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03-05-2024, 10:06 PMDexter lived up to their word and sent me 4 new 4000 lbs springs with bronze bushings installed. The sad news is that the eyes are still tear dropped...58 replies | 5658 view(s)
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03-05-2024, 09:57 PMNuffsaid replied to a thread 2020 Solitude 3740BH, Lions Head Lynx Wheel (16 x 6 / 8 x 6.5) Failure in Axles, Brakes, and SuspensionAfter the trouble I had swapping tires on my Lions Head wheels on my 2018 310gk, I bought a set of Ultra Armagedon trailer wheels. They are rated at...6 replies | 270 view(s)
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02-26-2024, 10:29 AMUPDATE: I contacted the warranty department at Dexter and sent them photos and proof that the springs were name brand Dexter springs with specific...58 replies | 5658 view(s)
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02-19-2024, 03:30 PMI am too close to the bed now, no way I could raise my kingpin any more. My favored way to increase the height of the trailer would be to build a...12 replies | 2325 view(s)
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02-19-2024, 06:49 AMWhat did Alcan Spring charge you to make these springs?58 replies | 5658 view(s)
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02-18-2024, 08:43 PMBetween the new Dexter 4000 lb leaf springs and the 1" lift blocks I made my 310 now runs level with my 2023 GMC 3500 dually.12 replies | 2325 view(s)
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02-18-2024, 08:35 PMAnytime I have the chance I dump 205/75R15 tires and replace them with 225/75R15 10 plys. I have never had an issue doing this and the heavier tires...13 replies | 2373 view(s)
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02-18-2024, 08:27 PMI found a wet bolt today on my Solitude that wouldn't take grease, I was considering returning my new leaf springs to Etrailer, but after I found...34 replies | 4380 view(s)
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02-18-2024, 08:20 PMI was fully planning on returning these 4000 lb Dexter springs, so I started removing them today. I got one spring off and I was going to remove the...58 replies | 5658 view(s)
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02-18-2024, 01:28 PMI just got an email from Etrailer. The email stated that Dexter doesn't warranty these replacement leaf springs! The email said that Etrailer offers...58 replies | 5658 view(s)
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02-18-2024, 01:23 PMI honestly can't remember if the new window had a gasket attached or not. I have a hard time remembering what I had for dinner yesterday, so going...13 replies | 1902 view(s)
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02-16-2024, 02:43 PMI should have thought about that first, but to be honest I have never tried to drill spring steel. My spring eyes were only egg shaped at the bottom,...58 replies | 5658 view(s)
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02-16-2024, 11:15 AMWell, I just got another reply from customer support at Dexter and he said that since I purchased the springs from Etrailer, he would not be able to...58 replies | 5658 view(s)
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02-16-2024, 10:11 AMIf you have the room or capacity, keep your old hubs complete with the bearings for spares as well as the springs. I wouldn't bother with the brakes.26 replies | 2381 view(s)
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02-16-2024, 09:33 AMA follow up to the start of this thread. I reached out to Dexter tech support and sent them photos of the out of round spring eyes. I just received...58 replies | 5658 view(s)
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02-16-2024, 09:18 AMI am really happy to see that Dexter is providing good customer service. It makes we wonder how many axles leave their factory that are not in spec....26 replies | 2381 view(s)
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02-16-2024, 09:14 AMThis is a very good point, usually I would look for a poorly constructed spring eye that is out of square based on wear on one side of a bushing or...34 replies | 4380 view(s)
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02-15-2024, 11:00 PMWet bolts will work if maintained properly. I just inspected all of the bushings in the leaf springs I removed from my 310GK several weeks ago and...34 replies | 4380 view(s)
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02-15-2024, 06:06 PMThat's a creative way to bolt it together, but you won't have the same rigidity bolting that you would welding. The hanger failures are caused by too...8 replies | 1522 view(s)
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02-15-2024, 05:51 PM34 replies | 4380 view(s)
