Typical Hanger Spacings for Tandem Axle Trailer with 3,500 lb Axles  

Hey Ryan, You want to keep all your hangers the same size they were previously or the suspension could get out of whack (to use a less than scientific term). So assuming the equalizer and shackles of the #AP233 are the same size you had, then replace…

Since you have a 7-3/4" equalizer you are going to want to use the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit #K71-449-00 you found. While most trailers who use this size equalizer will have a 35" axle spacing it is more important to match the…

It sounds like you will most likely need the 3-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 2,500-lb Trailer Axles #e66SR for your 2003 Tracker Trailstar TV-18 trailer. This leaf spring has a eye to eye center length of 25-1/8". Your spring is likely sagging a…

Good question, and what happens is that leaf springs elongate over time, and since you mentioned you got measurements of 25-1/2 inches from center eye to center eye and 26 inches under partial load, the best option for leaf springs really is the…

I can help you determine the right replacement double-eye leaf springs for your Keystone Hideout, though we don't have any way of knowing what specific ones you need. It's pretty easy though, as all you need to do is measure your current leaf…

Hey Ryan, You're right that leaf springs can flatten a bit over time, but I wouldn't go with a full 1/2 inch less. Something slightly shorter (1/4 inch or so) would be better, but otherwise, I'd stick with the 26 inch springs. Just a…

We do not recommend moving from 7,000lb #e64SR to 8,000lb #DX74XR leaf springs as this creates a stiffer ride with more bounce. This causes more shock to transfer inside your RV which can cause damage to the trim and electronics. Instead I recommend…

I have attached a drawing of a typical triple-axle setup you can check out. I have noted the locations you would install the #LC281288 kit shackles, bolts, sleeves, and nuts. As you can see, one of the equalizers does not use a replacement set of…

The Dexter axles you have are 7k rated based on the part number you mentioned so the etrailer leaf springs part #e64SR that you referenced would be the correct part number as long as your current springs are right at 25 inches unloaded. If you have a…

The angle of the shackle straps is not a precise measurement but you will want them to be around 45 degrees. The diagram may look different but staying around 45 degrees is where you will want to be. I have included a link to our FAQ article on…

Thank you for providing the specs for the suspension components that you already have. Correct hanger spacing really depends on the components being used such as springs, hangers and equalizers. Most of the hanger spacing dimensions that we have are…

I recommend going with the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit #K71-449-00 on your trailer. This will have another 7-3/4" wide equalizer versus only the 5-3/4" wide one you get in the Kit #K71-359-00. Both kits will give you the shorter…