Re: [VACList] How to check condition of frame?

[Jim Dunmyer <jdunmyer@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Jim,
  My 'A' frame was badly rusted on the curb side. The problem was the 
umbilical cord; it was routed into the TOP of the frame member, bringing 
rain water right into the frame. The other side was OK. It was good from 
about 4" forward of the body, I didn't have to replace anything that was 
covered by the bellypan.

I found the problem when I went to drill & tap the frame member, it 
wasn't thick enough to hold threads. Others find it when the frame 
breaks. (someone on this list posted pics of their trailer back in 1999)

                              <<Jim>>