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02-15-2024, 05:50 PMI just went out to the shop and modified a wet bolt very quickly. The bolt wasn't what I would call straight, but you can get the idea. I took the...34 replies | 4380 view(s)
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02-15-2024, 01:57 PMI am sure the grade 5 bolt is not as strong with a hole drilled through it, if I had an issue with the grade 5, I would step up to a grade 8 and make...34 replies | 4380 view(s)
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02-15-2024, 12:05 PMThis is a photo of a tool I made to install bushings. The outside of the tool is a slip fit with the inside of the bushing. You can drive the bushing...34 replies | 4380 view(s)
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02-15-2024, 11:50 AMI am late to the party on this one, but my suggestion is grease on every trip! It concerns me when someone has a wet bolt break and doesen't inspect...19 replies | 4062 view(s)
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02-15-2024, 11:33 AMTop photo of your springs show my main concern with our springs. Your spring eyes are very noticeably not round and the most important part is the...34 replies | 4380 view(s)
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02-15-2024, 11:23 AMThe shackles with bolts are oem from my 310Gk, they are grade 5 Second bolt is a non wet bolt that I removed from fixed ends of spring hanger on the...34 replies | 4380 view(s)
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02-15-2024, 10:33 AMI have a pile of wet bolts that I have gathered over the years. I will go out to my shop and take some photos. If I remember correctly the bolts I...34 replies | 4380 view(s)
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02-15-2024, 08:07 AMI am trying to get a visual image on what is described. When a person says the bolts were well greased, but the bushings were shot, we have an issue....34 replies | 4380 view(s)
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02-14-2024, 10:39 PMIn this thread there is a photo of lift blocks I made and installed. ...12 replies | 2325 view(s)
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02-14-2024, 10:20 PMThis is not a common occurance. These valve stems are High Pressure valve stems and you must have had some that were defective. These are my go to...39 replies | 6494 view(s)
About Nuffsaid
Basic Information
About Nuffsaid
- Biography:
- I bought my first travel trailer before I bought my first truck when I was about 18 years old so my dad could use it too.
- Location:
- Worland, Wyoming
- Interests:
- Hunting, Fishing, Camping
- Occupation:
- Retired Maintenance Supervisor,ASE MASTER TECH,Certified Welder, Tire shop owner
- Serial Number:
- Pending
- Product Line:
- Solitude
- Model Year:
- 2018
Signature
2023 GMC 3500HD CCLB DRW Duramax L5P, Banks Derringer/Idash/CAI 60 gallon fuel transfer tank
2018 Solitude 310GK with Kodiak disc brakes 4000 lb Dexter springs, frame stiffeners
RETIRED Maint Supervisor, Certified Welder, ASE Master Tech, Owner tire shop
2018 Solitude 310GK with Kodiak disc brakes 4000 lb Dexter springs, frame stiffeners
RETIRED Maint Supervisor, Certified Welder, ASE Master Tech, Owner tire shop
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02-29-2024
- 05:54 PM - ccgraves100 clicked Likes for this post: Solitude 321RL Suspension Upgrade??? by NuffsaidI might be nit picking,...
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- 04:30 PM - Dive Bar Casanova clicked Thanks for this post: Dexter 4000 lb leaf springs review by NuffsaidSo after much debate I...
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- 06:53 PM - Nuffsaid clicked Thanks for this post: Dexter 4000 lb leaf springs review by jjbbrewerWhat did Alcan Spring...
- 06:53 PM - Nuffsaid clicked Likes for this post: Dexter 4000 lb leaf springs review by jjbbrewerWhat did Alcan Spring...
- 06:51 PM - Nuffsaid clicked Thanks for this post: Dexter 4000 lb leaf springs review by jjbbrewerThese springs just need...
- 06:51 PM - Nuffsaid clicked Likes for this post: Dexter 4000 lb leaf springs review by jjbbrewerThese springs just need...
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- 12:49 PM - Soundsailor clicked Likes for this post: Oops!!!! by NuffsaidI honestly can't...
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- 08:56 PM - Nuffsaid clicked Likes for this post: Warning about use of Sulastic Springs on a Solitude! by Scott'n'WendyMy trailer came with...
02-16-2024
- 05:40 PM - 440scout mentioned Nuffsaid in post Dexter 4000 lb leaf springs review... the spring eyes as Nuffsaid recommended.
01-12-2024
- 04:06 PM - rudy558 mentioned Nuffsaid in post Water quit - help needed...what that means. Nuffsaid thank you so much fo...
