Originally Posted by Rusted Nut
Tie down straps were wrapped around each axle, just inboard of the springs. Not sure what caused both on right side to break. I'll get it to a frame shop and go from there.
With that tiedown method, your frame is likely OK. The springs will have absorbed a lot of the force. But you still should have it checked out.
It's possible the straps contacted a sharp edge on the spring mounts or a u-bolt. That would have compromised their strength.

Originally Posted by Rusted Nut
never seen a 10,000 lb hitch bend like this.
The welder gets a thumbs_up

Last edited by klhansen; 04/09/2026 6:55 PM. Reason: added another comment

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