Slipper Spring and Tandem Axle Hanger Kit Recommendation for a 14k Trailer

Published 01/19/2016

Products Featured in This Question

1-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 6,000-lb Trailer Axles - 25-1/4" Long

(2183)

$31.05

Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for 2" Slipper Springs - 13-1/8" Long Equalizers

(56)

$342.11

Question:

I will be replacing the axles on my trailer and would like to upgrade the suspension. The existing double eye leaf springs are 26inch x 1 3/4. Two of the existing spring hangers are broken. Is there any advantage to installing slipper springs? Do you have a complete kit with springs and all hardware rated for 8,000# or 9,000# axles Thanks

asked by: Ed G

Helpful Expert Reply:

Both slipper springs and double eye springs will work just as well as the other as long as they are rated for the weight of the trailer. Typically slipper springs are seen more on the heavier capacity trailers.

For an 8k axle rated spring you really only have the option of slipper springs. You would want the # e46SR like you referenced.

For a tandem axle hanger kit for use with this spring you would then want the part # AP216-H238.

expert reply by: Jameson C