Bent frame and suspension issue
Long story short... I have a Cyclone 5w Toy Hauler (1 year old and 11k mileage) that had a tire wear issue. Took it to the local authorized dealer/service shop for alignment who determined the susp...
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As mentioned in the OP, Lippert checked and spec'd the unit and put a single stiffener between the axle hangers, but did nothing to the frame. I got the unit back in late 2013 and used it normally until I suffered a rear curbside tire blowout in October of 2014. The blowout caused additional $12k worth of damage to the surrounding wheel well and sidewall.
The repair facility(dealership) agreement with the insurance company was to guarantee their repair to the degree that it should not happen again. Fortunately the shop correctly identified the cause of the damage as stemming from the bent frame (frame issue>layed up suspension>tire blowout>additional damage) and added the cost of a new frame (excess of $40k with labor) to the insurance claim. The insurance company had no choice on the "covered loss" and totaled the unit.
It was not a short process, however it was inevitable and much easier than going legal against Lippert. I am glad that the blowout was relatively benign and did not pose a safety hazard while on the road. I am also glad that I don't have to deal with the inferior product anymore.
As mentioned in the OP, Lippert checked and spec'd the unit and put a single stiffener between the axle hangers, but did nothing to the frame. I got the unit back in late 2013 and used it normally until I suffered a rear curbside tire blowout in October of 2014. The blowout caused additional $12k worth of damage to the surrounding wheel well and sidewall.
The repair facility(dealership) agreement with the insurance company was to guarantee their repair to the degree that it should not happen again. Fortunately the shop correctly identified the cause of the damage as stemming from the bent frame (frame issue>layed up suspension>tire blowout>additional damage) and added the cost of a new frame (excess of $40k with labor) to the insurance claim. The insurance company had no choice on the "covered loss" and totaled the unit.
It was not a short process, however it was inevitable and much easier than going legal against Lippert. I am glad that the blowout was relatively benign and did not pose a safety hazard while on the road. I am also glad that I don't have to deal with the inferior product anymore.
