Anyone broken a Hensley?
Anybody broken a hensley arrow? I've had one since 2004. Been happily towing. On the way home tonight. I'm 4 turns from the house and I turn the corner and the hitch makes noise that didn't sound rig...
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mhardin wrote:dieselsyndrome wrote:
...... But at this point I don't think I can trust Hensley again.
Out of the thousands of Hensleys on the road, I've heard of very few that have failed like yours. I don't think it matters which hitch you buy, it may break. Unlikely, but possible.
But, I do understand your position - when my last f-350 left me stranded with the trailer, I quit towing until I replaced it. I just couldn't trust the truck any longer. Overkill, I know, but I just couldn't get past it.
Bingo - 25k isn't a lot of miles, but it is towing a camper. Lots of time and wear and tear. As with any moving part, it can eventually break.
I think, no matter what hitch, an inspection of ALL the towing equipment should happen. From the receiver to the tongue of the TT, axles, shackles, etc.
Also, have you had a chance to break look at the spring bar bushings? I'm very curious to know their condition.
Note to self - keep a watch on the area that failed.
