Bent trailer frame

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  1. Aug 14, 2013 #1
    MrPlow

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    Picked up a used trailer, and on the first run noticed that the trailer frame is bent. Dealer who i bought it from is claiming bought AS IS. Gave him a certified check few days ago. Do i have any recourse options or i'm SOL should've done a better job checking it?
     
    MrPlow, Aug 14, 2013
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  3. Aug 14, 2013 #2
    rogueunh

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    Nothing you can do, should have inspected it before buying.
     
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  4. Aug 14, 2013 #3
    whitey

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    You should have looked at it first. Used means used
     
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  5. Aug 14, 2013 #4
    deskdriver

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    if you bought it "as is" then you really dont have any recourse. Most reputable dealers will work something out with you but not all dealers are reputable. Sorry to hear about this.
     
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  7. Aug 14, 2013 #5
    spyder7723

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    on the bright side, is not a major deal. You can straighten that frame out no problem. and now you know for next time
     
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  8. Aug 14, 2013 #6
    truckon

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    what makes you think it didn't bend on your first load?
     
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  9. Aug 14, 2013 #7
    baha

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    what year make model is it
     
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  10. Aug 16, 2013 #8
    MrPlow

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    The rust around the bend, makes it obvious that it's been there a while
     
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