195 Trailer Leaf Spring Replacement

[Elio195HOI]

So I noticed my trailer starting pulling a little differently the last few time I took the boat out and decided to take a look into it. I went to a local Trailer Parts supplier and purchased new Leaf Springs W/ hardware for just under $100. Took me about 3 hours from start to finish and 2 busted Lug nuts. It feels great and Pulls nice. When Removing the old suspension, the Starboard Spring completely broke off and Fell, I assume that was my issue...

 

[Surferd15]

Damn dude. Before you go dump those new leafs in salt water go to Lowes and get FLUID FILM--$12. Cover those things and anything else that you think will rust, like the hangers bolts etc. get a nice coating on it and let it sit for a few before dipping it in water. It will make those springs last way longer.

 

[Elio195HOI]

Damn dude. Before you go dump those new leafs in salt water go to Lowes and get FLUID FILM--$12. Cover those things and anything else that you think will rust, like the hangers bolts etc. get a nice coating on it and let it sit for a few before dipping it in water. It will make those springs last way longer.

They looked good until the old coating starting peeling. A few years ago I had the trailer Recoated under warranty and it looks like it rusted beneath that coating before showing its ugly face LOL. I've never heard of fluid Film, will definitely grab some, Thanks.