2007 Flagstaff 176 ST Leaf Springs Replacement with Higher Capacity

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I have completely rebuilt my 2007 Flagstaff 176 ST. In doing so, my camper is now heavier. After doing so research, Ive learned that Forest River uses 3500 lb rated axels as a standard. However, the leaf springs will need upgraded. Do you by chance happen to know which leaf spring it is that I can use as a replacement? I would like to replace them with a 4-leaf spring instead of a 2-leaf spring already on it I have already done an axel flip and installed bigger tires. The current leaf springs measure 25 1/2inch center of eye bolt to center of eye bolt.

asked by: Tyson R

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To go with a higher rated leaf spring you'd have to go with a 5,300 lb axle leaf spring part # SP-222275 which happens to be 24-7/8 inches long. You might have to cut off your older hangers and move them slightly closer though since your springs are longer. We don't have anything that matches closer at this time.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

In order to replace the leaf springs on a trailer you'll need to choose ones that have the same unloaded length from eye to eye. If you go with a set slightly longer or shorter you'd then need to swap out the shackle straps as well to help…

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Answer 2

You can use leaf springs that are rated higher than the axle without any issues as long as they measure the correct measurement for your trailer. For example the 6-leaf double eye spring for 7,000 lb axles part #e64SR measures 24-7/8" eye to…

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Answer 3

Most likely the measurement is 25-1/8 inch as that is a common size. But in most cases we recommend measuring the spring with it off the trailer and typically there is a bit of stretch to old springs by around 1/2 inch or so. The spring you would…

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Answer 4

A leaf spring like the part #e57SR has a distance of 25-1/4 inches between the spring eyes. I did some checking and the hanger kit you would want is the Single-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit #APS4. And the distance between the spring hanger centers should…

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Answer 5

If you are needing the hub and drum assembly then you will want to go with the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly #8-201-5UC3-EZ but if you are just looking for an idler hub then you will want part #8-213-5UC1 instead. These come with the correct…

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Answer 6

The length of wire desired depends on your vehicle connection and your personal preference. You want enough slack for turning, but not so much for dragging as you mentioned. A little extra slack isn't a problem and not enough could lead to stress…

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Answer 7

To tow your trailer that uses an RV style 7-way blade style connector with your semi that has a 7-pin connector, you need to construct an adapter that will also combine the brake signal into the right and left directional signal pins. This can be…

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Answer 8

Thanks for the picture of your build sheet! It does look like the etrailer 6-Leaf Double-Eye Spring item #e94SR you purchased is the correct replacement spring. Feel free to email me back a picture of your suspension but unless you are flipping your…

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Answer 9

Since you have a tandem axle trailer rated for 10,500lbs the 6-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 5,300-lb Trailer Axles #e76SR are going to be the closest leaf springs we have to that weight capacity. These springs measure 24-7/8" from center of eye to…

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Answer 10

I believe I have a solution for you, but I think you may need to remeasure your cutout and/or compare the measurements of your current latch with one of ours. Since latches tend to be fairly universal in size when it comes to the RV world the Global…

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