Recommended Spring Hanger Kit for Load Rite Boat Trailer 3X5 Box Frame, 7200 lbs Gross Suspension

Published 06/05/2015

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Question:

Is there a bolt on spring hanger kit for this trailer. Dont want the torsion axles any more. Has to connect to the frame with square U bolts. Noticed an old Venture trailer had a plate under the frame with the hangers on it.

asked by: Albert J

Expert Reply:

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 kits for trailers that have worn suspensions, but can be used if you know all the dimensions you need for the system to work together with your trailer's wheels and tires, frame, and expected ride height.

When selecting your hanger kit take into account the spacing of the axles to be sure that the wheels and tires you will be using will have clearance at the center between the axles. The # APT3 and # APT5 kits have hanger spacing charts on our web pages. Dimension C will allow you to determine the distance you will have between your wheels and tires. If you chose the # APT5 kit and # e28SR spring with the 15 inch wheel and tire, # AM32664, you would have 5 inches between the tires which is plenty of room for the suspension to work properly. You will need somewhere between 3 and 4 inches minimum for the suspension to work properly in most cases.