Hi Folks,I have a 2015 Gulfstream (Ameri-Lite) Kingsport 198BH travel trailer with a broken leaf spring. The trailer is several hours away and I don't have a way to get measurements on the spring to find a replacement part. I have already left a message with Gulfstream, who is unfortunately experiencing 'unusually high call volume'. I haven't had much luck with finding dealers that can answer my question, either. What I need is specifics on the spring, such as length, number of leaves, etc. so that I can locate a replacement. I know the axle has a 3500 lb rating, and I have the VIN and SER# for the trailer, as well. Anyone out there have this trailer, or know of a resource for finding this info?Thanks,Jason

A spring shop should have a solution…3 tons

You TT probably came with springs rated at 3500 with a length of 25 1/4" and a width of 1 3/4". Many TT's have springs that have4 gone flat (no arch) after a few years. I recently replaced mine with item #125213 from Northern Tool. They are 4500 lb springs with the same measurements. We recently got back from a 4000 miles trip and the TT rode much better than the flat springs that bottomed out. And no, I am not overweight. I weighed the unit before vacation and came in at a gross weight of 3385 lbs.

Probably part US-1085 on this chart:http://www.stengelbros.com/trailer-suspension-parts/trailer-leaf-springs/I replaced mine with the US-1091 and it rides better than ever.Take the chart out with you and measure. Only a couple hours right?The real trouble will be bringing all the right tools next time out to change it yourself. Take tools on the first trip and verify you have everything. Make a list.Good time to upgrade to a wet bolt kit with everything torn down. And of course I recommend replacing all springs at the same time.

Was at a Campground where a fellow member had same issue.I have multiple jacks and other tools and we were able to remove the spring pack, take it to a spring shop and drop it off. A reasonable time later we returned, Picked it up along with a couple other parts and put the "new" spring on. (Well a leaf or 2 were new) Not the first time I've done that job.

Howdy!I would recommend replacing both springs on that axle when you do so.“Happy Trails”Chiefneon

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time2roll
Nomad
Apr 25, 2022
Probably part US-1085 on this chart:

http://www.stengelbros.com/trailer-suspension-parts/trailer-leaf-springs/

I replaced mine with the US-1091 and it rides better than ever.

Take the chart out with you and measure. Only a couple hours right?

The real trouble will be bringing all the right tools next time out to change it yourself. Take tools on the first trip and verify you have everything. Make a list.

Good time to upgrade to a wet bolt kit with everything torn down. And of course I recommend replacing all springs at the same time.
BarabooBob
Explorer III
Apr 25, 2022
You TT probably came with springs rated at 3500 with a length of 25 1/4" and a width of 1 3/4". Many TT's have springs that have4 gone flat (no arch) after a few years. I recently replaced mine with item #125213 from Northern Tool. They are 4500 lb springs with the same measurements.
We recently got back from a 4000 miles trip and the TT rode much better than the flat springs that bottomed out. And no, I am not overweight. I weighed the unit before vacation and came in at a gross weight of 3385 lbs.
3_tons
Explorer III
Apr 25, 2022
A spring shop should have a solution…

3 tons

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