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06-13-2017, 06:24 PM
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Newbie from Cali...reverse noise normal?
Hello all, we just purchased our 1st TT... a 2018 Passport 239ml. We tow with our 2015 Dodge Durango and just went on our 1st trip this past weekend. I noticed a very loud "cranking" noise when my husband reverses the trailer... dealer said this is normal, but can't imagine this would be... it sounds as if the axel or brakes are being forced. Is this normal? We don't have any experience giving us peace of mind. 
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06-13-2017, 06:38 PM
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Hi and welcome to the forum. Regarding the noise, I just answered in your other thread
http://www.keystoneforums.com/forums...009#post243009
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06-13-2017, 06:39 PM
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Welcome to the forum 
If your backing the trailer up and turning real sharp, then yes there is "popping" and cracking sounds from the axles. Very normal and nothing to worry about. Now go out and enjoy your new house on wheels. 
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06-14-2017, 02:37 AM
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Welcome to the forum from Kansas City, MO! Rules around here are ENJOY your new rig. Now go get on with it.
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06-14-2017, 03:43 AM
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WELCOME TO THE FORUM ENJOY TURN UP THE RADIO 
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06-14-2017, 05:32 AM
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I have read on here that, sometimes, depending on the brand of weight distribution hitch, you should unhook the bars before backing into the campsite to avoid this noise?
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06-14-2017, 11:02 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jsmith948
I have read on here that, sometimes, depending on the brand of weight distribution hitch, you should unhook the bars before backing into the campsite to avoid this noise?
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Don't unhook the weight distribution bars - just unhook the sway control bar. If you unhook the weight distribution bars, you'll overload the hitch on the durango.
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06-14-2017, 11:10 AM
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to The Forum From Western PA
Congrats on your new to you Passport !! Enjoy !!!
Be Safe and Happy Camping
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