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Jerry_B
Explorer
Aug 31, 2013

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?
  • Here and another thread about wet bolts made me go check our Monty. I couldn't find any zerks on any of the spring holding bolts, including on the MorRyde boxes between the two axles. Am I missing something?
  • Jerry you might want to fill in what year your MS is on your visible profile. Also you TV for future questions.

    Get a TrailerAid Plus they are great for changing tires and servicing your suspension and brakes.
  • Jerry B wrote:
    The bolts are "wet" bolts but I don't have history on the unit regarding frequency of lubrication.


    If you have grease-able bolts you will have brass bushing and you should be good. Just jack it up enough to take the weight off and use a pry bar to see if you have any slop in the spring shakles.
  • Jerry B wrote:
    The bolts are "wet" bolts but I don't have history on the unit regarding frequency of lubrication.

    My wet bolt's will only take grease after I jack her up. Not sure about all wet bolts but my Mor/ryde are pretty large, I wouldn't suspect any damage if not lubed after install for a few thousand miles.
  • The bolts are "wet" bolts but I don't have history on the unit regarding frequency of lubrication.
  • You probably need to take it apart to really see what is going on. If you still have the plastic bushings I can guarantee they are already toast. And depending on how many miles on your trailer the spring eyes and shackles could also be worn out. Be prepared to spend money to fix it right before you tear things apart.