Replacement Leaf Spring Solution for Dexter D52 Axle with 5,200 lb Capacity

Updated 07/26/2022 | Published 07/25/2022

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4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 5,000-lb Trailer Axles - 25-1/4" Long

(2042)

$70.43

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

(2042)

$72.33

Question:

Would this be a good replacement for the springs on a Dexter D52 axle with a weight rating of #5200 lbs?

asked by: Harold E

Expert Reply:

As long as the axle the won't exceed 5,000 lbs the trailer leaf spring # e44SR would work great since it has a 5k capacity. If you need the full capacity of your axles you'd have to move up to a 6k spring with the part # e34SR instead. This would be rated a little high and could potentially give you a stiffer ride, but it would still work great.

I do want to note that using 6k leaf springs doesn't increase the capacity of the trailer, and that you would still be limited to the 5.2k rating of your axles.

expert reply by: Jameson C