Axle Hanger Falling off and welds cracking
- Thread starter rdufek
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dave10a
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Mine started to crack and I caught them before they became a problem. I had a professional welder repair the cracks. I inspect mine very closely when traveling and it is a good habit to get into IMHO. I consider the suspension to be marginal at best. BTY I am always under the GVW by a significant (the CAT scale is 12,400 on both 7000 lb axles) margin and only travel in a conservative manner.
danemayer
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If you can get a higher resolution photo, or a scan, it would be helpful. This one is too small and when enlarged, the resolution is poor, so it's illegible.
JWalker
Northeast Region Director-Retired
You mind texting or PMing me the info and price. Definitely interested.
rdufek
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NYSUPstater
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Forgive me as I kinda fell off the radar on this, but the last pic by OP, is that direct from Dexter? Do they have the parts in question or just a diagram that you take to a metal fab shop and let them do all the figuring/welding? With todays rigs weighing in at 14k or more dry, this may be a good thing to have done regardless if new or used.
rdufek
Well-known member
Take it to your local metal fab shop, apparently it's a standard 3 inch channel which most carry. I have a friend who is going to do the same mod. I actually had this done years ago on an old fifth wheel I had as it was a common problem back then and had been recommend to do to prevent any problems. I never did have an issue after having it done back then. It really beefs up the frame and axle hangers with minimal cost.
NYSUPstater
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Went to print if you will the schematics and under preview, it was all black. Any way to print it off or just e-mail it, then print? Or on Dexter's web site?
travelin2
Pennsylvania Chapter Leaders-retired
http://www.trailerparts4u.com/files/2036913/uploaded/Suspension System.pdf
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