Could Spring Eye-Bolt 166081 be Used with Leaf Spring SP-040275

Question

Question:

Hello, Can I use Shackle Bolt with Locknut for Double-Eye Springs - 3 Long, Item 166081 instead of Spring-Eye Bolt with Locknut for Slipper Springs - 3-1/2 Long, Item 166079, which will be a bit too long to install 4-Leaf Slipper Spring w/ Flat End for 3,700-lb Trailer Axles - 30 Long for my Shoreline boat trailer. Please let me know. Thanks in advance!

asked by: Carlos H

0

Expert Reply:

The spring eye-bolt part # 166081 is 1/2 inch shorter than the part # 166079 at 3 inches and would work well with the slipper spring part # SP-040275 that you referenced.

expert reply by: Jameson C

0

Answer 1

An axle like the part #20545I-EZ-60-10 will technically fit your trailer since the spring seat dimensions are the same, but each wheel on your trailer will set out an additional 1/2 inch compared to the old axle. Most likely that wouldn't be a…

view full answer...

Answer 2

For the spring eye you would use the Spring-Eye Bolt with Locknut for Slipper Springs - 3-1/2" Long #166079, but slipper springs don't have the second spring eye, so a bolt is not used on the back end. You can also use a wet bolt like…

view full answer...

Answer 3

I would recommend getting the 9/16 inch diameter bolts for the Leaf Spring #e44SR, because the diameter should match the bushing or bolt hole inner diameter. I have linked all the 9/16 inch bolts we have for your convenience, you will just need to…

view full answer...

Answer 4

What happens to slipper springs is that over time they elongate and flatten out, particularly if your springs are considerably older. The most important measurement you mentioned was the 26 inches from the center of the spring eye to the end of the…

view full answer...

Answer 5

The Spring-Eye Bolt with Locknut for Slipper Springs #166079 is a total of 3-3/4" long. The measurement from the back of the head to the start of the threads is 2-3/4" and the length of the threads are 3/4".

view full answer...

Answer 6

Hey Paul; it looks like the bolt hole has been elongated/enlarged from use over time. This is something that can happen from standard suspension wear. It should match the 9/16" bolt. With the hole being that large I would say it is time to…

view full answer...

Answer 7

What you'd want is the replacement suspension bolt part #166079. This is 9/16 inch in diameter like you need and is 3-1/2 inches long too. It comes with matching nut as well.

view full answer...

Answer 8

There really is not any type of quality difference between the two slipper springs: - 3-Leaf Slipper Spring w/ Radius End for 1,500-lb Trailer Axles - 24-5/8" Long #e99SR & #SP-178275 They both have the same measurements, steel construction,…

view full answer...

Answer 9

The 4-Leaf Slipper Spring w/ Flat End part #SP-040275 is designed for 9/16" bolts only, the Spring-Eye Bolt with Locknut for Slipper Springs part #166079. There isn't any way to use a 3/4" bolt with this leaf spring nor do we have an…

view full answer...

Answer 10

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

view full answer...

Answer 11

Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

view full answer...

Answer 12

Hey Andrew! Yes, Furrion does have a Chill Cube model with a heat pump. This was actually just released for aftermarket sale. You will need a complete system to make the switch, new R32 units aren't backwards compatible with old R410A systems.…

view full answer...

Could Spring Eye-Bolt 166081 be Used with Leaf Spring SP-040275

Products Featured in This Question

Continue Researching