Leaf Spring Help
I am new to having a travel trailer, I recently purchased a 17BH Viking (made by Forest River). Got it used, one thing I didn't notice when purchased was that the passenger side was just a bit lower t...
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I had a broken spring on my trailer with springs rated at 1,750 lbs for it's 3,500 lbs axles. Replaced all 4 springs with same OEM rated specs and springs appeared too flat. Weighed the trailer and the axles were not overloaded. Subsequently replaced all 4 springs with 2,200 lbs springs with the same length spec and now the spring bow looks normal. Raised the trailer 2". My conclusion is that the spring makers are over rating their springs. Go for a heavier rated spring.
