Does the Open End Of The Slipper Spring Require a Bushing?

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I just installed this on my single axle 1996 escort 4300 lb trailer I researched your product and bought it from you. My concern is the open end that faces the back just rests of the bolt itself? The hangers are welded on and only had the bolts in them! Yes the front side has the bushing in it. Is this correct on the install. And yes I installed all new u bolts and Shackle bolts!

asked by: Tom H

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Helpful Expert Reply:

The 4-Leaf Slipper Spring # e33SR does not require a bushing on the rear bolt that retains the open end of the slipper spring. You are correct in the way that you have installed this on your 1996 Escort trailer.

expert reply by: Bud M

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Answer 1

If the trailer wheels scrubbed (dragged and scrapped the ground instead of rolling) when jack knifed then it could have thrown something out of alignment or damaged something. First, inspect the suspension. Look for any elongated holes where…

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Answer 2

The Slipper Spring #e33SR referenced in your question is indeed the closest option we have available for a slipper spring that matches the dimensions on your trailer. Slipper springs come in 1-3/4 inch, 2 inch, 2-1/2 inch, and 3 inch widths, so you…

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I have a replacement option for you, but the only slipper spring we offer that is 1-3/4" wide and is 26-1/4" long is the 4-Leaf Slipper Spring w/ Open Eye End for 4,300-lb Trailer Axles - 26-1/4" Long #e33SR. Since you mentioned that…

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Slipper Springs like #e33SR do not use a bolt and bushing for the open eye end of the spring. It connects directly to the hanger using a slipper spring hanger kit.

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Answer 5

For a slipper spring that is 1-3/4 inches wide the highest capacity option we have is the #e33SR. This is a 4,300 lb axle spring that measures 26-1/4 inches from eye to end of spring. I attached a picture that has all of the dimensions of the spring…

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Answer 6

Because the face of the magnet rides against the armature (inside) surface of the brake drum, any grooves that had previously been worn into the armature surface will cause the magnet to wear unevenly. For optimal braking performance, you want…

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Answer 7

Hey Kevin thanks for your question. There is not much downside to going with the 5,000 lb springs instead of the 3,500 lb. A higher rated spring may make the ride a bit more "chunky" at times, since the spring would not flex as easily.…

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Answer 8

A bushing is not required for the c-hook end (sometimes called an open eye end) of a slipper spring like the 4-Leaf Slipper Spring w/ Open Eye End #e33SR. The closed eye of this spring does have a bushing included; I have added a link to a video…

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Does the Open End Of The Slipper Spring Require a Bushing?

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