Replace a worn or broken trailer leaf spring with the Lippert 132819 -- a heavy-duty steel slipper spring engineered for 1,000 lb axle applications. With a 27.5 in. eye-to-slipper measurement and a 2-leaf pack, this spring absorbs road shock, maintains axle alignment, and keeps your trailer tracking straight on rough roads. Direct-replacement fit means most installs wrap up in about two hours.
Leaf springs take a beating on every trip -- potholes, washboard gravel roads, and heavy loads all fatigue the spring pack over time. A cracked, sagged, or broken leaf spring doesn't just make for a rough ride; it shifts axle geometry, accelerates tire wear, and can create a dangerous handling situation on the highway. The Lippert 132819 is a direct-replacement slipper spring designed to restore proper suspension geometry and ride quality on light single-axle or tandem-axle trailers rated for 1,000 lb axles.
The slipper-end design (versus a double-eye design) allows the rear of the spring to slide freely in the slipper bracket as the suspension cycles, reducing bind and extending spring life. The front eye bolts to a fixed hanger, while the slipper tail rides in a wrap or saddle bracket at the rear.
Dual-leaf construction balances load capacity with a compliant ride -- stiffer than a single-leaf but appropriate for 1,000 lb axle ratings on light trailers and small RVs.
Eye-to-slipper measurement of 27.5 in. is the key fitment dimension. Match this to your existing spring or hanger spread before ordering.
Formed from high-carbon steel with a black finish. Built to handle the flex cycles and road grime that trailer suspension sees over thousands of miles.
Designed to replace OEM-spec slipper springs on Lippert-equipped trailers. Approximate 2-hour installation with basic hand tools and a floor jack.
Before ordering, confirm your existing spring type. A slipper spring has a round eye on one end and a flat, tapered slipper on the other that slides into a U-bracket or saddle hanger. A double-eye spring has two round eyes, one at each end, both bolted through fixed hangers. The Lippert 132819 is a slipper-end design. If your trailer uses double-eye springs front and rear, this is not the correct replacement.
The leaf spring assembly serves two functions on a trailer: it supports the static load of the trailer and cargo, and it isolates road shock from the frame and interior. The slipper end allows the spring to elongate under load without binding against the rear hanger -- this is normal and intentional. Over time, the slipper tip can crack or the leaves can crack near the center bolt. Either condition calls for replacement.