2008 Triton dual axle trailer. Is it normal for tires to sit tight inside fender wells? Fiberglass fenders. Before and after replacing leaf springs and equalizers, still sits tight inside fender wells. Can’t fit finger between fender and tire. Replacement springs are 4 leaf old were 3. No sign of tires rubbing.
2008 Triton 20X2 2008 Mercury Pro 250XS
Not normal. What size are the tires?
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2008 Triton 20X2 2008 Mercury Pro 250XS
Agree with catfan (but not about rooting for kentucky). Mine sits low, but not that low. I went with 2000 lb springs that were 1” longer when I had my trailer shop replace the oem (after a surgery….let the pros do it for me)…..provided about 1” more clearance…..and makes pulling tires easier.
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2007 TR-196DC
Really the only likely cause for all 4 wheels being that way is the wrong springs. The tires aren’t more than a half inch bigger than OEM.
If you have integrity, nothing else matters. If you don't have integrity,
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The curvature of your new springs are probably less than the old ones. Measure the D measurement. Flip the spring over and measure from floor to spring. 4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 4,000-lb Trailer Axles - 26" Long Universal Group Trailer Leaf Spring Suspension SP-051275 (etrailer.com)
Companies I have found for springs.
Trailer Axle Suspension Parts - Equalizer Bolts, U-Bolt Kits, And More | – The Trailer Parts Outlet
Champion Trailer Parts and Supply | Trusted Provider of Boat and Utility Trailer Parts and Repair (championtrailers.com)
UNA-051 | Trailer Leaf Spring | Double Eye | 4 Leaves (truckspring.com)
Trailer Parts Superstore - Official Site (easternmarine.com)
2000 Javelin Renegade 20 DC.
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Rule of thumb is to have at least 3 fingers of clearance between top of tire and fender.
Marks Props 317-398-9294, 1850 East 225 South, Shelbyville, Indiana 46176 propellerman59@gmail.com http://www.marksprops.com/index.html
I called the trailer manufacture (Marine Master) about the springs, she said they don't handle parts for that trailer anymore and referred me to Waymire Distribution and that where I got the 26" 2000 lbs. 4 leaf springs from that apparently are still a problem. I will check out the companies you listed. Thanks guys!
Last edited by ktdore; 01-16-2022 at 09:42 AM.
2008 Triton 20X2 2008 Mercury Pro 250XS
Should I go with these springs UNIVERSAL 26" Double Eye Leaf Spring (8 leaves / 4000 lb.) #UNA-055
The 2000lb spring are not enough......
2008 Triton 20X2 2008 Mercury Pro 250XS
Seriously, check the curvature. I'd put money on it that, that's the issue. The springs you bought are probably 3''. I'd bet you need the 4-1/4''
And no, do not get an eight-leaf spring.
2000 Javelin Renegade 20 DC.
Strong men create easy times, Easy times create weak men & weak men create hard times. Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum
In 1944 18-20 year old's stormed beaches, and parachuted behind enemy lines to almost certain death.
In 2015 18-20 year old's need safe zones so people don't hurt their feelings. "Author Unknown"
In 2021 18-40 year old's want to and work to cancel you out if you have a different opinion.
Just removed (new) spring, turned upside down and measured from floor to spring, right at 5 inches....
2008 Triton 20X2 2008 Mercury Pro 250XS
5'' to the inside?
2000 Javelin Renegade 20 DC.
Strong men create easy times, Easy times create weak men & weak men create hard times. Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum
In 1944 18-20 year old's stormed beaches, and parachuted behind enemy lines to almost certain death.
In 2015 18-20 year old's need safe zones so people don't hurt their feelings. "Author Unknown"
In 2021 18-40 year old's want to and work to cancel you out if you have a different opinion.
Do you have any before and after pics
2000 Javelin Renegade 20 DC.
Strong men create easy times, Easy times create weak men & weak men create hard times. Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum
In 1944 18-20 year old's stormed beaches, and parachuted behind enemy lines to almost certain death.
In 2015 18-20 year old's need safe zones so people don't hurt their feelings. "Author Unknown"
In 2021 18-40 year old's want to and work to cancel you out if you have a different opinion.
The length from eye to eye when installed can change that.
If you have integrity, nothing else matters. If you don't have integrity,
nothing else matters.
Yes, floor to first contact of spring
2008 Triton 20X2 2008 Mercury Pro 250XS
Do not have any pictures, tires off now, getting new tires tommorrow
2008 Triton 20X2 2008 Mercury Pro 250XS
something is not right. you said it looked like this before too? pics?
2000 Javelin Renegade 20 DC.
Strong men create easy times, Easy times create weak men & weak men create hard times. Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum
In 1944 18-20 year old's stormed beaches, and parachuted behind enemy lines to almost certain death.
In 2015 18-20 year old's need safe zones so people don't hurt their feelings. "Author Unknown"
In 2021 18-40 year old's want to and work to cancel you out if you have a different opinion.
I had the same problem with my 2010 Triton(Marine Master) trailer. Replacing the equalizers with 4" replacements solved the issue.
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