Tire wear, bent axle, replace or trade

myredracer wrote:
We have factory installed 5200 lb axles on our TT when standard is 3500 lb. on it. Besides having stronger axle tubes and springs, it has the larger 12" brakes. Over 20,000 miles around 7 western states on all sorts of roads in the past 5 seasons and no issues.

If you don't want the expense of having to use 6-bolt wheels, axles can be ordered with a larger diameter 3" tube so you can use 5-bolt wheels. Going to a frame & axle shop is the best place to go as they can do a detailed inspection to ensure there isn't more going on than just bent axles and have all the required equipment. I sure wouldn't trust a dealer on suspension work. No need to replace the TT, upgrade and have a better one. We had a previous brand new TT in to a frame and axle shop and couldn't believe what they found and it led to getting the TT replaced under warranty.

If you need to replace the axles anyway, I'd go with stronger ones. They're a straightforward bolt-in install so don't overpay for the work. Replace the stock cheapo plastic bushings and at least get the Lippert Never-fail ones or much better, get the Dexter wet bolt kit EZ-Flex equalizers. If you hadn't already, I would also upgrade to one load range higher tires.

FWIW, we also installed shocks on our TT. Really helps to stabilize the TT and tows way better. Recommended upgrade!