R-pod Owners Forum : Rpod 190 fender installation http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : Rpod 190 fender installation Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 01 May 2026 14:48:24 +0000 Tue, 26 Oct 2021 08:44:59 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=14994 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Rpod 190 fender installation : TNC_VOL is also using self tappets,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14994&PID=145785#145785 Author: offgrid
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Posted: 26 Oct 2021 at 8:44am

TNC_VOL is also using self tappets, see original post. ]]> Tue, 26 Oct 2021 08:44:59 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14994&PID=145785#145785 Rpod 190 fender installation : TheBum,I agree, adhesive only... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14994&PID=145780#145780 Author: TNC_VOL
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Posted: 25 Oct 2021 at 9:51pm

TheBum,

I agree, adhesive only would have been a concern as well. I used stainless steel self tapping screws plus the adhesive. I'm pleased with the results and after a trip to Mt. Nebo State Park in Arkansas the fender held up well. Thanks for your comments.
]]> Mon, 25 Oct 2021 21:51:13 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14994&PID=145780#145780 Rpod 190 fender installation : If the adhesive is all you're... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14994&PID=145719#145719 Author: TheBum
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Posted: 21 Oct 2021 at 1:55pm

If the adhesive is all you're using to hold it on, I'd be concerned about the paint peeling loose when the fender was stressed, breaking the bond with the trailer.]]> Thu, 21 Oct 2021 13:55:32 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14994&PID=145719#145719 Rpod 190 fender installation : Good luck! . http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14994&PID=145713#145713 Author: offgrid
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Posted: 21 Oct 2021 at 10:50am

Good luck! .]]> Thu, 21 Oct 2021 10:50:13 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14994&PID=145713#145713 Rpod 190 fender installation : offgrid,Thanks for the suggestions... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14994&PID=145710#145710 Author: TNC_VOL
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Posted: 21 Oct 2021 at 8:17am

offgrid,
Thanks for the suggestions to use the 3M 5200 sealant. I pulled the fender off yesterday, raised it again about a 1/3" and used the 3M product rather than double sided foam tape. It looks and feels more secure now. Headed off for a 3 night trip to Mt. Nebo State Park in AR, let's hope this repair "sticks" this time. 
]]> Thu, 21 Oct 2021 08:17:59 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14994&PID=145710#145710 Rpod 190 fender installation : I think you're using the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14994&PID=145696#145696 Author: offgrid
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Posted: 19 Oct 2021 at 12:49pm

I think you're using the standard fender mounting approach. Be sure to clean everything really well and use a lot of pressure when using the pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) tapes. If you don't the adhesive won't kick and the fender will come loose. If you can't get enough pressure then use a different adhesive. Something like 3M 5200 is flexible and water resistant but adheres well to most things.

It sounds like you also need a lift kit on your rpod axle. They add about 3.5 inches of height which should provide enough clearance. ]]> Tue, 19 Oct 2021 12:49:26 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14994&PID=145696#145696 Rpod 190 fender installation : Our 2018 Rpod 190 had the fender... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14994&PID=145695#145695 Author: TNC_VOL
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Posted: 19 Oct 2021 at 11:07am

Our 2018 Rpod 190 had the fender break loose after hitting uneven pavement. I reinstalled the fender after filling the original screw holes in the fiberglass. It is now ~1/2" higher with new stainless steel self tapping screws and double sided adhesive tape between the fender and the the Rpod body. So, the next trip out the fender gets bumped again by the tire and I lost about 4 of the screws (see photo). Any suggestions on how to better mount the fender back on the Rpod?
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