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• Parts Needed to Replace Equalizer and Shackles and How to Determine Which Parts to Use
  Generally you'll want to replace your equalizer and shackles with ones that have the same or similar dimensions. The equalizer in the # AP233 kit has a 2" tall and 5-3/4" long (eye bolt center to eye bolt center) and the shackles included are 2-1/4" long. You might be able to make up the distance by just using some longer shackle straps like the Replacement Shackle Strap - 2-5/8" Long # 115052, which will give you an extra 3/8" of an inch. If you can provide the length of the shackle straps...
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• What Hanger Kit To Use For Tandem Axle Trailer With 2,000 lb Axles
  Hello Torrey, thanks for reaching out. Generally with a 2,000 lb axle setup you would want each hanger to be the same height. Using a taller hanger will increase the deck height, and shorter hangers will bring it lower. So if you want a lower ride, you could use a kit like the # APT9 kit which comes with 2-1/2" tall hangers. Or to bring it higher use # APT5 which is 3-1/4" tall hangers. This could also help get you more clearance between the tires and fenders if needed. I have linked...
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• Can All Three Leaf Spring Hangers Be the Same Length On a Tandem Axle Trailer
  Yes, the front, rear, and center leaf spring hangers can all be the same length. We actually offer kits that come with everything you need including the same length leaf spring hangers for the front, rear, and center. I recommend the Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for Double-Eye Springs part # APT9.
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• Hanger Spacing for Tandem Axle Trailer Using 25-1/4-Inch Leaf Springs
  The distance on center between the spring hanger bolt holes for dual axle setups, with the # APT9 Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit, should be 29-1/2 inches for double eye springs that measure 25-1/4 inches on center between the spring eyes and for axles that are 3 inches in diameter. This will put your axle spacing somewhere between 33-1/2 and 34 inches. You will also need to determine the position of the axles before welding the spring hangers into place. The general rule of thumb for...
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• Spring Hanger Spacing with the Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for Double-Eye Springs # APT9
  The distance on center between the spring hanger bolt holes for dual axle setups, with the # APT9 Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit, should be 29-1/2 inches for double eye springs that measure 25-1/4 inches on center between the spring eyes and for axles that are 3 inches in diameter. This will put your axle spacing somewhere between 33-1/2 and 34 inches. You will also need to determine the position of the axles before welding the spring hangers into place. The general rule of thumb for double...
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• How to Decide Which Tandem Axle Trailer Hanger Kit to Use
  Typically when building a tandem axle trailer I recommend using either the # APT3 or # APT5 Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit. These are the most common kits used for utility trailers and parts are readily available. The # APT5 kit is by far the most common because all the hangers are the same height and provide good tire clearance. There are a lot of variables when selecting a hanger kit. First you should select a kit that will accommodate the wheel and tire combination you are using. The...
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• Does Trailer Suspension 7-3/4 Inch Equalizer EQ-E1 Have a Weight Capacity
  Equalizer # TREQE1 does not have a weight capacity itself. It isn't bearing much of the weight compared to other components in a trailer suspension set up. If you have a tandem axle trailer then you could potentially use kit # APT5, # APT3, # APT9, # APT8, # APT7, or # APT3HD. All of these kits have the 7-3/4 inch long equalizers. For a triple axle trailer you could use # APTT5 or # APTT3. All of the above kits also come with hangers. If you do not need hangers then you would need to...
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• Troubleshooting Leaf Spring Fit on Top of the Axle on a Tandem-Axle Trailer
  I assume by flip, you mean you moved the leaf springs to the top of the axle. If this is the case, then all of the springs should sit the same. There are a few things you can check to ensure everything is in place. If you had to weld on new hangers to the trailer frame, then I would check and make sure they are attached properly. You will also have to weld new spring seats like # TRSS238 on the top of the axles for the leaf springs to sit on. You can also use a conversion kit like the...
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• Is a Mounting Kit Needed to Install 4-Leaf Double Eye Leaf Springs
  Linda yes, you are going to also need a hanger kit like the Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for Double-Eye Springs # APT9 to install the 4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 3,500-lb Trailer Axles # DX23CR you'll just need to let me know what size hangers you have, what your shackle straps measure, and the measurements for your equalizers. From here, I'd be happy to look for a kit that matches what you need.
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• Troubleshooting Axle Coming Out of Alignment on Tandem Axle Trailer
  The front (or rear) axle definitely shouldn't be wandering around like what you described on your friend's tandem axle trailer. I recommend making sure that the slipper springs are securely attached to the center and front/rear hangers and the equalizer is in good condition. Also make sure that your hangers are appropriate for the width of your slipper springs. It's possible that you are using hangers for wider springs and it's allowing the rear portion of the spring to angle a bit during...
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• Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kits For Double-Eye Leaf Springs With Different Height Hangers
  Spring hangers are only to be mounted with the base of the U facing the frame. We do offer an array of different kits for a tandem axle trailer listed below or you can also find the hangers individually. If you can offer me some measurements of your current hangers and what amount of rise or drop you are looking to achieve I can give you my recommendations. Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for Double Eye Springs - 3-1/4" Tall Front/Center/Rear # APT5 Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for Double-Eye...
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• Troubleshooting Leaf Springs Bolts that are Binding Up When Shackle Bolts are Tightened
  You are tightening the shackle bolts too much if they are binding up. The shackle bolts do not require a specific torque rating because tightening the shackle bolts too much will squeeze the shackle straps against the leaf springs and the whole suspension system will bind and cause problems. The best thing to do when tightening down shackle bolts is to use lock nuts and tighten them until they are snug and then backed off 1/4 turn. Lock nuts should be used because they resist loosening...
