Hanger Kit Recommendation for a Tandem Axle Trailer with Double Eye Springs and 5,200 lb Axles

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I have a tandem car trailer that used to have 3500lb axles without electric brakes. I put in 2 5200lb axles with electric brakes. The trailer is home made but has 6inch channel for the frame, so I wasnt worried about overloading, I wanted the electric brakes and the 5200lb axles were available. Since the 5200lb axles have a bigger tube, I have only one inch of travel before the axle tube hits the trailer frame. The springs are mounted under the axles in both cases. I dont want to mount the tubes on top of the axles as that would make the trailer too high. Whats the tallest hanger kit you offer? Aware there any tips/tricks to ensure the hangers are welded parallel? Do you have any other suggestions to provide for more travel? What I have now: 5200lb axles, on bottom of axle tube 1.75inch wide double eye leaf springs, 25.25inch long eye to eye Front/rear hanger from mounting surface to hole: 1.25 Middle hanger from mounting surface to hole: 3.25 Thanks!

asked by: Mike T

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The hanger kit that I recommend for your trailer is part # APT5. This is the recommended hanger kit for tandem axle trailers with double eye leaf springs and 5,200 lb axles. This kit comes with six 3-1/4 inch tall hangers, shackle bolts, shackle straps and 7-3/4 inch long x 2-7/8 inch tall equalizers. This should give you the clearance you need between your axle and frame.

Welding hangers can be tricky. The best way to make sure the hangers are welded parallel is to measure and use a strong clamp. Make sure the clamps are square to the frame rails and to the frame itself. If you can mark the position of your current hangers, you should be able to weld the new hangers in the exact same spot as long as you grind off the old metal. I strongly recommend making sure the hangers are square to either the front or back corners of the trailer.

expert reply by: John H

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Answer 1

To determine spring hanger placement for proper axle positioning you want to use the trailer tongue weight (TW) as a guide. The coupler at the trailer tongue is used as the reference point for the axles' positions. The coupler to axle distance…

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Answer 2

Yes, we do have the parts you are asking for, the Equalizer for 2 inch slipper springs as well as the front hanger for those springs. What you are looking for are the following parts: - Equalizer for 2" Wide Slipper Springs - 12" Long -…

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The spring capacity is the weight the spring is designed to support. For example the 3-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 4,000-lb Trailer Axles - 25-1/4" Long #e57SR you were looking at is designed for 4000lb axles, meaning each spring can support…

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Answer 4

The RhinoFLEX RV Sewer Hose Extension with Swivel Lug and Bayonet Fittings #CAM39765 and similar items do have removable orange fittings but there are not replacement parts available. If you have the fittings then you just need the hose #CAM39671. If…

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Answer 5

If the shackles are flipping the wrong direction frequently that typically means the leaf springs are too short, the hanger spacing is too big, or the shackles are too short. Most of the time it's somebody changed leaf springs and just went with…

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For a kit that comes with the same size equalizer as the #TREQE1 that you have that also includes bushings, hangers, and a hanger bolt you'd want the #APT3HD. This also comes with shackles and everything else needed so you'd be set with just…

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Answer 7

First you would want to jack up the trailer frame and then use jack stands to support it so that you can lower the jack and the wheels will be off of the ground. Next you will want to slide the jack under the first axle so that you can raise it up to…

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Yes, you can upgrade your 24' enclosed trailer's 5,200 lbs axles to 7,000 lbs straight axles. You'll need to upgrade your trailers suspension components, hubs, and wheels/tires. You will want to measure your current axle to ensure fit. I…

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Answer 9

Yes, axle spread and wheel base by definition are the same measurements. You will measure from the center of one axle to the center of the 2nd axle to determine what you axle spread is. This may be difficult as some wheels and covers will make this…

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Answer 10

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 11

The MORryde CRE3000 Rubber Equalizers are a great upgraded equalizer option for any trailer. They are cushioned so they will do a great job of absorbing road shock and providing a smoother ride. In order to choose the correct ones you'll need to…

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Answer 12

As your axles measure 35" apart from center to center but the frame hanger spread (FHS) measured 58-3/4", you did go the correct way. The axle spacing is definitely important, but the FHS is more so. Just be aware that you axle spacing may…

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Hanger Kit Recommendation for a Tandem Axle Trailer with Double Eye Springs and 5,200 lb Axles

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