Replacement Leaf Spring for Flattened Out 26-1/2 inch Spring
Updated 09/26/2025 | Published 04/22/2025
Question:
I have a homemade utility trailer I am trying to refurbish. I dont know what the axel rating is but it was used to haul a short wheelbase drag car to the strip. I estimate the trailer at about 1k lbs. The vehicle it hauled was approximately 1800 lbs. The leaf springs have flattened out and seized up due to sitting, but measure 26 ½ inches eye to eye in its current flattened state. What length leaf spring and shackles should I look for? Would a 26 inch leaf spring work or would a normal non-flat leaf spring measure shorter?
asked by: Duncan M
Expert Reply:
Hey Duncan, a 26 inch long leaf spring would be the way to go like the part # e22YR that you referenced. Springs do tend to stretch out and flatten once worn out so going with a new one that measures a bit shorter is the way to go.
To pick out shackles I would measure what you have now and go with that length again.
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4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 4,000-lb Trailer Axles - 26" Long
- Trailer Leaf Springs
- Double Eye Springs
- 9/16 Inch Eye
- Nylon Bushings
- 4000 lbs
- 1-3/4 Inch Wide
- 4 Leaf
- 26 Inch Long
- Standard Grade
- etrailer
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Jameson C.
9/26/2025
Hey Duncan, did you end up going with the 26-inch leaf spring for your trailer? I'm curious to know how it worked out for you, as it could help others refurbishing their trailers too.