16/09/2026
We came across this trailer today with the leaf springs installed backwards.
This is not just an installation issue, it creates a serious safety risk.
The fixed end of the spring should be positioned so that the axle remains properly located. In this installation, the movement is at the front of the spring and towards the vehicle.
If the front section of the spring were to break, the axle would no longer be properly stabilised and could move significantly, potentially causing loss of control of the trailer.
This is why it is important to have suspension work carried out by people who understand how these systems are designed to operate.
Correct spring installation is not only about protecting the vehicle. It is about protecting the driver, passengers and every other family sharing the road.