I recently purchased a new Salem Cruise Lite 282QBXL. I noticed today that the front and rear axles seem to be offset by maybe 1/4 - 1/2 inch with the front axle biased towards the passenger side and the rear towards the driver. I also checked the distance between the center of the hubs on each side and found a 1/4 inch discrepancy (shorter measurement on the passenger side).
Just thinking out loud. Were these measurements taken while it is sitting in it's parking place after being backed in? I would think the most accurate measurements would be taken after towing forward in a straight line.
Location: in the South, North West Middle Tennessee
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You need to pull forward two complete tire rotations in order to set the axles in travel mode. Then take your measurements. You won't find the specs anywhere, too many different frame variables involved.
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If I were you, I would return the unit to the dealer and INSIST that they have it realigned before you use it. Out of alignment will cause excessive tire wear, blowouts and nothing but grief. I know! After 2 years and many tire problems, I finally took mine to a shop that specializes in the work and found the axles to be the cause of many of my problems.
If possible anytime you back in, pull straight forward for a short distance then straight back. Tandem axles may not be aligned if they the unit was stopped immediately after being turned.
After i backed my trailer into storage spot. I noticed same thing. did what u did posted here. got same reply. don't worry gets crooked backing up. Next time you take it out and stop for break check tires you will see everything is o.k
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