01-01-2024
- 09:38 PM - 440scout mentioned Nuffsaid in post Getting ready for coldest weather in our Solitude 310GKNuffsaid thanks for that deta...
12-31-2023
- 10:09 PM - 440scout mentioned Nuffsaid in post Getting ready for coldest weather in our Solitude 310GKNuffsaid yes, I saw the reaso...
- 02:45 PM - 440scout mentioned Nuffsaid in post Getting ready for coldest weather in our Solitude 310GKNuffsaid that heater is what ...
- 09:17 AM - 440scout mentioned Nuffsaid in post Getting ready for coldest weather in our Solitude 310GKNuffsaid I was able to see th...
12-27-2022
- 12:52 PM - Canyonlight mentioned Nuffsaid in post Getting ready for coldest weather in our Solitude 310GK...ontrols" lol ! Nuffsaid - hope your log home...
12-19-2022
- 07:46 AM - Canyonlight mentioned Nuffsaid in post Getting ready for coldest weather in our Solitude 310GK...oming to the US. Nuffsaid, with your backgroun...
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- 04:43 AM - IBEW Sparky mentioned Nuffsaid in post Baby It's Cold Outside !!Nuffsaid Can you give more...
07-02-2020
- 01:51 PM - Misfit mentioned Nuffsaid in post Diesel generator onboard Solitude...d synthetic oil. Nuffsaid I have a 375 RES an...
03-23-2019
- 11:48 AM - CoChris mentioned Nuffsaid in post Diesel generator onboard Solitude... two people (I know Nuffsaid has a Solitude 310GK...
01-04-2019
- 03:15 PM - Cate&Rob mentioned Nuffsaid in post Broken Spring Hanger!Nuffsaid - Thank-you for taki...
02-19-2024
- 03:30 PM - Nuffsaid quoted Scott'n'Wendy in post Lift blocksIMO, they are do-able....but...lif...
- 08:41 AM - jjbbrewer quoted Nuffsaid in post Dexter 4000 lb leaf springs reviewWhat did Alcan Spring charge ...
- 06:49 AM - Nuffsaid quoted jjbbrewer in post Dexter 4000 lb leaf springs reviewGood idea. I got these 4000...
02-18-2024
02-17-2024
- 03:50 PM - Scott'n'Wendy quoted Nuffsaid in post How to get a wet bolt to take greaseI am really surprised that De...
02-16-2024
- 02:43 PM - Nuffsaid quoted 440scout in post Dexter 4000 lb leaf springs reviewWhen I replaced the springs l...
- 12:11 PM - 440scout quoted Nuffsaid in post Dexter 4000 lb leaf springs reviewWell, I just got another repl...
- 10:11 AM - Nuffsaid quoted Richard Shore in post Dexter 4400 bent axle replacementThanks to the advice on the forum ...
- 09:14 AM - Nuffsaid quoted powerscol in post How to get a wet bolt to take greaseThe one thing everyone is miss...
02-15-2024
- 11:00 PM - Nuffsaid quoted Bruce M in post How to get a wet bolt to take greaseIs the wet bolt invention no...
- 11:50 AM - Nuffsaid quoted Overtaxed in post Broken Wet BoltI greased my suspension a few ...
- 11:33 AM - Nuffsaid quoted ajg617 in post How to get a wet bolt to take greaseThe MORRyde wet bolts are g...
- 10:33 AM - Nuffsaid quoted powerscol in post How to get a wet bolt to take greaseYep it happens Do a search on...
- 08:07 AM - Nuffsaid quoted ajg617 in post How to get a wet bolt to take greaseUnfortunately, it is not un...
- 07:12 AM - Scott'n'Wendy quoted Nuffsaid in post How to get a wet bolt to take greaseI have personally not known o...
02-14-2024
- 10:39 PM - Nuffsaid quoted barrylew58 in post Lift blocksHas anyone installed or know so...
- 10:20 PM - Nuffsaid quoted Don and Linda in post Valve Stem LeaksI did exactly the same thing for t...
- 04:36 PM - ajg617 quoted Nuffsaid in post How to get a wet bolt to take greaseI have personally not known o...
- 04:25 PM - Nuffsaid quoted Scott'n'Wendy in post How to get a wet bolt to take greaseI think a groove(s) in the bushing...
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