inches tall and the 225 is 28.4…

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Answer 10

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 11

To determine the size of the hub assembly you need to purchase you have to determine which bearings are in the old assembly. If the old assembly has L44649 inner bearings, you would use the hub you chose #8-258-5UC1. If the inner bearings are marked…

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Answer 12

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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