https://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : I need HELP!!! : 2021 Rpod 192: 3rd AXLE!!! Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sat, 29 Aug 2026 04:30:59 +0000 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:52:39 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 https://www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=16468 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.rpod-owners.com/ https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16468&PID=155629#155629 Author: gpokluda
Subject: 16468
Posted: 13 Jul 2026 at 10:52am

The cantilever situation is an issue, but unique to the the Rpod and similar campers. In tandem axle campers with torsion axles, the spindles are prone to bending when subjected to tight turns and one of the wheels is "dragged", and impact with road hazard. Torsion axles are not nearly as durable as a straight axle on leaf springs.]]> Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:52:39 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16468&PID=155629#155629 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16468&PID=155628#155628 Author: GlueGuy
Subject: 16468
Posted: 13 Jul 2026 at 10:11am

It's not the torsion axle that causes the problem. It's the almost 12" cantilever from the frame support to the wheel. If the frame had an outrigger or something to support that was closer to the wheels, then this would not be such an issue.]]> Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:11:04 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16468&PID=155628#155628 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16468&PID=155627#155627 Author: gpokluda
Subject: 16468
Posted: 13 Jul 2026 at 7:11am

Welcome to the world of the torsion axle. Not sure if Rpods still come with Lippert axles or if they switched to Dexter, but it doesn't matter. I have two Dexter, 3500lb Torflex axles on my Escape fiberglass trailer and have already replaced both. Keep your tire pressure on the higher end of recommended to reduce drag on the axle spindle during turns. It's going to be hard to find something without this style of axle. ]]> Mon, 13 Jul 2026 07:11:55 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16468&PID=155627#155627 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16468&PID=155626#155626 Author: KirkH
Subject: 16468
Posted: 12 Jul 2026 at 4:55pm

Checked the wheel alignment after a recent trip. Top of the passenger side wheel toed in. Bent axle for the 3rd time. This time and the first time, I don’t even remember hitting anything that would cause a bent axle. This is ridiculous. Probably time for something different…]]> Sun, 12 Jul 2026 16:55:50 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16468&PID=155626#155626