1. Trailer Parts
2. Trailer Suspension
3. Trailer Leaf Springs
4. Dexterx

You can use leaf springs that are rated higher than the axle without any issues as long as they measure the correct measurement for your trailer. For example the 6-leaf double eye spring for 7,000 lb axles part #e64SR measures…

Hey Jason, so we know that your 2020 Grand Design Solitude 390RK does have 8k axles so in terms of capacity the leaf spring part #e89FV that you referenced would work but we don't have a way to verify the length of your current…

Hey Kevin thanks for your question. There is not much downside to going with the 5,000 lb springs instead of the 3,500 lb. A higher rated spring may make the ride a bit more "chunky" at times, since the…

To correctly measure a leaf spring, you'll want to jack the trailer up on jack stands so the axle is hanging freely, then measure directly across from the center of one spring eye to the other, as shown in the provided diagram. The…

Hello Brian; the 3/8" difference isn't enough to matter so you can use the #e89FV as a replacement. We do have the U-Bolt Kit for Mounting 5,200-lb to 7,000-lb Round Trailer Axles #APUBR-8 for 3"…

I can help you determine the right replacement double-eye leaf springs for your Keystone Hideout, though we don't have any way of knowing what specific ones you need. It's pretty easy though, as all you need to do is…

Leaf springs typically have the part #stamped on the strap that holds the leafs together at one end of the shorter leafs, or it is painted on the concave side of the springs. The part number can then be used to determine the capacity of the…

You are indeed right to think this way. When picking out the appropriate leaf springs for your custom built trailer you will want to choose them based on what the actual loaded weight of the trailer will be. Just make sure that the leaf springs…

The determine the correct replacement leaf spring on your 2021 Coachmen 259FKDS you'll need to lift your trailer frame so the spring is hanging freely and then measure from center-eye to center-eye, then for the equalizer you need…

For a replacement leaf spring you need to know your axle capacity as well as the length of your current leaf springs. You will need to measure from center of one eye to center of other eye on your leaf spring that isn't broken.…

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

Hey Roland, thanks for reaching out! Overslung axles are a special order situation and we unfortunately only have standard axles here at etrailer. With that being said, you can order a standard axle that meets your specs and then use the Dexter…

You can use leaf springs that are rated higher than the axle without any issues as long as they measure the correct measurement for your trailer. For example the 6-leaf double eye spring for 7,000 lb axles part #e64SR measures…

Hey Jason, so we know that your 2020 Grand Design Solitude 390RK does have 8k axles so in terms of capacity the leaf spring part #e89FV that you referenced would work but we don't have a way to verify the length of your…

Hey Kevin thanks for your question. There is not much downside to going with the 5,000 lb springs instead of the 3,500 lb. A higher rated spring may make the ride a bit more "chunky" at times, since…

To correctly measure a leaf spring, you'll want to jack the trailer up on jack stands so the axle is hanging freely, then measure directly across from the center of one spring eye to the other, as shown in the provided diagram.…

Hello Brian; the 3/8" difference isn't enough to matter so you can use the #e89FV as a replacement. We do have the U-Bolt Kit for Mounting 5,200-lb to 7,000-lb Round Trailer Axles #APUBR-8 for…

I can help you determine the right replacement double-eye leaf springs for your Keystone Hideout, though we don't have any way of knowing what specific ones you need. It's pretty easy though, as all you need to…

Leaf springs typically have the part #stamped on the strap that holds the leafs together at one end of the shorter leafs, or it is painted on the concave side of the springs. The part number can then be used to determine the capacity of the…

You are indeed right to think this way. When picking out the appropriate leaf springs for your custom built trailer you will want to choose them based on what the actual loaded weight of the trailer will be. Just make sure that the leaf springs…

The determine the correct replacement leaf spring on your 2021 Coachmen 259FKDS you'll need to lift your trailer frame so the spring is hanging freely and then measure from center-eye to center-eye, then for the equalizer you…

For a replacement leaf spring you need to know your axle capacity as well as the length of your current leaf springs. You will need to measure from center of one eye to center of other eye on your leaf spring that isn't broken.…

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

Hey Roland, thanks for reaching out! Overslung axles are a special order situation and we unfortunately only have standard axles here at etrailer. With that being said, you can order a standard axle that meets your specs and then use the Dexter…