Recommended Ramp Door Spring For 8 Wide Race Trailer With 200lb Door

Question:

I have a race trailer , 8 ft. wide door , Single spring set up that I dont know what its rated for , I added an extension ramp a couple years back , Its getting way to heavy to lift up by myself , I tried to scale the door and its about 100 lbs. + - 8 lbs. , what spring set up do you think I need ? Thanks . John G

asked by: John G

Expert Reply:

I would be happy to help!

Since the ramp door on your 8' wide race trailer weighs in roughly 200lbs I recommend the # 362SA8HD which works with ramp doors up to 230lbs so it will offer plenty of assistance to raise your door.

Lastly we strongly recommend having the spring installed by a qualified professional as these springs are under a lot of tension and can be very dangerous to those not familiar to how they get installed.

I included a video of the # 362SA8HD for you to take a look at.

expert reply by: Samuel C