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    Posted: 14 Jan 2021 at 2:15pm
Check with other trailer parts places. I see axles of every description in any number of trailer places. If it's a trailer shop and not an RV center the same axle will probably be cheaper.
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No idea what failed something internal, mechanic said thinks the "torsion bracket" what ever that means. But he's just guessing.
I'm just glad it is done and ready for camping season.
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Originally posted by ronahue

Axle Update
Axle was installed yesterday by a free lance mechanic, a friend and myself total time 5.5 hours about 45 minutes on the axle the rest of the time removing tires brakes etc. and reinstalling. Mechanic charge me $160 I'm happy and ready to go.
Glad you got it done. That was a very reasonable price for the mechanic. I'm also curious as to the actual failure.
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Having gotten the old axle off can you tell any more about what actually failed on it?
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Axle Update
Axle was installed yesterday by a free lance mechanic, a friend and myself total time 5.5 hours about 45 minutes on the axle the rest of the time removing tires brakes etc. and reinstalling. Mechanic charge me $160 I'm happy and ready to go.
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When mine was replaced under warranty, they also did not want it back. They knew what the flaw was from the pictures I sent.
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Posts: 5290 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 29 Oct 2020 at 9:32am
Ok, that's interesting. Kinda suggests that they already know. It would be great to learn what actually looks like it failed if you get a chance once you get it off the trailer.  
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They do not want the axle back.
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Posts: 5290 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 29 Oct 2020 at 9:27am
Just curious, does Lippert want your old axle back or is it yours to keep? 
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 I have been in touch with Lippert again this morning here's the latest:
My axle was manufactured on 09/21/2016 and came with a 1 year warranty. All axles manufactured on or after 01/01/2017 have an 11 year warranty. The cost of the new axles is $699.50 plus $300 for shipping. Lippert has agreed to provide the axle for free and I will pay only for shipping. 
I want to thank Lippert for good willing the axle and also for outstanding customer service they made everything easy and straight forward.
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