Spring Hanger Relocation Recommendation for a Trailer to Install Leaf Springs

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I purchased SP-169275 springs in hope they would fit where I have 22 1/2inch springs. They will not fit unless I redo the mounts. Any ideas? You have springs that are 23 1/4. Your part number is 1724. What do you think?

asked by: Greg M

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Expert Reply:

For your setup the best option you would have would be to move the spring hangers you currently have. If there was a spring we carried that was right at 22 inches in length it would be perfect for you. But since the two closest sizes to what you would need are 20-1/4 and 23-1/4 inches there really isn't a size that would work.

Moving your spring hangers to accommodate the # e84SR springs you have right now would be your best option. Finding a qualified fabricator to do the welding would be your best option.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The mounting brackets on the Curt Class 5 Universal Weld-on Hitch #C47CR do need to be in that upright position so while this hitch can technically fit with your motorhome chassis, you'll need to get creative on how to properly weld the brackets…

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Answer 2

The Dexter Over Under kit part #K71-385-00 is designed for 3 inch axles which are typically between 5,200 and 7,200 lbs in capacity. The U-bolts that come with this are rated for that amount of weight so you would not need to worry about them being…

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Answer 3

Shackle straps can actually flip if they're too short as opposed to being too long, so it makes sense because you mentioned you put on shorter, 2-1/2" shackle straps. Also, if the leaf springs you replaced are shorter than what you had (…

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Answer 4

Moving your axles below the leaf springs will certainly give you additional height on your trailer. I can also tell by the picture that you have plenty of room between the tires to go with a taller wheel/tire setup as well. Since you have square…

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Answer 5

In order to raise a leaf sprung axle without changing the orientation of the axle tube in relation to the leaf spring pack, you really only have one option which is the Tandem Axle Lift Kit part #RR23QX and this provides 2-1/4" of lift unlike…

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Answer 6

Going to a higher rated spring will not give you higher rated axles. The axles themselves have their own rating independent of the springs. So going to a higher rated spring would only increase your trailer capacity if they were the weakest link…

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Answer 7

In order to find the correct suspension upgrade kit you are going to need to take some measurements. We do not have one that includes the equalizers based on your axle spacing so you will need to get those separately. Starting with your shackles, the…

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Answer 8

A leaf spring like the part #e57SR has a distance of 25-1/4 inches between the spring eyes. I did some checking and the hanger kit you would want is the Single-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit #APS4. And the distance between the spring hanger centers should…

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Answer 9

For a single axle trailer, you want the shackle strap to be able to move so that you have the spring deflection needed for your suspension. Angled like the photo or even almost vertical is fine you just don't want the shackle strap to bind and…

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Answer 10

From the measurements you provided, the Lippert Road Armor #LC696740 is going to be the better option. You will also need the #LC64FR to complete it. This will include wet bolts and all shackles, but they will be a little shorter at 3 1/8 inches.

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Answer 11

The only double-eye spring we offer that's near the dimension you mentioned is part #e84SR for a 2000 lb axle. The spring has three leaves, but keep in mind that the number of leaves a spring has doesn't necessarily denote its weight…

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Answer 12

Yes. Since you know your 2019 Forest River Wolf Pack 325/13 uses an equalizer that is 5-3/4" long you'll be able to use the MORryde Rubber Equalizers #MR87ZR for an upgrade. It's a good idea to go ahead and upgrade your shackle straps…

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