R-pod Owners Forum : r-pod Axle Riser http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Warranty, Service and Recall Bulletins : r-pod Axle Riser Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 01 May 2026 06:07:28 +0000 Fri, 18 May 2012 20:44:33 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=147 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ r-pod Axle Riser : We usually travel with crate of... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24365#24365 Author: Podsible Dream
Subject: 147
Posted: 18 May 2012 at 8:44pm

We usually travel with crate of chunks of 2x8 that are 12to 24 inches long to level the trailer with. They also come in handy to hold down the skirt of the dome with the added height of the risers. We have also used firewood pieces strategically placed to keep the skirt in place in hard packed soil or asphalt.]]> Fri, 18 May 2012 20:44:33 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24365#24365 r-pod Axle Riser : Kayakkrazy: The answer regarding... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24358#24358 Author: Swift-Pod
Subject: 147
Posted: 18 May 2012 at 3:17pm

Kayakkrazy: The answer regarding the R-Dome is yes, it does make the Dome slope down a bit but the only time we have had a problem is when the ground on the site also slopes away from the Pod. When there is a paved pad and the ground slopes away from the pad the Dome doesn't fit very well. Useable, but looks like you might have been inebriated when putting it up. Not a bad idea now that I mention it.]]> Fri, 18 May 2012 15:17:14 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24358#24358 r-pod Axle Riser : nope, no problem. hook up and... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24267#24267 Author: dsmiths
Subject: 147
Posted: 15 May 2012 at 8:32pm

nope, no problem. hook up and enjoy the outdoors.]]> Tue, 15 May 2012 20:32:27 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24267#24267 r-pod Axle Riser : Don't worry. Be happy!... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24261#24261 Author: Keith-N-Dar
Subject: 147
Posted: 15 May 2012 at 11:19am

Don't worry.  Be happy!  You have an R-Pod!]]> Tue, 15 May 2012 11:19:37 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24261#24261 r-pod Axle Riser : Thanks very much. You guys are... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24258#24258 Author: KayakkrazyUP
Subject: 147
Posted: 15 May 2012 at 9:10am

Thanks very much. You guys are great, putting to rest most all my anxieties.

Roy
]]> Tue, 15 May 2012 09:10:22 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24258#24258 r-pod Axle Riser : not to worry. there is a sufficient... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24255#24255 Author: Alex&Marie
Subject: 147
Posted: 15 May 2012 at 8:09am

not to worry. there is a sufficient amount of material on the sides of the tent to accommodate the risers extra elevation. We like the screen room addition of the r-dome a lot - 

enjoy
]]> Tue, 15 May 2012 08:09:51 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24255#24255 r-pod Axle Riser : We have a 177 with an R-Dome and... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24254#24254 Author: Chuck
Subject: 147
Posted: 15 May 2012 at 7:52am

We have a 177 with an R-Dome and risers. No problem except the front & back corners where the Dome meets the trailer it's a bit high but after research and talking to the mfg, I came to understand that the dome was actually designed for pop-ups and not specifically the R-Pod. It doesn't cause any problem on set up and we really love our Dome.]]> Tue, 15 May 2012 07:52:21 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24254#24254 r-pod Axle Riser : We just bought a year old pod... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24251#24251 Author: KayakkrazyUP
Subject: 147
Posted: 14 May 2012 at 11:28pm

We just bought a year old pod 177 with a dome tent. Haven't taken the tent out of the bag yet, but I just ordered axle risers put in today. Now I begin to wonder...will the raised pod make the tent too short so that it doesn't fit well.

Anyone have the tent and risers? What is your experience?

Thanks, Roy]]> Mon, 14 May 2012 23:28:00 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24251#24251 r-pod Axle Riser : The risers for an rPod with a... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24245#24245 Author: HuronSailor
Subject: 147
Posted: 14 May 2012 at 9:13pm

The risers for an rPod with a Lippert axle like mine are 3 1/2".  Apparently some rPods have different axles so they may vary I suppose.]]> Mon, 14 May 2012 21:13:40 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24245#24245 r-pod Axle Riser : Thanks for the info. Today I... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24244#24244 Author: KayakkrazyUP
Subject: 147
Posted: 14 May 2012 at 8:56pm

Thanks for the info. Today I asked the dealer where the pod is getting a toilet repair to put in the axle risers. They said it would raise the frame about 3 inches. Your photos indicate that is about right..?]]> Mon, 14 May 2012 20:56:44 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24244#24244 r-pod Axle Riser : I had to clip one zip tie on each... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24232#24232 Author: techntrek
Subject: 147
Posted: 14 May 2012 at 1:25pm

I had to clip one zip tie on each side to allow the brake wires to lengthen some.  No need to actually extend the wires.  NOTE, I found my brake wires on one side had gotten between the axle and frame and at some point I hit something that took up all of the suspension travel, which pinched the wires completely in half.  I made sure the wires took a slightly different route when I was done adding the risers.

