Lubrication
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Topic: Lubrication
Posted By: henryv
Subject: Lubrication
Date Posted: 26 Apr 2017 at 6:07am
Please tell me what, if anything requires lubrication...like the bathroom fan... 
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Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 26 Apr 2017 at 6:49am
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If you have a slide-out, it likely has a Schwintec mechanism. http://www.doityourselfrv.com/how-to-lubricate-the-schwintek-in-wall-slide-out-system-mechanism/# - DoinyourselfRV has a video on how to lubricate that. I also lubricate the rollers that support the slide from underneath. Your steps need lubricating as will the jack screws on your stabilizer jacks along with the pivot points. There isn't much else that needs lubrication. The Fantastic Fan in the bathroom should not need to be lubricated. However, you may need to lubricate the lifting mechanism for the cover if it is sticking. I have found it necessary to lubricate the door hinge, especially after our winter trips where there was road salt. The hinge is supposed to be stiff to hold it in place. However, it had gotten extremely stiff and was not moving smoothly. I used some lubricant with Teflon and it helped. While you are at it, give the locking mechanism a shot also. I can't think of any other places that need lubricating. If there are, someone else will post it, I'm sure. ------------- 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: Richand Cindy
Date Posted: 26 Apr 2017 at 7:26am
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While not exactly lubricating our dealer told us to frequently use CAMCO slide out conditioner on the rubber. This prevents it from drying out, cracking and leaking. He also said whenever you use the slide out check to see the rubber is all aligned in one direction facing out. Sometimes a piece gets stuck in and will allow water in. Just stick your finger in and pull it out. Sure enough on our first trip there were two spots where it stuck. When we got home we cleaned the rubber (they were very dusty) put on the conditioner and no more sticking.
------------- OLD 2017.5 RPOD 180 + 2015 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk NEW: 2018 Passport Elite 23RB + 2017 Ram 1500 Diesel |
Posted By: texman
Date Posted: 26 Apr 2017 at 8:34am
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I know the wheel bearings need grease, but not clear on how often. i am thinking about every 5000 miles but need some feedback on that recommendation from the forum. ------------- TexMan 2015 182g 2018 Sequoia http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9122&title=texman-182g-mods - TexManMods |
Posted By: Rustler
Date Posted: 07 May 2017 at 3:18am
The recommended wheel bearing repacking interval is in the packet of manufacturer's information that came with your Rpod. I don't remember what that was. But check there. I need to figure how many miles I towed last year to see if my RPod 171 needs grease. ------------- Russ 2009 Toyota RAV4 V6 w/ tow package 2016 Rpod 171 HRE |
Posted By: jato
Date Posted: 07 May 2017 at 3:58pm
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I do mine 1x/year in the spring.
------------- 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: Weekend Warrior
Date Posted: 10 Oct 2017 at 12:03pm
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Here is the link to everything you need to know about the Lippert axles used on Rpods as well as the greasing intervals based on the axles weight. Also you will find the part numbers for the replacement bearing and seals as well as the proper grease used in repacking bearings. https://www.lci1.com/assets/content/support/manuals/Axles%20and%20Suspension/Trailer_Axle_2K_7K_Owner_s_Manual__half_book_.pdf - https://www.lci1.com/assets/content/support/manuals/Axles%20and%20Suspension/Trailer_Axle_2K_7K_Owner_s_Manual__half_book_.pdf . ------------- |
Posted By: Weekend Warrior
Date Posted: 10 Oct 2017 at 12:08pm
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Page 30 clearly states the bearings need to be inspected and repacked at 12,000 miles or yearly, which ever comes first. ------------- |
Posted By: Weekend Warrior
Date Posted: 10 Oct 2017 at 12:11pm
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This link will take you to the Lippert axle site which clearly explains all your questions. https://www.lci1.com/assets/content/support/manuals/Axles%20and%20Suspension/Trailer_Axle_2K_7K_Owner_s_Manual__half_book_.pdf - https://www.lci1.com/assets/content/support/manuals/Axles%20and%20Suspension/Trailer_Axle_2K_7K_Owner_s_Manual__half_book_.pdf .
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