I didn't find any threads on lifts, if there are please direct me to them.

I just bought a nearly brand new 2014 178.  It has a lift block between the axle and frame, maybe a 3 inch lift.

For my intended use I need to lift it another 3 or 4 inches.

I'd like to hear from any of ya'll who have lifted their Pods and how high, and if a tall lift creates any problems, ect., ect.

Thanks.

Thanks Steven.  Yea a double or triple step is on the wish list.

We like to visit places less seen or traveled to.  We've been tenting it for 40 years and are now just getting a little too creaky to tent camp any more. 

So we thought we'd get a small trailer that we could possibly haul down thirdenary roads, set up camp, then explore further in the truck or hike or kayak.

So I need to get the trailer lifted so I don't rip off all that delicate plastic underneath.  I can't imagine the hassle of hauling the Pod way into some place only to rip a hole in the water tank!  The water tank is very vulnerable on my 178.

Pods are very easy to lift, just need blocks under the axle.  The use of torsion suspension makes that so easy.  I just do not know how high I can go and not have problems. 

The RPOD is not really designed for how I intend to use it.  A true off-road trailer is probably 12 inches higher then my 178 and the stuff underneath is better tucked away.  But they all weigh more than I wanted to tow.

So I'm going to give this a try and I think there will be many "Podders" like you who do not mind pitching in with a little advise.

Thanks

Thanks guys, keep it coming.  I am not new to off-road trucks by about 40 years.  But all our hard off-roading years are over, all the real crawler rigs have been sold and now we do fairly mild stuff in the FJ.  I understand the limitations of the FJ and will be learning the limitations of the RPOD. 

I don't plan on hauling the POD through Slick Rock or across Imogene Pass or anything like that, just want to get it down a few dirt/gravel roads and away from RV parks once in a while. So I don't need an off-road trailer, just an off-pavement TT.

I do see how the torsion axle is one of the limiting factors in making a RPOD off-pavementable.  Looks to me like installing a heavier axle with real leaf springs is doable, but I'm hoping I don't have to go that far.  But with leaf springs I could put in an AirLift system and just lift the trailer when I needed it lifted.  

It's always something or something else isn't it.....LOL

cjscinta, I am by no means experienced with travel trailers but I have hooked up to a lot of trailers before, even with Tacomas.  Sorry but I do think you have but 2 choices in getting the trailer level with the truck hitch:  lift the trailer at the axle or lower the drop down hitch.

When I bought my POD the hitch and all was part of the deal.  The mechanic guy told me he has never had to use such an extreme drop hitch before in his life!  That makes me kinds nervous.....makes me want to lift the trailer more.

Does your trailer have lifting blocks between the axle and trailer?  If not that may be all you need, a 2 or 3 inch lift.  Just google "lift blocks for rpod", you'll see how easy it can be done.  It can be done with bolts, does not need to be welded.

Could you post some picks of your mod

Can you tell me more about the axle you bought?

Where did you get it?

Do you know the stock or part number?

Thanks

I can have the spindles clocked at most any angle I want.  My axles are clocked at 10* upwards.  It would take some math to figure out how much lift a 0* or 10* downward clocking would produce.  

They can be clocked up to 45*.

Once an axle is built the clocking can not be changed.

The cost of a new #10 axle, with just the backing plate and spindles is @ $300.

Jpntime, I can not find the thread of tow vehicles, can you give me a hint of where it is?