What Would Cause Trailer Suspension Equalizer to Sit Unlevel
Updated 06/17/2025 | Published 09/26/2023
Question:
I have a fifth wheel trailer with 4,000 lb rated axles, the old springs were flat so I recently purchased new 4,000 lb rated springs from e-trailer. After installing them full sets of leaf springs are tilted towards the rear of the trailer about 5°. The equalizer are not level. I didnt know if this was how it was supposed to be set up. Any help would be appreciated
asked by: Edward R
Expert Reply:
It sounds like you installed leaf springs that weren't the correct length for your setup. Looking at your equalizer it looks like your springs are too long. The simplest solution would be to have your front and rear suspension hangers removed and reinstalled further out and that would get rid of the issue. Sometimes a shorter length equalizer can help but for you I don't think there's a way to get a shorter one in there.
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3-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 2,000-lb Trailer Axles - 20-3/8" Long
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Jeremy
6/14/2025
My trailer has the same issue right after I replaced my axel will this be a problem using it?