Question Was Asked By - Stan T

Recommendation for Replacing Weekend Warrior Trailer Leaf Springs

Question:

I broke a leaf spring on my trailer and would like to replace all six of them, the ones on there now are 26 eye to eye with 3 hight 4 leaf. The axels i think are 6,000 lbs ea. would the PR626 work or is it too light? If so do have another one that would work? Thanks Stan

asked by: Stan T

Expert Reply:

If you have 6000 pound axles then the PR626 will not be heavy enough for your trailer. When replacing springs on an axle you divide the axle carrying capacity in half to get the spring capacity. This means that you will need at least 3000 pound springs. When you measure your old springs, they will measure longer than the new spring due to wear. Since you have a broken spring you may want to go with our PR6, 6 leaf spring which is 3300 lbs rated. It is recommended to replace all leaf springs at the same time so as not to create instability in the trailer when towing. This 6 leaf spring will handle more weight but you still can not exceed the weight capacity of the axle.

expert reply by: Bob G

Products Referenced in This Question

Trailer Leaf Spring, 3300 lbs. 6 Leaf