Rear Hitch Response from FR R.Pod
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Topic: Rear Hitch Response from FR R.Pod
Posted By: John & Kris
Subject: Rear Hitch Response from FR R.Pod
Date Posted: 15 Mar 2012 at 3:30pm
Thought I would share this with you. I got an e-mail resonse to my question regarding how much weight can go on the rear hitch of our 182G. Here it is from Kristin at FR R.Pod Hope it helps John From: Kristin Griffin [mailto:kgriffin@forestriverinc.com] Hi there John, Congratulations on your new r.pod!! Yes – that 182G is for
SURE a show stopper!! Not to mention so much fun to show off! In regards to your receiver hitch question: I’m going to copy Lionel on this email – I know the answer to this
question – I get asked it all of the time. I just want him on this – in
the case that the answer I give to you is different now than I was last
informed. The short answer John is the weight of the Bike Rack and 2 bicycles
– or the spare tire. It gets a little tricky John when dealing with bumpers/receivers
& adding or modifying any part of them after the manufacturer. The
best explanation I can give you is this… Any weight that is added, while in “parked/still” position – will
weight exactly what it weighs – let’s say a 70lb combination of carrier & 2
bikes. When in motion however, as the momentum of that 70lbs bounces up
& down – it actually causes that 70lbs to at the very least double to a
140lbs of weight that is on the bumper. Once you change the projection of
the weight/object/area on the bumper, for instance a rack that extends 12” –
18” beyond the bumper – those numbers can triple or quadruple. I hope that makes sense. I wish I had a better answer for you
but that’s the best I can give you. We here at rpod say there is a 125lb weight rating – however – keep
in mind that is the MAX weight rating and actually means a total “still” weight
of approx 62lbs. Any alterations or modifications to the bumper/hitch in excess of
the bike carrier or spare tire will void your warranty of the entire frame. Thank you for contacting me on this – it’s a very important
question!! Kristin Griffin ------------- John.Kris & "Sarah" our Golden Aiken SC "12 R.Pod 182G TV "12 Lexus GX460 |
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Posted By: David and Danette
Date Posted: 15 Mar 2012 at 5:03pm
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John , I think the answer Kristin gave you was a good explanation and answer to the hitch weight rating. Thankyou for posting her answer. David ------------- 2018 Vista Cruiser 19BFD (2018- 2012 Vibe 6503 (2014-2019) 2009 r-pod 171 (2009-2014) Middle Tn 2014 Ram 1500 Quad cab |
Posted By: Pawpod
Date Posted: 15 Mar 2012 at 8:31pm
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We just received our bike carrier from Forest River. Haven't used it yet, or even mounted it eather. First impression is its extremely light. I will post pictures when we get our pod out of hibernation. ------------- Ready to pod around! |