Why are Trailer Center Hangers of Tandem Axle Hanger Kits Longer
Updated 05/19/2015 | Published 05/18/2015
Question:
i am building a car/utility trailer, what is the purpose of longer hangers for equalizer , and what hanger set would give me maximum suspension travel.
asked by: Mike G
Helpful Expert Reply:
The longer hangers are the center hangers. The reason they are longer than the end hangers is because the shackle straps of the equalizer. It is somewhat hard to explain, but the longer center hanger is to compensate for how the shackle straps move the spring up higher.
Check out the picture I attached for more info. Hopefully that explains it better.
Leaf springs typically can only travel a few inches. So you won't gain much travel by going with longer hangers.
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