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Topic: Replacement fenders

Posted By: Ciberpine
Subject: Replacement fenders
Date Posted: 20 Feb 2023 at 1:17pm

I had the unfortunate event of a tire blowing and ripping a fender off of the R-Pod (I know, I know...I learned my lesson).

Is there an RV "junkyard" that might have a replacement? I have looked on-line extensively and can't find a replacement fender.

They are available from Forest River through a dealer, but it's expensive and this seems like it should be a readily available junkyard part.

Any suggestion?

Thanks,

Scott

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Scott and Noreen
2017 R-Pod 190, 2011 Toyota Tundra
Pilgrims on the way to the Celestial City

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Posted By: lostagain
Date Posted: 20 Feb 2023 at 1:41pm

Here's a possible source: https://www.etrailer.com/question-632049.html - https://www.etrailer.com/question-632049.html

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Never leave footprints behind.
Fred & Maria Kearney
Sonoma 167RB
Our Pod 172
2019 Ford F-150 4x4 2.7 EcoBoost

Posted By: jato
Date Posted: 20 Feb 2023 at 6:59pm

very similar to what Fred posted on e-trailer, this comes out of the 2021 RV Parts and Accessories Catalogue, page 909. Round Galvanized Steel Fender, paintable 16 gauge for either 14 or 15 inch tires. Item # 618-17900G. Size is 9"W x 31.5"L x 13"H. Price $ 45.39 There are also different 'flavor' fenders such as polyethylene and plastic for much less.

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God's pod
'11 model 177
'17 Ford F-150 4WD 3.5 Ecoboost
Jim and Diane by beautiful Torch Lake
"...and you will know the Truth and the Truth will set you free."

Posted By: hogone
Date Posted: 21 Feb 2023 at 5:27am

i put the black plastic ones on mine from etrailer; worked perfectly. ill see if i can find on the site. jon

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Jon & Pam
2013 RP177
2010 F150
2017 HD Streetglide
2009 HD Lowrider
CHEESEHEAD

Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 21 Feb 2023 at 7:39am

https://www.etrailer.com/s.aspx?qry=trailer+fenders - https://www.etrailer.com/s.aspx?qry=trailer+fenders

This page has lots of choices. The question is which is closest to the one FR used, the 14" to 15", the 13" or something else?

Also, I think I would lean toward purchasing the ones with the backing plates. Especially if you need to cover the holes from where the original ripped out.

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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,...

http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7712 - ouR escaPOD mods
Former RPod 179
Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS

Posted By: Ciberpine
Date Posted: 21 Feb 2023 at 10:48am

My thanks to each of you. Looks like eTrailer.com has the best prices and selections. I'll never understand searching on the Internet. I actually looked at eTrailer, but a search did not come up with what you all found. User issues.......

Thanks again for the help and if anyone comes up with a true RV junkyard, I'd like to know about it.

-Scott

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Scott and Noreen
2017 R-Pod 190, 2011 Toyota Tundra
Pilgrims on the way to the Celestial City

Posted By: Ciberpine
Date Posted: 26 Feb 2023 at 6:03pm

Thank you all for your replies.

Jon, can you remember the plastic one that you ordered. I can't seem to find one of the right size.

Thanks,

Scott

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Scott and Noreen
2017 R-Pod 190, 2011 Toyota Tundra
Pilgrims on the way to the Celestial City

Posted By: hogone
Date Posted: 28 Feb 2023 at 6:50am

ciberpine, sorry for the late response. i just looked, mine look just like the fulton single axle top step one; part number F008563. i cant seem to find the black one, this shows silver pastic. i know it says 13 inch wheels, but i just measured the ones i have and the measurement is the same as listed on the sight. jon

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Jon & Pam
2013 RP177
2010 F150
2017 HD Streetglide
2009 HD Lowrider
CHEESEHEAD

Posted By: Ciberpine
Date Posted: 28 Feb 2023 at 8:32am

Thank you, Jon!

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Scott and Noreen
2017 R-Pod 190, 2011 Toyota Tundra
Pilgrims on the way to the Celestial City

Posted By: EchoGale
Date Posted: 28 Feb 2023 at 8:40am

If you're up for a road trip there are surplus parts stores around Elkhart Indiana. I saw lots of fenders for sale when I was there last year (I took the pod home for little visit). :)

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Julie

Posted By: EchoGale
Date Posted: 28 Feb 2023 at 8:41am

If you go, there's a terrific museum of the RV industry that allows free parking in their lot overnight. They have a huge collection of restored RVs, Campers, Trailers etc.

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Julie

Posted By: Pgarcia
Date Posted: 30 Mar 2023 at 6:27pm

I lost a fender to a blowout and had to replace both of them because I couldn’t find an exact match.. so, now I have an extra fender for a 2019 R-pod that I am looking to sell.

Posted By: poston
Date Posted: 30 Mar 2023 at 11:53pm

Originally posted by Pgarcia

I lost a fender to a blowout and had to replace both of them because I couldn’t find an exact match..

Nobody can see both of them at once from the side ...

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Jim
Virginia City, Nevada
2016 R-pod 180
2015 Nissan Xterra Pro-4X

Posted By: Akula1
Date Posted: 31 Mar 2023 at 8:18am

I need help. I have a fender that is starting to come loose from the wall, I've tried larger bolt to have them start to come loose too. Is there anything to put in the holes for the screws to get a better grip?

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2019 R-Pod 190
2019 Colorado LT

Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 31 Mar 2023 at 8:28am

Look in your local hardware store for anchors. There are various types. You could also get some automotive body filler and fill the holes. Once it is cured, drill new holes and it will hold much better.

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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,...

http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7712 - ouR escaPOD mods
Former RPod 179
Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS

Posted By: Pgarcia
Date Posted: 31 Mar 2023 at 8:43am

True, but the closest match I could find was way different from the original.