Who made my axle?

[axleman]

Originally Posted by Canoe stream

Henry -- I'm sure I could find it but please jump start me on the location. Thanks

Canoe stream,

I think you're looking for the serial number tag correct?

Typically, these tags are located on the main tube body of the axle. I know Dexter and Axis locate these tags on the center of the axle beam facing the front of the coach. They usually contain the following information:
1. Axle Manufacturer
2. Axle Manufacturer address
3. Axle serial number
4. Axle capacity
5. CSA approval (if built to CSA spec)

Older axles used a serial number band, embossed and wrapped around the axle tube. Some manufacturers also stamped numbers into the axle tube itself.

I hope this helps,
Henry

PS: This info is required for any warranty work required on the axle. The industry standard torsion axle warranty is 5 years from date of purchase. Additionally it is of great help when seeking replacement parts.

[ALANSD]

From what I understand Henschen has been certified for the past 20+ years, not very recently as mentioned in post 39 above.

[Jim & Susan]

Bob, my '73 has Henschens on it (still to be replaced). The I.D. Tag is located on the front of the axels, curbside, about a foot inboard from the wheel. FYI.

Jim

[Mikethefixit]

I was just in touch with a tech at Airstream about a week ago, and he said that Airstream has changed to Dexter Axles a few yrs. ago,although he didn't indicate when the change occured.
Mikethefixit

[bobkelly]

My 2003 22ft CCD, mfg in Nov 02, was built using Dexter axles.