Determining Where To Install Hanger Kit APS3 with 26-1/2" Leaf Springs On Trailer

Updated 06/09/2023 | Published 06/08/2023

Question:

I got a trailer with 26 and 1/2 inch leaf spring on mine and yes i realize its meant for a car but anywho how would i go abouts figuring where it needs to be placed on the frame id get all new pieces but orgonally i was trying to kust replace the busted parts with matching parts that was orginally used on it before i got it but now i spent all thos cash and took it from a double axle to a songle axle im unsure where to weld the new axle at

asked by: Joe

Helpful Expert Reply:

There isn't a set dimension on where to install the hangers of the Single-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit # APS3 when you're using a 26-1/2" leaf spring, as it was really designed around a 25-1/2" leaf spring, so you'll need to tack weld the hangers in place until you get the correct shackle geometry but 25-3/4" spacing should be about right. This kit is only going to work with trailer leaf springs also, a vehicle leaf spring uses a completely different shackle bolt and will not fit in this hanger kit, but the length you gave does not sound like a vehicle leaf spring.

For determining where to install the axle on the trailer you'll need to check out the below help article that goes over how to figure that part out.

expert reply by: Samuel C