]]> Mon, 14 May 2012 13:25:09 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24232#24232 r-pod Axle Riser : When I did ours last Fall there... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24221#24221 Author: Chuck
Subject: 147
Posted: 14 May 2012 at 11:58am

When I did ours last Fall there was no need to lengthen the brake lines. I think it just a CYA. I love my risers. Not as attractive as I'd like but the hassle free in/out of the driveway and other uneven surfaces is absolutely worth it!]]> Mon, 14 May 2012 11:58:57 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24221#24221 r-pod Axle Riser : In the Riser pdf. instructions,FR... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24220#24220 Author: Panama Red
Subject: 147
Posted: 14 May 2012 at 10:57am

In the Riser pdf. instructions, FR mentions "adding splices if necessary" to the electric brake lines, but nobody on the form has ever mentioned having to "add splices if necessary" to the brake lines !!!!
 
Is this statement by FR, just a CYA, or do you actually have to adjust the brake lines after installing the Riser ???
]]> Mon, 14 May 2012 10:57:34 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=24220#24220 r-pod Axle Riser : Loctite won't be necessary... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=22213#22213 Author: Gerald
Subject: 147
Posted: 08 Feb 2012 at 1:16pm

Loctite won't be necessary as the supplied bolts are self locking.]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:16:15 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=22213#22213 r-pod Axle Riser : i just got the axel risers from... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=22181#22181 Author: rudyunknown
Subject: 147
Posted: 07 Feb 2012 at 4:28pm

i just got the axel risers from Brandon, she wanted the last 4 of the VIN to get me the correct risers. I am handy with tools, will try to install them when i have the rpod on my property in march, i will take some pictures to post them and if i screw up something. I dont have a impact wrench, so i am not sure how long before i can break the factory bolt...i am assuming loctite should go back on the bolt when putting it back together?]]> Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:28:33 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=22181#22181 r-pod Axle Riser : We were at Collier's yesterday... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=22090#22090 Author: tpierce220
Subject: 147
Posted: 05 Feb 2012 at 9:53am

We were at Collier's yesterday to measure the pod for curtains, and they had a 177 parked behind ¡Podtástic!  I took some pictures, too, just so that you can really see the difference between our pod with the riser and the 177 without it.

It's going to make dumping so much easier.  
]]> Sun, 05 Feb 2012 09:53:26 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=22090#22090 r-pod Axle Riser : You need to have the tools to... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=21908#21908 Author: Tidalwave4455
Subject: 147
Posted: 24 Jan 2012 at 6:14pm

You need to have the tools to break loose the factory bolt.  Either an extension for your heavy duty socket wrench or a pneumatic impact wrench (which I used).  I also made sure that I had a hydraulic jack and a couple of jack stands to safely hold the Pod up.  I am not a mechanic...but it only took me about 1/2 hour to install the risers and then a few minutes to put the wheels back on.
Having sturdy enough tools makes all the difference in the world.
]]> Tue, 24 Jan 2012 18:14:29 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=21908#21908 r-pod Axle Riser : My dealer quoted me $100 for the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=21895#21895 Author: Chuck
Subject: 147
Posted: 24 Jan 2012 at 8:03am

My dealer quoted me $100 for the install but I did it myself. The $100 looked like a really good deal after about 2.5 hours on my back with blood running down my sleeve from busted nuckels. But then again I have the satisfaction of having done it myself. That being said, no matter who installs them, they are one of the very best mods I've done.]]> Tue, 24 Jan 2012 08:03:35 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=21895#21895 r-pod Axle Riser : Bill,the risers come from... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=21889#21889 Author: Kickstart
Subject: 147
Posted: 23 Jan 2012 at 9:17pm

Bill,the risers come from Forest River w/diagrams and install info that would make the install pretty straigt forward for anyone that feels comfortable with most shade tree wrenching jobs. If you farm it out, then figure 3/4 to 1 1/2 hours of shop time. I know, but for shoulder surgery, I would have done ours, and I'm no mechanic.
Incidently, the dealer we purchased our Pod from beat your dealer. They would have done the job for $400.  ]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:17:32 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=21889#21889 r-pod Axle Riser : Especially when you can order... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=21884#21884 Author: techntrek
Subject: 147
Posted: 23 Jan 2012 at 7:45pm

Especially when you can order them yourself from FR for less than $100!]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:45:33 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=21884#21884 r-pod Axle Riser : Originally posted by KickstartAs... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=21878#21878 Author: Bill-GA
Subject: 147
Posted: 23 Jan 2012 at 7:00pm

