Does a Slipper Spring Suspension Use a Bushing on the Slipper End

Updated 03/23/2021 | Published 03/19/2021

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Single-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for 1-3/4" Slipper Springs - 1-1/2" Tall Front

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

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Question:

I have a tandem axle boat trailer with the open eye leaf springs is there a bushing that goes into the open eye side of the spring? Thanks

asked by: Doug N

Expert Reply:

There is not a bushing on the hangers used on slipper spring trailers. Smaller single axle trailers will have a bolt that runs through the hanger, while some larger and tandem axle trailers will have a welded tube that the spring sits on, but there's no need to use a bushing.

If you need to replace your hangers you can use something like the Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for 2" Slipper Springs - 13-1/8" Long Equalizers # AP216-H238 for a tandem axle trailer or the Single-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for 1-3/4" Slipper Springs - 1-1/2" Tall Front # APS3SE for a single axle.

The best way to choose a replacement hanger kit is by measuring the existing hangers first and matching the lengths of the current parts so that you don't change the height or suspension geometry.

expert reply by: Erik B