I Replaced My Leaf Spring on My 5th Wheel and now Springs are Running into the Frame

Updated 09/12/2025 | Published 08/25/2025

Question:

i replaced the leaf springs under my 28 ft fifth wheel camper. where the equalizer is at now the rear axle leaf springs are riding clear up into the frame of the camper and the front axle leaf springs are down low. They should be riding evenly. What could i have done wrong?

asked by: Robert M

Expert Reply:

Hello Robert,

Without seeing a picture it is hard for me to try to identify what is going on with your set up. Sometimes if leaf springs are too long it can cause all kinds of weird issues. When you were replacing them, did you measure the leaf spring from eye to eye while unloaded so you can get the most accurate measurement? And even then, your measurement is usually longer than what you need because they do flatten out over time.

I attached a picture of what your suspension should look like. If you cannot figure out the problem by comparing it to the image, please respond directly to the email you receive with pictures of your suspension so I can take a look and identify the problem.

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expert reply by: Kate F

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Kate F.

9/12/2025

Hey Robert, did you have a chance to measure the leaf springs while they were unloaded to ensure they were the right length? I'm here to help if you're still trying to figure this out.