Should Trailer Suspension Shackle Straps Mount Below or Above the Equalizer
Updated 06/22/2015 | Published 06/21/2015
Question:
What would be the problems if you change the shackle straps to below the equaliser. ??? Many thanks.
asked by: Dave. C
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Expert Reply:
Having the shackles below the equalizer would put the leaf spring out of level. Also, the equalizer wouldn't want to function properly and most likely the shackle would end up flipping over to the top of it or binding up/putting undue stress on the leaf spring/shackle/equalizer.
You would definitely want to have the shackles mounted above the equalizer. Check out the help article I attached on trailer suspension as well.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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1-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 6,000-lb Trailer Axles - 25-1/4" Long
- Trailer Leaf Springs
- Double Eye Springs
- 9/16 Inch Eye
- Bushing Not Included
- 6000 lbs
- 1-3/4 Inch Wide
- 1 Leaf
- 25-1/4 Inch Long
- Standard Grade
- etrailer
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