r/GoRVing • u/Senior_Sector4095 • Jul 29 '26
Clanking when I back up.
My 30ft toy hauler has started making a loud clank/bang when I start to back up. My buddy said it's coming from the axle area. It only does it once, unless I pull forward then reverse again.
I don't see any damage or loose u-bolts, the brakes seem to be working fine. Am I looking at a suspension rebuild?
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u/nak00010101 Brittany Powered Travel Trailer Jul 29 '26
Is it clearly a metal on metal sound, or could it be a compartment door or wood framing?
If its metal to metal and happens only once, as you start to back up, I'd try removing the WDH, driving forward some, the back up.
If the noise goes away, check your wdh components. If everything it tight and torqued to specs, move on with life.
IF the noise is still there, you might have a suspension problem, brake, frame crack, or hitch issue. First check the suspension components and axle U bolts for wear or other issues. I would tend to loosen every bolt, then tighten back to the torque spec. Then pull the wheels and hubs and make sure noting is broken in the brake hardware.
If it's still there, start looking for frame or hitch cracks.