Will a 26" Long Trailer Leaf Spring Work to Replace a 25-1/2" Long Trailer Leaf Spring

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Can I use 26 in leaf springs if my old ones measure 25.5?

asked by: Amber H

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If your existing leaf springs measure 25-1/2" then the correct replacement is likely either 25-1/8" or 25-1/4" as leaf springs stretch over time. Please note, leaf springs should also be measured with the trailer unloaded. I have attached for you below options in both these lengths, you'd just need to filter with your axle capacity. The 4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 3,500-lb Trailer Axles part # e54SR is a pretty common replacement measuring 25-1/8".

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Robert H.

4/13/2025

I have a 3500lbs, 24” x 1 3/4 wide leaf spring, three leafs,. I can’t seem to find a replacement on your site. Is this an odd size?

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Robin H.

4/13/2025

@RobertH I wouldn't say it is an odd size. We only carry certain leaf spring lengths so it may just be something we don't have right now. Did you account for the leaf spring flattening out over time? If you didn't, you may need one that is a little shorter like the # e59SR which measures 23-1/8" long eye to eye. The flat length would be 24-7/8". I attached a help article which explains how to measure just to be sure.

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Answer 1

Hey Levi, when picking out trailer leaf springs you want to base it off the axle capacity of the trailer and the length. You want to go with a spring that's about 1/4 inch shorter in length than one of your old springs when there isn't a load…

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Answer 2

Despite what the manufacturers of these equalizers say, the axle/wheel spacing isn't the right way to figure out the best fit for upgraded equalizers, including the MORryde CRE3000. The wheel spacing is more of a guideline, so to determine the…

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Answer 3

Good question, and what happens is that leaf springs elongate over time, and since you mentioned you got measurements of 25-1/2 inches from center eye to center eye and 26 inches under partial load, the best option for leaf springs really is the…

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Hey George, sorry to hear about your previous experience with your leaf spring setup. I've been stranded on the side of the road because of a trailer malfunction as well and it definitely isn't a pleasant experience so I understand where…

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Hello Steve. Thank you for emailing me the picture of your suspension, as they are always most helpful. Leaf springs have the tendency to stretch out over time which does not give us an accurate measurement, so with your leaf springs measuring at…

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Hi Jeff; to find the right replacement leaf springs you will need to know your axle capacity and find their length. If you don't already know the capacity, check the axle tag to see if it is listed. If you only have a serial number the axle…

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Hello Jacques, thanks for reaching out. Yes, you can put just one MORryde X-Factor Crossmember #MR33WR on the center hanger for starter. MORryde does recommend doing all 3 for optimal support, but it is perfectly acceptable to start with just one as…

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Hey Rusty! Can you measure the flat length? Check out the help article below which explains how to measure. This is the best solution for worn out leaf springs. Realistically they're probably a little shorter than 24-7/8" which means we…

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A lot of it depends on the length of the springs and equalizers that are used. When using Leaf Springs #e64SR with the #AP233 Equalizer Kit and the #H248 Hanger Kit, there should be 29-1/2" between the front and center hangers and 29-1/2"…

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So first I want to verify how you measured the leaf springs. On the etrailer Rust-Resistant 6-Leaf Double Eye Spring for 6K Trailer Axles #e88SR the 26" measurement is from center of leaf spring hole to center of leaf spring hole when the spring…

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We do have a variety of spring hangers you can use for a 7K triple axle system, and or that I recommend the Triple-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit #APTT5 which will space your axles 34" apart on center (see attached photo) and is compatible with…

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Answer 12

I would be happy to help! When measuring for new leaf springs you need to either take them off of the trailer, or jack up the side of the trailer so that the axle is not carrying any weight. Based on the pictures of the leaf springs on your 2017…

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Will a 26" Long Trailer Leaf Spring Work to Replace a 25-1/2" Long Trailer Leaf Spring

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