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View Poll Results: Greasy Brake Reimbursement
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Lippert paid for my repairs or reimbursement
16 42.11% -
GDRV paid for my repairs or reimbursement
10 26.32% -
I paid for my repairs and was not reimbursed
10 26.32% -
My dealer took care of everything
4 10.53%
Multiple Choice Poll.
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01-08-2018, 03:57 PM #1
Poll - Reimbursement for Greasy Brakes
For several model years, Grand Design units delivered with Lippert axles suffered from leaking grease that contaminated the brakes. These problems are starting to dwindle as Dexter is supplying axles for all new GDRV units. There is still some confusion about who reimburses the RV owner when this problem is encountered. By answering the poll, it will give other others guidance on who to contact for possible reimbursement.https://www.mygrandrv.com/fo...ase-seals-fail
If you wish to discuss the technical aspects of this condition, please do so at the following thread:
Jim
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01-08-2018, 03:59 PM #2
I allowed for multiple choice answers in the poll. I was reimbursed by GDRV on my first rig, and then Lippert on my second one.
Jim
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01-08-2018, 04:23 PM #3
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I replaced the original (massively polluted) brakes myself within 4 months of purchase with self adjusting drum brakes purchased from etrailer at my own cost.
6 months later I replaced those with a disc brake setup myself.
I wish I had known how crazy inexpensive and easy to install disc brakes were before I did my first job.Paul "Poppy" and Deb Cervone
2022 Imagine XLS 22MLE
2021 Imagine XLS 17MKE - SOLD ; 2015 Grand Design Reflection 337RLS - SOLD
2016 GMC Denali 3500HD SRW Duramax/Allison CC 4x4; Tire Minder TPMS
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01-08-2018, 04:44 PM #4
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Jerry & Linda
Emma & Abby our Mini Golden Doodles & JR our Amazon Parrot
2017 Reflection 337RLS, Build Date 01/2017, Titan Disk Brakes, Goodyear G614s 235/85/16 G Rated tires
2022 F-450 King Ranch Ultimate, 4,868 lb Payload, Bedrug Bedliner, Andersen Ultimate II Aluminum 5th wheel hitch
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01-08-2018, 05:03 PM #5
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I bought the replacement parts and installed myself. Reimbursed though GD by Lippert.
Jim (& Sharon)
2015 GD Momentum 385TH - SOLD
For Sale - 2015 Ford F-350 DRW 4x4 Lariat w/ AirLift bags, Titan 65 gal. OEM replacement fuel tank.
The toy:
2017 RZR XP 1000 EPS SE
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01-08-2018, 05:17 PM #6
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I contacted Lippert directly about my leaking grease seals, since my dealer is 200 miles away. Lippert agreed to an inspection by an independent dealer/shop. I took pictures, and sent that to Lippert along with the mechanics report. Lippert shipped 4 new brake assemblies and grease seals to the shop. I sent Lippert the receipts, and they promptly sent me reimbursement.
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01-08-2018, 05:41 PM #7
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About 9 months into our ownership I decided to service bearings. The shoes were covered with grease, as well as the drums. we are talking about April 2015. I bought seals and a six pack of Brakleen which restored good braking. I requested compensation from GD, who offered to pay for parts. Did not pursue. Two years later, our Reflection was recalled for undersize axles- dealer in Durango, CO installed axle assemblies with complete brake assemblies. Less than a year later brakes basically did not work- totally greased. bought forward self adjusting assemblies from etrailer like Poppy did, about $200.00. We have put at least 50000 miles on our Reflection.
AKA Steve and Lynne
Storm the Black Lab
Reflection 337 RLS vin 573FR3628E3300393
2008 Dodge Ram 2500 Quad Cab Longbox
6.7 Cummins, 68 RFE transmission
B and W Companion, Air Lifts
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01-08-2018, 08:59 PM #8
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Y'all know my answer LOL
Lippert came through for me.2016 Grand Design Reflection 313RLTS
2020 Riverstone 39FK
2016 Ford F350 Super Duty 6.7L Powerstroke Lariat 2WD DRW
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01-08-2018, 11:57 PM #9
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For all I know the Tooth Ferry paid for our inspection and repair at our purchasing dealer. All I know is it stops better now and I didn't pay for parts and labor. I did get pre-authorization from Lippert prior to the service work and told the dealer to contact them for reimbursement for the inspection and any necessary shoes, seals etc needed to make them brakes again.
George and Sally
2006 Ford F-550 4x4
2017 F-450 King Ranch Dually 4X4
2017 Grand Design Solitude 369RL, Load Range G tires added
Three 160 Watt Solar panels up top, W/D and Dishwasher
2006 Lance 1191 side entry truck camper, 1 slide
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01-09-2018, 05:16 AM #10
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Lippert provided the parts (brake, backing plates and seals) for all 6 and I did the install. The parts were no charge, but I was not paid any labor. I knew this going in but wanted to do the job myself to be certain it was done correctly. I selected both Lippert paid and I paid above due to them covering parts and me doing the labor.
John and Denise; Houma, LA
2017 Momentum 395M
2016 Chevrolet K3500 DRW Diesel
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