I gotta speak up for Jerry @ Boatmate.. He got back to me real quick this am. Getting me an axle out quickly.. I may be painting it myself.. but otherwise, it would be next week... Very helpful guy.. apologetic for the issue.. Outside vendor makes the torsion cartridge.. problem fixed since 2008..
As I told him, problems happen... fixing the problem is where a company can really shine.. I was 5 months out of warranty AND not the original owner.. I get that.. no issue.. The price for the axle and shipping is pretty fair for what you get.. If it wasnt for shipping, it wouldnt be bad at all.. but I couldnt drive to TN for $120.. so!
I may be checking in with a couple of you who have done your own later this week..