A simple trailer suspension upgrade turned up a BIG problem!

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I installed new leaf springs on my cargo trailer camper and it's a good thing that I did, because I discovered unexpected wear that might be affecting YOUR trailer too!
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@chrislincoln489

Something I learned from my Dad. Whenever you remove a Tire always place it flat under the car or trailer. This way if it falls it will stop on the tire. This might save your life .

@stevertherver3887

Nice video. Many RVers should take time to inspect the suspension along with tires when traveling extensively. On our trip to Alaska 2022 we seen many rigs at repair shops getting the leaf spring hanger Welded and reinforced, along with leaf springs replaced from breaking. Thanks for the very nice video on how to do repairs. Problems never happen in convenient places!

@user-yo1pk4ky4k

Hoss, That leaf spring clamp that holds the leaves together should be on the forward part of the spring. So when you brake, if you have breaks, the leaves up front will be held together. Under braking torque the rear part of the spring is pushed together naturally and does not need a clamp. Without a clamp on the front stack of leaves the top spring can bend too much. This is an important consideration -- otherwise they would not have gone to the expense of using a clamp.

@vonrollveeg

I've always admired folks that can "get the job done" with the minimum of fuss - you qualify!

@steveno8534

You could drill out the brackets that are welded to the frame and install a correct size sleeve that has the i.d. that fits the bolt. It would be a DYI without welding.

@dwcarc

It was my honor to meet you in person. Keep the dream alive. 🤙

@campnut5351

Another fine how-to video with lots of information. People often forget to check the suspension out when doing the normal trailer maintenance. Thanks for the reminder.

@jimmyjones5216

Love your how-to/maintenance videos. Great reminders that if we plan on using something, we need to check it prior to use and after we get through using it.

@doskraut

He could have went with longer shekels or as I did add more leaf springs, could have also used a overload springs.

@Steve-Goff

Good thing you spotted that wear mark on your tire. Hopefully the other side went just as smooth for you. Sounds like a pretty amazing giveaway with Bluetti

@shopart1488

Rick, isn’t that is the spring you replaced on the road maybe it was not the same as originally on the trailer. Since you’re coupler is the same age as the rest of the trailer maybe also take a look at it.

@darellsunderlin4670

Good find and good job getting it fixed, it might give it a little rougher ride for awhile till the break in , so you might make sure everything is extra tucked and tightened 😊

@stankennedy398

Great preventative maintenance. Thanks fro sharing Rick. Happy travels

@ex-engineer6657

I have been working on my own suspensions since the early '70s.

@jimv.661

Ever since back in the early 70s, one of the first things I did when I got a 4x4 (I've had 35-40, 1955-2000s), if they didn't already have it, I would put an overload spring on. Or, sometimes take a spring off another set and add it to the springs on that vehicle. Never had a problem bottoming out, even when making 4-foot jumps. Not a trailer, but still is slung off the ground.

@wandacraig8286

What a huge difference that made!

@roguebull3548

I had all the same problems on my double axle. I used a "wet bolt and shackle" system on replacement. That allows you to lubricate the bolts that pivot in the spring. Also, upon getting wider tires, the sidewall clearance to the tailer was almost nil and I had to go back to the standard width for proper clearance. Trailer MFRs just stuff what ever they have that is cheapest to build with.

@lonniesummers739

Great video on keeping up and fixing your own problems. I love the diy people !!!

@johnhaug1747

When going to shop for the new welded hanger brackets, consider increasing the thickness by 1/16" and making them an inch+/_ taller to give more clearance between tire and fender.

@karenexner6848

That is very nice of you Rick to give the power station away.😊 As far as how you pronounce your words...... That's what I find interesting about watching different KZfaqrs. YOU be YOU!!!! 😂😅