Suspension Enhancement Kit for Trailer with 3,500 lb Axle

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Question:

I’m looking to buy a 6.5x14 enclosed trailer. It has a single 3500lb axle under it. I’m looking for something that would work to help support the weight I would be putting in it. Do you have anything that would work?

asked by: Korbin

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Expert Reply:

Depending on the axle configuration you'd either want the part # TSS-107-40 for if you have an overslung setup (axle over the springs), or the part # TSS-106-40 for if you have an underslung setup. These are perfectly rated for a 3,500 lb trailer axle so it would work great.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs #TSS-106-40 were intended for use on trailers with weight capacities between 3k and 5k. You are REALLY close to the range of this kit so it would work great still for you since you are 10 lbs under the ideal…

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Answer 2

You'd want to install the SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs #TSS-106-40 on the front side of your axle.

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Answer 3

The instructions for the SumoSprings kit part #TSS-106-40 do not specify whether they should install in front of or behind the rear axle but I would recommend in front of the axle since most shock is going to be first on the front portion of the axle…

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Answer 4

Based on what you are saying and your photos, it apprears you have springs that are double eye springs. The springs will need to be based on the load of your trailer. The axle capacity may be difficult to know as you said it appears to be custom. I…

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Answer 5

I have a solution for you but because of the width of your leaf springs, the SuperSprings #TSS-106-40 are not going to be a workable solution for you since they do not make a SuperSpring to work with that size leaf spring. I would instead recommend…

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Answer 6

Thank you for providing that information. In addition to the length you will also want to know the capacity of your axle so you can choose the correct leaf spring replacement. Assuming this is an older leaf spring, you will also need to account for…

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Answer 7

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 8

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 9

I contacted MORryde and this does happen from time to time as the weight of the trailer can spread out the axles due to downward pressure on the springs/suspension. Odds are the 35" wheel base #MR27ZR will be the correct one for you, but they…

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Answer 10

To find the load capacity for your axle you should look on the trailer VIN plate or sticker that lists the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that…

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Answer 11

To correctly measure a leaf spring, you'll want to jack the trailer up on jack stands so the axle is hanging freely, then measure directly across from the center of one spring eye to the other, as shown in the provided diagram. The height of the…

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Answer 12

The spring hanger placement is going to be determined by your axle spacing. For example, if your axles are spaced 33 inches apart, as shown in the attached diagram, a 7K axle slipper spring, like #e74SR, requires a distance of 28-1/2 inches between…

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