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    Posted: 25 Feb 2015 at 9:53am
We took our pod in to have the seals checked and were asked if we wanted the undercarriage service done, as well. They said they advise people who buy trailers from them to have it done after the first year, then every 8000-10,000 miles.  We have about 2000 miles on ours after about 3 years and are wondering if anyone has any advice about this servicing. We are inclined to wait for the 8000 miles, but don't want to miss doing something that is needed.
Thanks for any advice!Confused
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What did they say was involved in an "undercarriage service"..?
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Posts: 4518 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 25 Feb 2015 at 2:51pm
In 6 years dealing with Rpods I have never heard of undercarriage service.
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Yup, I smell snake oil
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Posts: 672 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 25 Feb 2015 at 6:54pm
I'd say check the brakes, repack the wheel bearings which includes replacement of the hub seals and that's all. Goose
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Posts: 1108 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 25 Feb 2015 at 7:05pm
The only thing I can think of is the inspection of the frame and wires and tanks along with re-torque of everything. Risers, Axle, and Tank Mounting Bolts ect...

Probably no more than .5 labor I would hope.

In the FR Travel Trailer Owners Manual, Section 7 Page 42, Axles "torque mounting bolts" Every six months is listed in the recommended maintenance matrix. 

Maybe check for leaks and road damage...

It also lists "follow chassis lubrication & maintenance procedures" which, of course the POD has none.

ADD: Lubrication of the Stabilizer Jacks?
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  Could be inspection of the fabric to protect floor from water damage to make sure it is not tore or coming detached exposing wood.
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Here is what is on their webpage about the service:
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What are they charging for the service?
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Hmm, no shackles or springs on the POD. The rest of the service list is what I would expect to have done during a regular bearing service.

Maybe the dealer refers to the standard bearing service as "under carriage" service?
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