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• Recommended Components For Tandem Axle Upgrade On Loadrite MC 1800 3 Rail Motorcycle Trailer
  Thank you for your email answering my questions on your axle. I have the information to help you with your tandem axle application. Your current axle is not a standard size, so I recommend replacing your current axle as well. There are two routes to go for this, the more traditional style or the axle-less. For the Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension System with Hubs - 5 on 4-1/2 - Regular Tires - 2,000 lbs, # A20RS545, you simply mount the axles square and the suspension is integrated....
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• Center Hanger Interference Troubleshooting for a Tandem Axle Trailer Converted to Single Axle
  If I am understanding you correctly it sounds like there is a center hanger mounted directly above the axle of your trailer (that is on top of your leaf springs) that is preventing the trailer suspension from being able to travel. If this is the case I would remove that hanger as it is preventing your trailer suspension from functioning. If the springs are flat without any bow to them they might be overloaded or just worn out. If you look on the frame of your trailer there should be a...
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• How to Determine Axle Placement for Tandem Trailer
  The general rule for placement of axles on a trailer is to put them in a position that allows 10 to 15 percent of the trailer's total weight to be at the tongue. Hitting this range of tongue weight (TW) is important for avoiding issues with trailer sway. Too little TW leads to trailer sway. You'll want to firm up the design of the trailer first, meaning first mounting permanent fixtures like tool boxes or tanks, so that their weight is accounted for when you mock up the axle positions....
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• Will Adding a 2ND Axle to a Boat Trailer Increase The Tread Life Of The Tires?
  Honestly Karl, adding a 2nd axle to your boat trailer is not going to increase your tire life enough to justify all the costs needed to add an Axle # e65GR, new Hanger Kit # APT9, 4 Leaf Springs # e54SR plus the cost of the additional wheels and tires. And while the tires may last longer you are going to have 4 on the ground wearing instead of 2 so the tires would have to last over twice as long to make sense. I would start by checking to see if you can switch to Radial tires which tend...
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• Trailer Hanger Kit Recommendation for Trailer with 25-/4 inch long Leaf Springs
  Mobile home axle components can be hard to find replacement parts for, but if you have leaf springs part # e46SR the part # APT9 would be a great hanger kit to use. The distance on center between the spring hanger bolt holes for dual axle setups, with the # APT9 Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit, should be 29-1/2 inches for double eye springs that measure 25-1/4 inches on center between the spring eyes and for axles that are 3 inches in diameter. This will put your axle spacing somewhere...
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• Tandem Axle Hanger Kit # APT9 Recommendation for a Homemade Trailer
  The suspension kit that would be the closest to what you have on your trailer would definitely be the Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit # APT9. The minor dimensional differences would not cause an issue. Since the equalizers would be 3/4 of an inch longer I would recommend you compensate for that with hanger spacing. The distance on center between the spring hanger bolt holes for dual axle setups, with the # APT9 Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit, should be 29-1/2 inches for double eye springs...
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• Distance Between Center of Axle and Trailer Frame For 6k Axle With APT9
  The axle clearance - distance between the center of your 6k, 3 inch axle and trailer frame - will be 3-3/4 inches when using the spring hanger kit you asked about, which is the following part number: - Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for Double-Eye Springs - 2-1/2" Front/Rear/Center # APT9 The 3-3/4 inches of the # APT9 will be more than enough as the recommended minimum clearance is 2 inches, so you'll have a good deal more than that.
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• Trailer Suspension Hanger Kit for Two 2-3/8 Inch Axles and 25-1/4 Inch Leaf Springs
  A suspension hanger kit won't have anything to do with the space between the tires and the trailer frame but can affect the front to back space between the tires. I recommend kit # APT5. On it the center to center distance between axles is 33-1/2 inches (suggested) and since your tire size of 255/75-15 has an overall diameter of 28.6 inches then there will be plenty of space. I have included a link to our help article on double-eye spring suspension for you.
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• Recommended Spring Hanger Kit for Load Rite Boat Trailer 3X5 Box Frame, 7200 lbs Gross Suspension
  There are a lot of variables to consider when selecting a hanger kit. First you should select a kit that will accommodate the wheel and tire combination you are using. The # APT3 kit is a good choice for smaller wheel and tire combinations like 14 inch wheel and tire combinations and the # APT5 kit would be a good choice for 15 or 16 inch wheel and tire combinations since it provides a bit more clearance for tire height. The # APT7, # APT8 and # APT9 hanger kits are typically used as replacement...
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• Replacement Leaf Springs for 1998 Coachmen Catalina 364 TBS
  Based on the weight capacity you mentioned seeing on the spec sheet the best option for a leaf spring would be the part # SP-222275 which is for a 5,300 lb axle but is a bit shorter at 24-7/8 inches which is more common on the higher capacity axles. So then for a U-bolt kit you'd want the part # CE23003 which fits the 3 inch round axles which are the size of 5,200 lb axles. It will probably make the most sense to go with a new hanger kit too since the leaf springs are a shorter and you'd...
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• What is the Weight Capacity for the Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit # APT9
  The Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit, # APT9, is designed for a double-eye leaf spring setup which typically utilizes springs for 2,000 to 7,000 lb trailer axles, or up to 3,500 lbs for each spring, see link. The hanger kits are not given a capacity rating because they are designed to work with all of the springs that are sized correctly to work with the hangers. If your application is for trailer axles that are rated higher than 7,000 lbs capacity, you would need to go with a slipper spring...
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• Correct Replacement Hanger Kit for Car Trailer
  It sounds like # APT9 is the correct hanger kit for you. Do the 2-5/8 inch shackle straps and 7-3/4 equalizers match your current parts? The hangers of the kit are a 1/4 inch shorter than your current ones but if everything else matches that's not going to be a problem for you.
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