How To Measure Broken Leaf Springs To Find The Correct Replacement

Question:

My leaf spring measures 26 inches eye to eye. What size spring would it actually be. It has been broken in the middle.

asked by: Christopher S

Expert Reply:

To properly measure your broken leaf spring you will want to take a measurement from the center of the spring eye to the center pin on the leaf spring along the curve(measurement B in image). As this measurement will be the same no matter how worn the spring has become, it is the best way to measure for a replacement. The other information needed it to find the correct weight capacity needed for the springs.

The 4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 4,000-lb Trailer Axles # e22YR for example are weight rated for 4,000lbs. They are 26" eye to eye with a measurement of 14" along the curve of the spring from the eye center to the center pin on the spring. I can help you find the correct springs needed if you can give me the weight rating and curve length measurement.

expert reply by: Bud M