Can Radius End Leaf Springs Be Used to Replace Hook End Leaf Springs
Updated 10/30/2025 | Published 02/16/2025
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Question:
Can this be used to replace a similar spring with a hook end? 26inch length, 1-3/4 width, 1/2inch eye, hook end instead of radius, off of a long brand boat trailer.
asked by: Caleb
Expert Reply:
Hey Caleb, unfortunately you can't use slipper springs with a radius end like the 3-Leaf Slipper Spring w/ Radius End for 1,500-lb Trailer Axles # e99SR because the brackets are different.
You could use open eye springs like # e24SR to replace your hook end springs but I'd recommend making sure the new open eye springs have the same load capacity and dimensions as the old hook end springs.
If there is something else I can do to help you, please feel free to let me know in the comments below!
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3-Leaf Slipper Spring w/ Radius End for 1,500-lb Trailer Axles - 24-5/8" Long
- Trailer Leaf Springs
- Slipper Springs
- 9/16 Inch Eye
- Nylon Bushings
- 1500 lbs
- 1-3/4 Inch Wide
- 3 Leaf
- 24-5/8 Inch Long
- Standard Grade
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Jameson C.
10/30/2025
Hey Caleb, how did things go with the open eye springs you were looking at for your boat trailer? Your update could make it easier for the next person trying to match up their old hook end springs.