How/when to check axle bolts, bushings and shackles?
Can the spring suspension hardware be checked visually, or does one need to disassemble the spring attach hardware?
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Springs do wear out. Under load there should be a slight upward bow. I replaced, & upgraded, mine this year going from a 6 to 7 leaf spring. Figured 8 leaf would be too stiff. Also on 'to do' list, ordered new shocks to be installed next week.
My trailer is a Lippert frame, same as yours so I would not be surprised if same components are on it. 7000# axcels. Neverlube bearings. My loaded weight is lighter at about 14,000#. Estimated mileage is over 50,000.
Have a good look at everything, including tightness of U bolt nuts. I had one come right off & found the rest to be loose. This should be an annual check. One can only imagine the beating they get with all of the rough roads & potholes.
Doing this maintenance is a pain. You either have to crawl underneath or remove the wheels to get at stuff. Either way, it is better than being stranded by the side of the highway because something broke due to lack of maintenance.
My trailer is a Lippert frame, same as yours so I would not be surprised if same components are on it. 7000# axcels. Neverlube bearings. My loaded weight is lighter at about 14,000#. Estimated mileage is over 50,000.
Have a good look at everything, including tightness of U bolt nuts. I had one come right off & found the rest to be loose. This should be an annual check. One can only imagine the beating they get with all of the rough roads & potholes.
Doing this maintenance is a pain. You either have to crawl underneath or remove the wheels to get at stuff. Either way, it is better than being stranded by the side of the highway because something broke due to lack of maintenance.