Originally posted by Kickstart

As I remember, our risers were about $80 shipped from the factory. A local indy RV shop installed them for about $120. So, the total with tax was a little over $200. Self installation looked to be pretty easy, and I would have tried it myself except for some physical limitations.
We had peeled off one of the rear stabilizer jacks just pulling into a gas station, and without risers our Pod was too low for many national park sites, let alone much boondocking. The standard Rpods have much less ground clearance than any other trailer we've owned.
I just got a phone quote of $350 Shocked for parts and install of risers from a northern Atlanta dealer ... I think this may be a job I do myself in the spring ...]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:00:34 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=21878#21878 r-pod Axle Riser : Ground clearance = a good... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=21862#21862 Author: Guests
Subject: 147
Posted: 23 Jan 2012 at 8:03am

Ground clearance = a good thing.  They help at some parks also.  At one KOA I stayed at, the sewer connection was sticking up out of the ground higher than the sewer outlet on the Pod.  It's kind of hard to get water to drain uphill. Cry]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2012 08:03:36 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=21862#21862 r-pod Axle Riser : I ordered mine last fall, when... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=21860#21860 Author: dsmiths
Subject: 147
Posted: 22 Jan 2012 at 9:45pm

I ordered mine last fall, when the weather clears and I can get her on level ground I will put them on, or I may take to my shop and let the guys do it and buy em lunch, I like option 2. ]]> Sun, 22 Jan 2012 21:45:27 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=21860#21860 r-pod Axle Riser : Had axel risers installed for... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=21851#21851 Author: melp
Subject: 147
Posted: 22 Jan 2012 at 11:07am

Had axel risers installed for survival of the low hanging sewer connections. What a difference, I now have peace of mind about that issue. worth the $200 for the peace of mind. Would cost a lot more to replace the connections.

MelP]]> Sun, 22 Jan 2012 11:07:18 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=21851#21851 r-pod Axle Riser : As I remember, our risers... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=20050#20050 Author: Kickstart
Subject: 147
Posted: 09 Oct 2011 at 1:23pm

As I remember, our risers were about $80 shipped from the factory. A local indy RV shop installed them for about $120. So, the total with tax was a little over $200. Self installation looked to be pretty easy, and I would have tried it myself except for some physical limitations.
We had peeled off one of the rear stabilizer jacks just pulling into a gas station, and without risers our Pod was too low for many national park sites, let alone much boondocking. The standard Rpods have much less ground clearance than any other trailer we've owned.]]> Sun, 09 Oct 2011 13:23:20 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=20050#20050 r-pod Axle Riser : Originally posted by camper4everWe... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=20049#20049 Author: furpod
Subject: 147
Posted: 09 Oct 2011 at 12:14pm

Originally posted by camper4ever

We took our Pod to the dealer for a few warranty repairs and asked them to install the axle risers.  They would not do it as they said it was not recommended by the manufacturer.  Any suggestions?  We do need them to make it easier to get into out driveway. 


Find another dealer.

They are FACTORY OPTION, listed on about the 6th page of the FACTORY BROCHURE..

STANDARD on the "Hood River Edition"

Buy them straight from F.R. Install them yourself. 8 bolts. Total.

30 minutes tops, need a ratchet wrench/socket and a bottle jack.
]]> Sun, 09 Oct 2011 12:14:18 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=20049#20049 r-pod Axle Riser : I tried to find a previous post... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=20045#20045 Author: sfish
Subject: 147
Posted: 09 Oct 2011 at 9:45am

I tried to find a previous post about the cost of the axel riser kit. Could someone let me know what the approximate cost would be to have them installed. I am worried about the low clearance while bringing it into our lake home. (gravel road). Thanks ]]> Sun, 09 Oct 2011 09:45:09 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=20045#20045 r-pod Axle Riser : The Hood River Edition is supposed... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=20029#20029 Author: TerryM
Subject: 147
Posted: 07 Oct 2011 at 6:35pm

The Hood River Edition is supposed to be an off road version.

Terry
]]> Fri, 07 Oct 2011 18:35:26 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=20029#20029 r-pod Axle Riser : Originally posted by camper4everWe... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=20025#20025 Author: this_is_nascar
Subject: 147
Posted: 07 Oct 2011 at 2:17pm

Originally posted by camper4ever

We took our Pod to the dealer for a few warranty repairs and asked them to install the axle risers.  They would not do it as they said it was not recommended by the manufacturer.  Any suggestions?  We do need them to make it easier to get into out driveway. 
 
Yea, find another dealer.  How stupid of a response from them.
]]> Fri, 07 Oct 2011 14:17:46 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=20025#20025 r-pod Axle Riser : Thanks for the great responses.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=20019#20019 Author: Camper Bob
Subject: 147
Posted: 07 Oct 2011 at 9:50am

Thanks for the great responses.  I guess I didn't make my self too clear.  I will either order the Hood River edition with the 15" wheels or just order the risers and have them installed.  My question is, " Will the larger wheels make any difference?"  I wonder why the factory makes the Hood River edition available, which comes with the larger wheels, lift kit and diamond plate in a few places.  Should I spring for the Hood River Edition which can be about a $1,500 addition, or just add the risers, and forget the larger wheels and tires?

]]> Fri, 07 Oct 2011 09:50:59 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=147&PID=20019#20019