I have a broken rear spring. I have found a new one but I would like to know how much you think it should cost for a tech to install the replacement spring.
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If it's an exact replacement, you don't need a technician, you just need a mechanic. (mechanics charge less than a technician) Have you called any local shops and asked about having it done and gotten any quotes, or suggestions of what shop you should go to? Different areas will have different rates.
This thread has the same question, but it's not really answered.
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Bob & Donna
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You would be better off replacing the broken leafs in the spring. The new spring will be stronger than the one on the other side and the MH will set and ride to one side without changing the other one. A spring shop would be the best place for this job.
There is only two leaves. They are 3/4 inch thick. I have already been to a spring shop and they would not touch it. It looks like about a 5 hour job but I do not really know.
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I would strongly suggest changing both sides. If you have one broken now, how long until the next one breaks?
They will raise it up and block it under the frame, pull the wheels and then the springs. If you have a lot of rust on the u-bolts and the rest of the undercarriage, it's best to order new u-bolts and just torch the old ones off.
I believe those springs come as a pack, so just go for it. 5-6 hours should be good time for a competent mechanic with proper equipment. Quicker if you get someone that hustles, but unfortunately there are less and less out there.
Happy Glamping.
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Have you called any local shops and asked about having it done and gotten any quotes, or suggestions of what shop you should go to? Different areas will have different rates. 
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