What can I do about squeaky leaf springs on my single axel Ranger trailer? I notice it when I'm pulled out at the access. I'm sure it's squeaking going down the road, whenever I hit a bump.
What can I do about squeaky leaf springs on my single axel Ranger trailer? I notice it when I'm pulled out at the access. I'm sure it's squeaking going down the road, whenever I hit a bump.
WD 40 or silicone will help for short term.
Only sure cure is "wet" bolts that you can keep lubed and they have brass bushings instead of plastic.
Dexter Wet Bolts...
BULLET 20 XRD/250 Merc Sport XS
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2006 Stratos 294 Pro XL.2005 Yamaha 200 VMAX 3.1L. 8" Hydro Dynamics Rapid Jack. Ultrex 112 I-Plot link. 2 Helix 10 Chirp Mega SI GPS G2N.
Squeaks mean something is metal to metal, most likely the noise is coming from the bolts.
the original bolts have a Teflon/plastic sleeve, they are not very thick and most likely worn thru.
If you decide to replace the bolts, definitely replace with the Wet Bolts, at least you can grease them to keep them from wearing.
1998 Triton TR-20, 2017 Evinrude 150HO
Replace spring bushings.
Lightning 6
2007 TR-196DC
new bushings, but if your willing to do that get the dexter wet bolts.
Bryan McDonough
2023 Nitro Z21 XL
Nitro Team
New bushings. I always kept my springs and bushings soaked with white lithium spray on my saltwater trailers....it did the trick.