Axle issue

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PA Dreamers
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I checked the tire size and

I checked the tire size and they are both the same. I measured the frame to the axle and they're about the same, see pics(I hope this is what you were looking for in the pictures). I also put the Circular Saw guide on the frame to check the frame and it's fine. I'm still leaning towards the axle being the culprit. Can there be a defect in the Axle that doesn't show right away? I don't boon dock, I have a paved driveway and the campgrounds have all been level. I've done less than a 1000 miles since returning home from Scamp and my travels have been on paved roads :( !! I don't get it. Not sure what else could be causing the issue?!?!?!?

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Axle...

I don't think anyone can say there can't be a defect in the axle that doesn't show right away.  If you can weigh each side on a scale and they are equal, it might just prove that the axle is at fault.

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I'll update after I get into

I'll update after I get into my local RV dealer. Thanks for the input all!!

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Rubber cords

The two sides are independent of each other you could have bad rubber cords. Check the axle with no load, remove both tires. (use jack stands) With no load the points of the square rod in the torsion tube should point straight up and down and fore and aft in a new/good axle.  If they are at an angle they should match from side to side in an older axle. If they don't match you have compressed rubber tubes on one side. You also might want to get a weight for each side under each tire  if you have a scale available first.

Eddie

 

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