We carry 4 double-eye springs that are 26 inches long. I've linked our selection for you to check them out and choose the weight capacity you need. Shackle straps that are 5-1/4 inches center on center is very long. The longest we carry is only…
The VIN doesn't give me really any information beyond what you already gave so I reached out to the manufacturer. You have the 3,700 lb axle, but it has the standard 3,500 lb spindle size based on the bearing numbers they gave me for your axle. I…
For a single axle trailer, you want the shackle strap to be able to move so that you have the spring deflection needed for your suspension. Angled like the photo or even almost vertical is fine you just don't want the shackle strap to bind and…
You want leaf spring shackles to be at a slight angle as that prevents the springs from flipping around to the other side of the equalizer over uneven terrain. I attached a picture that shows what the angle is typically like.
I am happy to help! Starting with the two holes in the shorter hangers included in the Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for Double-Eye Springs - 2-1/2" Front/Rear, 4-1/2" Center #APT8 you were looking at. Those holes are not for bolting but…
I checked with Carolina Skiff and they were able to give me the trailer specifications for the size 1655 DLX. They recommend that you use 2" x 6" wood, carpet-covered bunks that are 10' 6" long spaced 40" apart when measuring…
Hey Jim, welcome back! You are on the right track with the #APT5 kit. As long as the hanger height, shackle and equalizer length are the same, you can be sure it will work. The equalizer in the kit is 7-3/4" long center hole to center hole. The…
The CE Smith Front/Center/Rear Hanger Bracket for Double-Eye Springs - Galvanized Steel - Bolt On #CE14035G40 measures 3 inches wide and the center on center bolt holes are 1-5/8 inches. Because of this it will not fit and you would instead need the…
We only have 2 options for bolt-on hangers: - CE Smith Front/Rear Hanger Bracket for Double-Eye Springs #CE14026G which have an inside width of 1-1/4" - CE Smith Front/Center/Rear Hanger Bracket for Double-Eye Springs #CE14035G40 which have an…
In order to find the correct replacement leaf springs for a trailer you first need to start by noting the type whether that be slipper or double eye. Then, you'll need to measure their unloaded length via jacking up the trailer. If the springs…
Hi Jack, The 33" or 35" spacing is measured from the center of one axle to the center of the other axle (measurement C in diagram). If this isn't a new build and your just replacing suspension components then I'd recommend measuring…
