Can Enclosed Trailer Ramp Spring # CB250D96SHD be Cut Down for an 88 inch Wide Ramp Door

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Enclosed Trailer Ramp Spring - Dual, 96inch Wide Item # CB250D96SHD Can this spring assembly be cut down to work for an 88inch door?

asked by: Mike B

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Yes the Enclosed Trailer Ramp Spring # CB250D96SHD that you referenced can be cut down to 88 inches if needed. The minimum length is 80 inches.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Your door is a little too narrow for the spring you mentioned but we do have a solution that is the correct size with the part #CB250D96SHD which has a 250 lb weight capacity and is for ramp doors that are between 80 and 96 inches in width.

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Answer 2

When selecting ramp springs for a trailer ramp, you will want to know the diameter of your hinge pin and how much space you have available in the hinge. A typical horse trailer or utility trailer ramp uses 3/4 inch hinge pins and would require two…

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Answer 3

The weight capacity of the Enclosed Trailer Ramp Spring #CB250D96SHD that you referenced is the capacity of the spring as a whole. It wouldn't be listed as total ramp weight since the length of the ramp and hinge used would end up making that…

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Answer 4

Happy to help James, thanks for reaching out! Choosing the right M-3 ramp door spring system really comes down to matching your specific trailer and door. The biggest factor is the weight of your ramp door. The spring system is designed to help lift…

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The Replacement Drum for M-3 Dual Ramp Springs - Right Hand #DRUM-M-3RH or the Replacement Drum for M-3 Dual Ramp Springs - Left Hand #DRUM-M-3LH is what you are seeking. You also want the Replacement Cables for Conventional Ramp Door Spring -…

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Answer 6

I'd go with a double spring personally, Scott. These are typically going to be used on more heavy duty applications like your enclosed trailer with a pretty heavy door. In order to get a proper replacement though, you'd need measure the width…

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Answer 7

Hey Rodney! Congrats on your new trailer! If you door weighs 250 lbs or less the Conventional Ramp Door Spring for 8' Wide Enclosed Trailer item #CB250D96SHD will perfectly. You'll just need to trim the shaft down to fit your trailer's…

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Answer 8

Hi Steven; all of our axles are going to have the spring seats mounted underneath. If you can tell me the length of your axle (hub face to hub face measurement), I can see what is available for a replacement. If the spring seat measurement matches…

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The Enclosed Trailer Ramp Heavy Duty Spring - Dual, 96" Wide #CB250D96SHD is rated for doors up to 250 lbs. I'm confident your ramp won't weigh more than that unless you've added weight to it beyond the decking.

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Can Enclosed Trailer Ramp Spring # CB250D96SHD be Cut Down for an 88 inch Wide Ramp Door

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