Are Leaf Spring Bushings Hard to Replace
Question:
recently purchased bronze leaf spring bushings from you, springs are new with plastic looking bushings, also ordered wet bolts from you. how hard is it to replace the plastic ones, can bronze be knock in easy ,or is fit so tight they are hard to get in? also what is approx. mileage or length of time plastic will last versus bronze i feel manufactures have some wear time springs are una 220 again thanks for your help and quick response.
asked by: David C
Expert Reply:
You should be able to get the nylon bushings out fairly easily. In the worst case scenario, you can use an old 5/8 inch bolt or piece of round bar stock and punch the bushing out. The bronze bushings can be pounded in with a mallet or a hammer. If you're using a hammer, be sure to use a block of wood between the bushing and hammer so you don't damage the bushing.
I spoke with my Redline representative, who wasn't able to provide a lifespan figure for a leaf spring bushing. The fact that you're using wet suspension bolts will quiet your suspension, and will ensure you get maximum life out of the bushings.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Bronze Bushing - 9/16" Inner Diameter, 11/16" Outer Diameter - 1-3/4" Long - Qty 1
- Trailer Suspension Parts
- Bushings
- Boat Trailer
- Camper
- Car Hauler
- Snowmobile Trailer
- Utility Trailer
- 9/16 Inch ID x 11/16 Inch OD
- 1-3/4 Inch Long
- Dexter
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Video: Review of the Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers
- Shop: MORryde Suspension Upgrade Kit for Tandem Axle Trailers - 2-1/4" Long Shackle Straps
- Shop: MORryde Suspension Upgrade Kit for Tandem Axle Trailers - 3-1/8" Long Shackle Straps
- Shop: Dexter Bronze Bushings - Qty 4
- Video: All You Need to Know About the Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit
- Video: Installation Guide for the Dexter Bronze Bushings on a 2022 Grand Design Imagine Travel Trailer
- Shop: Kodiak Hydraulic Brake Hose - 3/16" Male Fittings w/ Stainless Flares - 1/8" ID - 1.5'
- Shop: Suspension Bushing - Nylon
- Article: How to Measure Your Trailer Wheel Bolt Pattern
- Video: Step-By-Step Installation Tutorial for the Suspension Bushing on a 1917 Ford Model T
- Shop: Lippert Replacement 500:1 Motor for Electric In-Wall RV Slide-Out System - High Torque
- Q&A: Bronze Bushings for Double-Eye Leaf Spring
- Q&A: Replacement Bushings for Lippert Never Fail Bushings
- Search Results: triple axle equalizer
- Search Results: disc brake conversion kit
- Search Results: kodiak brake line
- Article: 7 Common Questions Everyone Has About Trailer Tires
- Shop: Kodiak Hydraulic Brake Hose - Straight and 90-Degree Male Fittings w/ Stainless Flares - 1.5'
- Search Results: moryde shackles
- Search Results: trailer brake caliper
- Q&A: Are There Bronze Leaf Spring Bushings 3/4" OD x 9/16" ID
- Article: Double-Eye Trailer Suspension System Review
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Video: Dexter Brake Line Tee with Mounting Bracket: The Breakdown
- Q&A: Replacement Disc Brake Caliper for a Tie Down Engineering 46304 Caliper
- Video: All You Need to Know About the Nylon Bushings
- Video: Dexstar Steel Spoke Trailer Wheel Spec Review
- Search Results: trailer bump stop
- Search Results: wheel
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
on Trailer Suspension Parts
Allen
7/27/2020
I have a 2000lb double eye spring with 1/2” bushings. Is it acceptable to drill them to 9/16” to accept the 9/16 hardware my trailer uses?