Do Double Eye Trailer Leaf Springs Have Direction they Need to Face When Installed

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Trailer leafspring which way does the leaf spring mount does the swivel part go to the rear of the trailer or in the front ?

asked by: John

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Expert Reply:

Double eye leaf springs like the part # e68SR are not directional. You can install them with either direction facing the front or the rear of the trailer and there would be no difference in performance.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

For a replacement leaf spring you need to know your axle capacity as well as the length of your current leaf springs. You will need to measure from center of one eye to center of other eye on your leaf spring that isn't broken. Since these are…

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Answer 2

From what I could find on the Dexter 072-042-00 leaf spring, it appears to be the standard 1-3/4 inch wide double eye spring which is 25-1/4 inches long and rated up to 1,750 pounds (per spring). With that said, the 4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for…

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Answer 3

Since Grand Design is kind enough to list certain parts for their trailers I can confirm you have a 33" wheelbase on your 2020 Grand Design Transcend 27BHS. This means the MORryde Rubber Equalizers #MR87ZR will fit your trailer. Although I'm…

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Answer 4

Well shackle length is mainly based on the height difference between the front and rear hangers. The rear hanger normally doesn't hang as low as the front so that the shackle can offset the difference and add the ability to move. What is the…

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Answer 5

You'll need the CE Smith U-Bolt Kit #CE23002, 9/16" Bolts like part #126B2 and then one of the following leaf spring sizes: - 23-1/8" Long #e59SR - 25-1/8" Long #e68SR - 27" Long #e97SR To get the correct leaf spring length…

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Answer 6

Thank you for providing the specs for the suspension components that you already have. Correct hanger spacing really depends on the components being used such as springs, hangers and equalizers. Most of the hanger spacing dimensions that we have are…

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Answer 7

I apologize for any confusion on what the proper torque specs are for 1/2 inch lug nuts on trailer wheels. I attached a picture of a chart to the right that details what the proper torque specs are for a trailer wheels lugs based on lug size, wheel…

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Answer 8

I do not recommend going with 4,000 lb leaf springs on your boat trailer with a GVWR a touch less than 3,000 lbs. It will make the ride bouncier than need be, but a 3,500 lb spring should do well, assuming when your boat is on the capacity is…

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Answer 9

Yes, those springs would be good replacements for your existing 3,500 lbs springs. In order to get an accurate measurement out of your current leaf springs you will need to jack your trailer up and let the suspension flex. Once you get all the weight…

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Answer 10

It will depend on the bolt hole spacing of your existing equalizer. The bolt hole height difference of the #K71-652-00 is 2 inches, and the side to side hole spacing is compatible with existing equalizers that have holes spaced between 5-1/4 and…

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Answer 11

The answer to your question depends on your current lug pattern and clearance between your fenders and tires. When your trailer is loaded to it's full capacity, there should be a minimum clearance of 3 inches between the top of your tire and the…

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Answer 12

The weight capacity of the Dexter EZ Flex Kit part #K71-652-00 is per axle and not the total trailer axle capacity. So up to two 6k rated trailer axles.

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