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Shackle Strap - 3-1/8" Long

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Shackle link helps connect double-eye leaf spring to rear hanger or equalizer on trailer suspension systems. Shackling the 2 components together allows the necessary pivot of the springs. Measures 3-1/8" from center of hole to center of hole. Great Prices for the best trailer suspension parts from etrailer. Shackle Strap - 3-1/8" Long part number TRSL313 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Shackle link helps connect double-eye leaf spring to rear hanger or equalizer on trailer suspension systems. Shackling the 2 components together allows the necessary pivot of the springs. Measures 3-1/8" from center of hole to center of hole.


Features:

  • Shackle link connects double-eye leaf spring to rear hanger of single-axle trailer or to equalizer of multi-axle trailer
    • Allows necessary pivot of springs for an evenly distributed load between axles and a smooth ride for trailer
  • 1 Shackle strap included


Specs:

  • Length (from center of hole to center of hole): 3-1/8"
  • Overall dimensions: 4-1/2" long x 1-1/4" wide
  • Bolt hole diameter: 9/16"


TSW 5208 3-1/8" Long Shackle Link

Replaces 115208 (SL-313) 3-1/8" Long Shackle Strap





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Hello neighbors, it's Brad here at etrailer, and today we're taking a look at replacement shackle straps for your trailer suspension. Most times our trailers are stored outside and they're exposed to a lot of elements. So just like any metal, it can corrode over time and you can see here's our old shackle strap. It has seen better days, and sometimes your holes can actually begin to oblong over time as the suspension moves. And unfortunately, once it starts to do that, it can get worse over time. So replacing something that connects all your suspension, these are gonna be a strong point to have your lease springs go to your equalizer.

So making sure that these are actually structurally strong are gonna make sure that your suspension is gonna be working properly and safely. So these straps have a diameter hole for the bolt of nine sixteenths. And you're gonna want to look at your old shackle straps to make sure that these are a direct replacement. And you're gonna measure the length by going from the center of the hole to the center of the hole. And these ones are gonna be three and 1/8th of an inch.

These are going to be steel construction, so they're gonna be nice and sturdy. And also when replacing anything on your suspension, this is just gonna kind of give it a fresh look. You know, if you're replacing your equalizer and you have rusty shackle straps, that doesn't really aesthetically look great, so this is gonna give it a fresh look and also be structurally strong. Now these are sold individually. So if you are replacing your tandem axle equalizer, you're gonna wanna pick up four of them.

And that was a look at replacement shackle straps for your trailer suspension..

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Shackle link helps connect double-eye leaf spring to rear hanger or equalizer on trailer suspension systems. Shackling the 2 components together allows the necessary pivot of the springs. Measures 3-1/8" from center of hole to center of hole.

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These shackles installed easily and were the exact same dimensions as the ones I replaced. The shackles are solid and appear to be sturdier than the ones I replaced. Ordering with etrailer was easy as they provided all the dimensions needed to order the correct shackles. Delivery was fast as well.



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Just right. Easy to install. My old ones were worn out. These took the slop right out.



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I had a trailer spring break this summer on the way home from a 2,700 mile trip. Our small luggage trailer just couldn’t take anymore rough roads. One of the springs broke through the centering bolt. The etrailer.com website and Tammie P. came through with replacement springs and accessories. Thank you Tammie P. And trailer.com!



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Great product! My first purchase from etrailer but it won't be my last! etrailer seems to have everything you would need for your RV or trailer. Waited until the last minute to pick up an extra leaf spring for my trip to Alaska. Fast shipping got it here in plenty of time. Thanks!



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Loved the personal service and the help. I tried a few other sources before going online to order from etrailer. One place I tried was an online tool dealer, and their online site was a mess without help and so was a retail location. etrailer, was quick to find me exactly what I needed and got me fixed up in just a few minutes. From now on all my trailer needs will be fulfilled from etrailer!!!



