Your boat trailer leaf springs are extremely important to the integrity of your boat trailer. They help the boat and trailer carry their load while also making your journey more comfortable by dampening the bumps and jars that you experience when you drive. If your leaf springs are old or worn out you need to replace them to prevent yourself from a potential costly commit in the future!
Leaf springs are long, curved metal strips. They both help carry the weight of your boat trailer. They are generally between the axle and frame of the trailer. Leaf springs assist in distributing the weight of the trailer, providing for easy towing of the boat. They also help to soak up shocks and jolts on the road as you’re driving, making your ride smoother and safer.
Replacing boat trailer leaf springs can seem challenging, but with the proper tools and some mechanical ability, this is a repair that any do-it-yourselfer can handle. And here’s what to do when it’s time to replace your leaf springs:
Take Off the Old Leaf Springs: You'll need wrenches and sockets to unscrew the bolts, which secure the leaf springs that are to be removed. Be careful not to damage other parts of the trailer.
When selecting leaf springs for your boat trailer, consider your boat’s weight and size. Measure the old leaf springs, and select new ones of the same weight capacity and dimensions. You’ll also want to search for quality leaf springs — and higher-quality versions will last longer and offer a smoother ride.
The purchase of new leaf springs can really help your boat trailer. You will have better towing, safer driving, and smoother towing on the curvilinear road. The new leaf springs are designed to evenly disperse the weight of your trailer in order to take the hassle out of towing. They absorb shocks and bumps, too, so you get a more comfortable ride.