Replacement Leaf Spring for Trailer 4,000 lb Axle

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Hi There, My current travel trailer used Dexter 72-009 leaf springs which measure 24” eye to eye. One side of my trailer is flattened a bit and I would like to replace them with alternative leaf springs. Could you please recommend leaf springs for this. They are 3,500 axle weight and o would possibly want to upgrade to 4,000lb if available. Thank you

asked by: AG

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We have 4k rated trailer leaf springs like the # e57SR but this is 25-1/4 inches long and a big longer than what your trailer would be set up for. You'd have to move the current hangers to use this spring or see if you can source a Dexter like the part number you mentioned.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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