Apr-23-2018 03:05 PM
Apr-28-2018 10:55 AM
Lynnmor wrote:
I made bolt in side to side trusses to reduce the flex in my incredibly weak frame.
Apr-28-2018 10:27 AM
Apr-28-2018 06:02 AM
Apr-27-2018 07:20 PM
myredracer wrote:
The frame on these (unless they've changed recently) is made from 3 pieces of 1/8" sheet steel and welded together. It flexes a LOT more compared to the more common 1-piece rolled beams. Fatigue cracks can develop above the spring hangers and I know someone with a KZ who has had this happen.
Apr-24-2018 07:13 PM
afidel wrote:
Where are you getting that Lippert doesn't do the design work? From their own page the first 3 bullet points all mention design.
Apr-24-2018 09:02 AM
Apr-24-2018 08:46 AM
BurbMan wrote:
Just to be clear, Lippert only manufactures the frames, they don't design them. I have a Lippert frame on my 2008 Terry and have had NO issues. Lippert builds frames to the RV companies' specs, and the frame failures we have seen across many brands are largely a result of them being poorly designed, not poorly manufactured.
I would not waste time ordering a unit that you are excited to use this season. Once you get to the dealer and see it, you will likely take delivery on it even if you are not 100% happy with the frame. Hard to refuse a shiny new TT. I'm with edd505, hit the road, find one you like and tow it home.
Apr-24-2018 07:59 AM
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Apr-24-2018 05:36 AM
bid_time wrote:
Don't buy an RV, you're to paranoid.
Apr-24-2018 03:58 AM
Ian10965 wrote:
None of these trailers ( KZ Connect Lite 2017-18 C201RB or C201QB) are available for me to look at anywhere close to me in Atlantic Canada. I did look over a Connect 261RB, photos below.
I have read a number of reports of various deficiencies in Lippert frames. I would not be surprised if one part of the Lite designation is reduced metal in the frame compared to the Connect or Spree Connect series.
What I really hope to be able to sort out is how much if any improvement there has been with this problem area for 2018 trailers over earlier models. It would really help if someone could post pictures of the spring mount area of the frame of one of these (C201QB/RB).
I have read posts that suggest that the worst of the Lippert frame troubles may be in the past. Is this correct??
Damage to dual axle spring mounts as a result of the lateral stress during turns seems to be a pretty clear cause and effect.
Apr-23-2018 09:05 PM
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