| Author |
 Topic  |
|
|
larry8200
USA
3166 Posts |
 Posted - 05/30/2012 : 15:12:04
|
I broke a spring on NY Rt. 7 on the far side of Albany. Was overloaded and going fast. Hit 3 storm drains in a row where there was 3+ inches of pavement higher than the actual grate. I jacked it up and stuck a 2x4 on top of the axle to keep the tire from rubbing on the fender, and poundede a phillips head screwdriver throgh the top of the deck to "spike" it in place and successfully drove 70 miles home. I had about 600 square feet of very wet 5/4 pt decking on it. I think about 2k.
I have abused this trailer for 14 months now, and I expected the passenger side tire would be the first to go. 2 months out of warranty and a clear case of mis-use.
Actually, the rural roads in norethern NH constitute "severe duty"
Tractor supply connected me with Carry On, who promptly shipped me the correct spring, no charge under warranty. Took 5 business days. I think I scared the rep with my tale of the 2x4 getting home. LOL I do what I have to.
TSC says they will get parts, no problem for the Cub Cadets they sell. I have NO intention of putting THAT to the test!!!!!
ut two thumbs up for TSC and Carry On Trailer.
 |
 |
|
|
olcowhand
USA
5115 Posts |
Posted - 05/30/2012 : 15:53:07
|
| What is the load rating on the trailer? |
Daniel in Ky -- So much to do, so little time!
|
 |
|
|
larry8200
USA
3166 Posts |
Posted - 05/30/2012 : 17:48:24
|
quote:
Originally posted by olcowhand
What is the load rating on the trailer?
The axle is 2400
Tires are about 2200
Trailer is registered for 2000 but can be upped to 3000
The trailer weighs about 400, so with the spare and tool box I can haul 1500 on the trailer and another 1000 on the pickup, which is all I would want on the NE hills without more brakes. |
|
|
|
|
skunkhome
USA
12827 Posts |
Posted - 05/30/2012 : 18:12:26
|
| Wow, I have bent springs before but never broke a leaf spring. My Pro-Pull that is built locally has a GVWR and GAWR of 3500 lbs. Honestly I thought your trailer was heavier than mine. I definately would like to have the 10x6 bed. Sounds like Carry On stands behind their products |
  Phil
"They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither safety nor liberty."
Benjamin Franklin |
Edited by - skunkhome on 05/30/2012 18:18:46 |
|
|
|
larry8200
USA
3166 Posts |
Posted - 05/30/2012 : 18:50:58
|
quote:
Originally posted by skunkhome
Wow, I have bent springs before but never broke a leaf spring. My Pro-Pull that is built locally has a GVWR and GAWR of 3500 lbs. Honestly I thought your trailer was heavier than mine. I definately would like to have the 10x6 bed. Sounds like Carry On stands behind their products
Yeh, you dont have our frost heaves and related winter damage to roads.
Yep, Carry On seems to care, TSC as well. |
|
|
|
|
olcowhand
USA
5115 Posts |
Posted - 05/30/2012 : 19:46:00
|
| The extreme recoiling in such rapid succession is definitely what got the spring. Great to hear they stood behind their product. Rare these days. |
Daniel in Ky -- So much to do, so little time!
|
|
|
|
Cvans
USA
4407 Posts |
Posted - 05/30/2012 : 21:01:55
|
You are very lucky that it was the trailing side of the spring that broke. Saved you a lot of roadside work. The manufacturers response to your situation was very impressive. TSC also.
|
East Central South Dakota
The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not.
Thomas Jefferson
|
|
|
|
Johnb212
USA
134 Posts |
Posted - 05/30/2012 : 21:30:31
|
Glad you made it home safely Larry. I'm surprised they warranteed the spring. Leaf springs that break out side the U bolts indicate overloading or fatigue, when they break at the center bolt or between the U bolts it indicates improper torque. Don't forget to re-torque after you use it again.
|
The best time to make friends is before you need them.
|
|
|
|
skunkhome
USA
12827 Posts |
Posted - 05/30/2012 : 21:35:55
|
quote:
Originally posted by larry8200
[quote][i]
Yeh, you dont have our frost heaves and related winter damage to roads.
True, true but we do have heat buckling that can rattle the teeth out of your head. |
Phil
"They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither safety nor liberty."
Benjamin Franklin |
|
|
|
B112
USA
5230 Posts |
Posted - 05/30/2012 : 22:09:53
|
| That's some story. I think I'll add some items to my tool box based on this story. Glad you made it home ok. |
Michael |
|
|
|
acdad
USA
1158 Posts |
Posted - 06/04/2012 : 20:31:05
|
| Sure glad you made it home safely. You gonna be up near Rochester this summer? |
Growing old is inevitable, growing up is optional!
- Chris
Big Ten
912H
|
|
|
|
larry8200
USA
3166 Posts |
Posted - 06/05/2012 : 06:41:54
|
quote:
Originally posted by acdad
Sure glad you made it home safely. You gonna be up near Rochester this summer?
Was coming homefrom Ithaca when this happened. I'll be back. :) |
|
|
|
| |
Topic |
|
TSC and Carry On trailers.
