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quote:Originally posted by H. John Kohl
Art,
I do not jack on the AXLE even at the "U" bolts. The manual says DO NOT JACK ON THE AXLE. You are thinking the jack tightened the "U" bolt. I am thinking 3000 pounds to 6000 pounds may have bent the axle tubing and caused the "U" bolt to come loose. You have just given me another reason not to jack on an AXLE. Thanks. Good luck and let us know what you find.
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I saw a post where someone took their unit to the factory for service. The tech put the jack under the u-bolts and the owner questioned them. The tech told them that it was acceptable to use the u-bolts or the frame. I use the u-bolts myself. I suspect the "do not jack on the axle" is a liability issue. Jacks do have a tendency to slip off round surfaces if not placed properly.