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Ordered these shackle links by far cheaper than anywhere else i could find them.i installed them very easily.they seem to b a solid product.most importantly to me is etrailers business ethic.they had me my parts days before the delivery date.they sent them immediatly after ordering them.whats most impressive is it was a 6.00 dollar order.to them its just as important as a 600.00 order.etrailer is the place to for all your trailer needs trust me.its nice to feel appreciated no matter what your order is.etrailer is my 1st stop shop



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I fabricate roll-out boat docks. I also fabricate light weight hinged shore ramps to make the transition from dock to shore. We weld 2 shackles at the end of a dock and the end of a ramp. We secure the ramp shackle to the dock shackle with a straight clevis pin and cotter creating a simple hinge effect. I like buying them in bulk vs a retailer that sells them in 2 paks and etrailer provides a good product at a fair price.



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Great price, Reasonable shipping. Order filled and shipped immediately.

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Ron

7/19/2017

working just fine, no noticeable wear



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Great products for a good price and fantastic service. I will be using etrailer again.
I broke one spring on my tandem axle trailer. After a little internet search I found etrailer. I decided to change all springs(upgraded to p4)shackles,equalizers,n bolts) total price around $200.00 about 40 percent cheaper than a local trailer repair shop..I ordered it early on a Tuesday and I got the order on Wednesday. Changed out parts on Thursday and back on the road on Friday. Great company to deal with!!



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I have bought several products from etrailer. Trailer fenders, spare tire brackets, tongue jack and retractable stern straps. I've ordered all my parts at different times and all of them have shipped and received to me in a short time. I will be ordering more parts from them on my next trailer project



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Using etrailer.com has been a great experience. They have a huge selection of trailer parts and make it very easy to find the right parts. The packaging seems to have gotten alot better. Very sturdy box. It arrived within a few days from ordering which was a huge plus. I was able to get the job done sooner than planned. That kind of experience will keep me loyal to etrailer for any future trailer parts needs. Thanks guys and gals. Keep up the great work. As far as the parts, eveything was heavier duty than factory. Since I measured the old parts I was able to find the exact replacements for those parts. The job went so smoothly without any issues. These springs raised the trailer height without any load on the axles 1.5 inches. It was definitely time for new springs and hardware. Im kind of glad the one spring broke.



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This is a multiple product review. The long bracket are good. The shorter brackets are of the same good quality. The issue is using the short brackets with the shackles. The shorter brackets could be narrower so the shackle line up better with spring and other longer bracket. We used washers to make it align better. The greasing bolts are good, but could be longer. so we could only use 2 of the 6 and had to use normal grade 8 bolts.



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the product arrived quickly and new as promised. I was so impressed with the customer service personal. I needed help with size the associate I spoke with was so knowledgeable and helpful. I would recommend this company to anyone that is looking for trailer parts. Or any other product they may carry.

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Cindy C.

6/1/2017

wonderful as it should



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I am completely satisfied with service and the product that I purchased from etrailer.com. The measurements and specifications on the web site were complete and accurate. Shipping was prompt and the parts were packed more carefully than anything that I have purchased online. Installation of my replacement leaf springs went seamlessly which I really appreciated as I had to leave my broken trailer at my hunt camp and had limited tools to do the repair.

I can't recommend etrailer.com highly enough. They are now my first choice in trailer parts.



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Just what we needed to replace the old rusted shackles when installing the new leaf springs.



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good quality



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Good quality product. Been using these for about a year now and have had no issues. Everything was a direct replacement and bolted right up.



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holes not finished and sharp edges price is good though



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Just what I ordered.



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Worked good to get this customers stock trailer fixed!



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Exact item I needed but came bare metal. Had to paint. Fast shipping



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Not much to say it's a shackle strap, I ordered 4 and they are as described and shipping was right on, I did however redrill them for 2" centers, I'm happy and wont hesitate to order from etrailer in the future.



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Heavy duty. Should last longer than 5 years like the factory ones did



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Perfect replacement for stock piece



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I replaced the equalizers, shackles, bushings, bolts, and nuts on an old trailer. Everything fit properly without modification. Product quality was excellent.

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Sam B.

6/25/2017

No problems to date. A coat of primer keeps the corrosion under control.


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