What is Recommended Clearance between Trailer Axle and Frame
Updated 06/28/2017 | Published 06/27/2017
Question:
I am putting a new 3500# axle spring setup under a 7 x 14 enclosed trailer. It was a torsion setup but I am now using leaf spring uni-216 setup. I have installed the spring to the axle on my shop floor but concerned that I only have 2.5 inches of clearance before the trailer is even on it. I dont want to put the axle below the spring as the trailer will sit too high. Is 2.5inch enough? In the pic the yellow level represents the frame.
asked by: Jeff
Expert Reply:
The recommended clearance with leaf spring suspension on an unloaded trailer is between 2 - 2-1/2 inches. You should have sufficient clearance with your loaded trailer, as leaf springs only tend to deflect 1-1/2 inch when carrying a load.
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3-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 3,500-lb Trailer Axles - 23-1/8" Long
- Trailer Leaf Springs
- Double Eye Springs
- 9/16 Inch Eye
- Nylon Bushings
- 3500 lbs
- 1-3/4 Inch Wide
- 3 Leaf
- 23-1/8 Inch Long
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