Will a 26" Long Trailer Leaf Spring Work to Replace a 25-1/2" Long Trailer Leaf Spring

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Can I use 26 in leaf springs if my old ones measure 25.5?

asked by: Amber H

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If your existing leaf springs measure 25-1/2" then the correct replacement is likely either 25-1/8" or 25-1/4" as leaf springs stretch over time. Please note, leaf springs should also be measured with the trailer unloaded. I have attached for you below options in both these lengths, you'd just need to filter with your axle capacity. The 4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 3,500-lb Trailer Axles part # e54SR is a pretty common replacement measuring 25-1/8".

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

Good question, and what happens is that leaf springs elongate over time, and since you mentioned you got measurements of 25-1/2 inches from center eye to center eye and 26 inches under partial load, the best option for leaf springs really is the…

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Hey Corey, Bolt grades for leaf spring suspensions can range from grade 5 to grade 8, with the consensus being that grade 8 is the most preferred. For a 3,500lb axle the Zinc Shackle Bolt with Locknut #TRFA73Z916DLNZ would be a compatible…

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It is possible that the Replacement Shackle Link with Bolts for Dexter Trailer Suspension Kits #018-026-05 but to confirm this you will need to remove one of your current shackle straps and measure the distance from center to center of the holes. The…

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It's okay to replace leaf springs with ones rated for more weight and pretty common to do so but keep in mind, the higher you go the rougher the ride will be. If you have a utility trailer then I'd probably opt for the higher rated 5,000 lb…

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If you can get me your axle capacity I can let you know which leaf spring would work best.

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Our trailer leaf springs are rated for dynamic axle load. Which means the capacity listed but in use on the highway under normal circumstances. Since your trailer is 2,200 lbs loaded you want to go for a spring capacity 2,200 lbs or slightly higher.…

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You can certainly change your trailer tires to a narrower 205mm width as long as your wheels are 6- or 6-1/2-inches in width. These are the only size wheels that can take both 225mm and 205mm tire sizes. Please refer to the linked article on tire…

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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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You can use the 25-1/4" 4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 5,000-lb Trailer Axles #e44SR to replace your current leaf springs that measure 26" from eye to eye. What happens is that leaf springs will stretch out and flatten over time. So if your…

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Answer 10

To determine the correct slipper springs for your tandem axle trailer, the axle capacity will need to be determined. Selecting a spring by length alone could cause the selection to be under or over capacity substantially. If your spring is shaped…

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The best way to measure a trailer spring for purposes of selecting a replacement is to remove it completely from the suspension. It is also important to note that leaf springs will tend to elongate over time as they wear. You might pull a well-worn…

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It is tough to get a correct eye-to-eye measurement on a double-eye leaf spring when the spring is still installed in the suspension. It is much better to measure for a replacement leaf spring by removing it first. Also, if a spring is very old and…

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Will a 26" Long Trailer Leaf Spring Work to Replace a 25-1/2" Long Trailer Leaf Spring

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