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CavalierTwo
Explorer
Aug 10, 2022

Repaired Spring Hanger Brackets: Now What?

First Post On RV.Net.

I recently returned from a round trip to Alaska. Driving 11,444 miles on some of the worst roads in Canada and Alaska. Due to road heaves (from freezing & thawing constantly) creates a real road hazard. I had both rear axle spring hangers break, then replaced and welded. The bummer of it was, I had to have it done a second time. The second time I had reinforcements installed. So 1 1/2" tubing was welded from hanger to hanger on both axles on my 2017 Reflection 26RL 5th wheel.

Now my question: Should I have an inspection on the entire frame, suspension & axle to see if there is other damage?
  • Thanks all for your input. I'll be looking up suspension specialist to get it checked out.

    Thanks Again.
  • Probably worth it if there were multiple issues and had to re-repair some of the fixes.
  • RAS43's avatar
    RAS43
    Explorer III
    Yes,
    I would suggest you find a commercial vehicle repair shop and have them inspect everything and then have the alignment checked/aligned. It is worth the cost IMO.
  • My Tow vehicle is 2015 F250 Powerstroke. My load is around 10K.

    And yes those heaves do sneak up rather quickly.
  • Welcome to the forum.
    Sounds like some of those heaves snuck up on you and you didn't have time to slow up.

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