Tired springs and a new trailer....

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Is this dangerous? Springs are nearly, if not inverted. Haven't taken a close look at the bump stops, but I will next time it is hooked up. Pulling a pop up, tow limits maxed out. Electric brakes on trailer and it actually stops the whole set up quicker.
Camper Cruiser pics 002.webp
 
my springs have a tiny bit more arch than that, and I still take my 2 jet skis, 2 friends, and all of our gear with no trouble at all. The only time I can remember the rear suspension bottoming out was when I went over a big, steep speed bump. Other than that it was totally fine........rode super smooth down the highway too.:D
 
rusty_tlc said:
You need to adjust your brakes. They should be set such the stopping time/distance is the same as without the trailer.
That makes sense, I guess if the trailer brakes are doing more than they were built for, they won't last. I have not yet adjusted them per manufacturers recommendations, but I will. Thanks for the tip.
 
landcruiserjunky said:
Whoa, I have never seen springs like that. They`re like horizontal!!!
Yeah, it kind of freaks me out, those springs are wasted! Sorry about the vague post, rushed it this morning before work. FYI that picture is with the trailer hooked up. 260 lb tongue weight--not yet confirmed, but that's what the specs say. There isn't any gear in the back either, or a full cooler, or a full tank of gas.
 
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