You didn't specify what you have, or specifically what you are considering frame flex. If frames didn't flex, they would outright break.Grand Design frame flexing.
Has anyone asked GD to buy their 5th wheel back? The frame flexing is happening on ours, and the warranty is still in effect. But they should not be selling these if they know it is happening, and they obviously do,
I’d be curious as well. Primarily to find out at what point one should be concerned.My question is, how did you figure out that you have frame flex? Also, what year and trailer do you have?
When you ask a question like this you should at least respond in some manner so that we know you're not just trolling. As stated above, the frames do flex, otherwise they break. When frame flex is an ISSUE and causes other problems (cracks in the frame and separation at joints) is when Manufacturer of the unit and the frame need contacted for repair. Also, as stated, the issue is not only with Grand Design. It seems drop frames are susceptible no matter the RV manufacturer. In the Grand Design lineup that is the Solitude and Momentum 5th wheel lines. Lippert Makes the frames.Grand Design frame flexing.
Has anyone asked GD to buy their 5th wheel back? The frame flexing is happening on ours, and the warranty is still in effect. But they should not be selling these if they know it is happening, and they obviously do,
I replaced my entire bumper with a much heavier gauge bumper and use a bolt on receiver with no problems. I carry 2 e-bikes that weigh a total of 150Lbs plus the bike rack. With the lighter bumper I got a lot of front and back flexing. Bumper done by a steel fabricator for $300 including painting. Also haul Kayaks on same receiver but different rack. This is with a 310GK 2017.Grand Design frame flexing.
Has anyone asked GD to buy their 5th wheel back? The frame flexing is happening on ours, and the warranty is still in effect. But they should not be selling these if they know it is happening, and they obviously do,
I suggest you check fb page gd major issues managed by pete west. A lot of info there.Grand Design frame flexing.
Has anyone asked GD to buy their 5th wheel back? The frame flexing is happening on ours, and the warranty is still in effect. But they should not be selling these if they know it is happening, and they obviously do,
You should file a formal complaint to NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). They are studying these type of complaints.Grand Design frame flexing.
Has anyone asked GD to buy their 5th wheel back? The frame flexing is happening on ours, and the warranty is still in effect. But they should not be selling these if they know it is happening, and they obviously do,
A lot of the same old stuff some people like to stir up since...well.... since I've been RV'ing..1997.I suggest you check fb page gd major issues managed by pete west. A lot of info there.
I agree 1000%.A lot of the same old stuff some people like to stir up since...well.... since I've been RV'ing..1997.
I guess they make money out of it.
Well it's funny they call it "cosmetic" because there is a particular Brinkley model that is now cracking the sidewall at the upper slide and they're saying the same thing. It's BS and I questioned the owner of Brinkley how are they claiming cosmetic when you have to bring it to a specialized approved shop of their choice for all kinds of welding and supports added.I kind of found Lippert's response directly to the NHTSA in their on-going GD frame flex investigation somewhat interesting though I personally don't believe what they are saying based upon an LCI shop saying it's across manufacturers.
"Per Grand Design, the frame flex is only occurring in the upper deck area of the fifth wheel and is resulting in cosmetic defects such as moving sidewalls, damage to cabinets, binding doors, etc. However, Lippert believes that the effects of frame flex may also extend back to the front axle of the trailer. While Lippert provides frames for multiple trailer manufacturers, the majority of complaints are for these Grand Design products."
We are (were) seriously considering the purchase of a Solitude. This talk of frame flexing makes me a bit nervous. If I were to purchase a GD Solitude I would expect them to take of a frame issue. I bought from them not Lippert. Sounds like passing the buck to avoid correcting a known issue... especially under warranty! There appear to be a lot of these complaints in here. Is this normal for GD?All frames flex. Quite a lot. Lippert manufactures the frames, so your first contact should be them.
So far as I have seen, GD is the only one that has stepped up to the plate and extended the frame warranty to 5 years. I do not recall any other manufacturer that has it that long. Also, all the new frames have the extra lag bolts, with a larger size for all lag bolts, that the older ones did not have.We are (were) seriously considering the purchase of a Solitude. This talk of frame flexing makes me a bit nervous. If I were to purchase a GD Solitude I would expect them to take of a frame issue. I bought from them not Lippert. Sounds like passing the buck to avoid correcting a known issue... especially under warranty! There appear to be a lot of these complaints in here. Is this normal for GD?