R-pod Owners Forum : Ground Clearance?? http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : Ground Clearance?? Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 01 May 2026 15:57:29 +0000 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 12:56:22 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=1902 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Ground Clearance?? : TechntrekThanks for the "posting"... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17616#17616 Author: IrishPod
Subject: 1902
Posted: 14 Jul 2011 at 12:56pm

Techntrek

Thanks for the "posting" repair.  I wrote it in "word", and copied and pasted to forum. Must have clicked something wrong!

As to the stabilizers.....when I do something, I do it big.  I bent both rear stabilizers! And, I'm not a crazy driver!  The land where I park my Pod is not paved and grassy so it has greater variations in slope.  And, the gravel driveway leading to the land is also a bit pitted.
 I'm thankful the forum introduced me to the risers! Easy fix!!!
]]> Thu, 14 Jul 2011 12:56:22 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17616#17616 Ground Clearance?? : Well, I called the dealer and... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17581#17581 Author: Hodge-PODge
Subject: 1902
Posted: 14 Jul 2011 at 7:13am

Well, I called the dealer and asked for a quote for parts and labor for installing the risers.  After everything I've read here on the forum I think it will be worth it to get them.  I also asked for a quote for installing a window in the door.]]> Thu, 14 Jul 2011 07:13:11 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17581#17581 Ground Clearance?? : IrishPod - I sort-of fixed your... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17574#17574 Author: techntrek
Subject: 1902
Posted: 13 Jul 2011 at 11:34pm

IrishPod - I sort-of fixed your post.  Not perfect but better.

I bent one of my two rear stabs before I got the risers.  I bent it back but it still isn't right.

]]> Wed, 13 Jul 2011 23:34:59 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17574#17574 Ground Clearance?? : Chuck, can't see that raising... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17533#17533 Author: Podsible Dream
Subject: 1902
Posted: 13 Jul 2011 at 5:36pm

Chuck, can't see that raising the couple of inches with larger tires (and wheels to accommodate them) is much different than the 3.5-4 inches for the risers. The difference in wind profile isn't really that much - we drove ours home against the wind without risers when we bought it and against the wind on a couple of trips with them now without any difference in handling. Besides $75 for the risers and $150 for the install is less than $100 a piece for tires, $40-50 for wheels, (remember -you would need to buy three)and then worrying about how often to redo the bearings with the larger wheels. ]]> Wed, 13 Jul 2011 17:36:08 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17533#17533 Ground Clearance?? : Originally posted by duck42,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17519#17519 Author: Chuck
Subject: 1902
Posted: 13 Jul 2011 at 11:02am

Originally posted by duck42

, would simply replacing the current 14" tires with 16 inch tires solve the problem and would there be enough room in the wheel well?


I love this question. I don't want to do risers for a bunch of reasons but could this be the alternative? Right now I'm using ramps that I made by laminating 3 pieces of diminishing length from 1X6 wood. Kind of like upside down pyramids. It works for the home driveway but I don't like taking them with me. Two more things to take up precious storage space. So far the driveway has been the only place that I've needed them but you never know.]]> Wed, 13 Jul 2011 11:02:02 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17519#17519 Ground Clearance?? : I have a 171 and am also puzzled... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17516#17516 Author: duck42
Subject: 1902
Posted: 13 Jul 2011 at 10:47am

I have a 171 and am also puzzled as to why Forest River built in so little ground clearance. Even emptying the black and grey water tanks is an "uphill" battle at many dump stations.  4" risers seem like more than what would be "enough." With an additional 4" I am concerned about sideways wind resistance stability in storms and on the highway- just an additional 1-2" clearance would be a big improvement. Someone mentioned tires, would simply replacing the current 14" tires with 16 inch tires solve the problem and would there be enough room in the wheel well?



]]> Wed, 13 Jul 2011 10:47:43 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17516#17516 Ground Clearance?? : PS: I don't know how my post... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17508#17508 Author: IrishPod
Subject: 1902
Posted: 13 Jul 2011 at 8:50am

PS: I don't know how my post above came out in font color blue!  Sorry.]]> Wed, 13 Jul 2011 08:50:55 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17508#17508 Ground Clearance?? : Techntrek: Thanks for the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17507#17507 Author: IrishPod
Subject: 1902
Posted: 13 Jul 2011 at 8:49am

 

Techntrek:   Thanks for the welcome!

Brin:  I didn’t know Shenandoah Park now has RVcamping.  Good info. Thanks. As far asother campgrounds are concerned, I have not taken the Pod anywhere yet becauseI became too chicken to drive it until risers are added.

I did justvisit a new campground (for RV's too) in Luray, Va. named “Outlanders” located right on the Shenandoahriver. My daughter was tent camping there and I was able to day visit and tubedown the river which was nice. I didn’t notice hiking trails. (They might have been there, thou) Thegrounds were well groomed and facilities very clean.  

I’ve alsodaytripped to Endless Caverns RV Resort which does have hiking plus a “cave”.  Most important to me thou, was the very nicewooded RV sites with beautiful mountain views.

Hope tohave the Pod up and running by August!!

  

 Hodge:  Ibent my two rear stabilizers and I am having the risers installed. While this wasn't a good start to my Podding experience, I am not at all deterred!  

From everything I’ve read here, the risers are a verygood option!  I didn’t want to have toworry about the variations of terrain at various campgrounds. The extra clearance will giveme peace of mind. Well worth it!!!

Nina

]]> Wed, 13 Jul 2011 08:49:32 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17507#17507 Ground Clearance?? : I didn't, but I can see how... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17504#17504 Author: FISHTAIL
Subject: 1902
Posted: 13 Jul 2011 at 8:23am

I didn't, but I can see how dragging them would fatigue the bolts over time, or possibly bend one of the jacks.]]> Wed, 13 Jul 2011 08:23:10 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17504#17504 Ground Clearance?? : Just curious if anyone who has... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17478#17478 Author: Hodge-PODge
Subject: 1902
Posted: 12 Jul 2011 at 10:30pm

Just curious if anyone who has dragged their rear stabilizers has seriously damaged them.  My son assured me when coming up my Mom's driveway, "Don't worry, Mom, you're just sanding them on the pavement."  But how much sanding can you do before you seriously bend or break something?  I believe I should order the risers.]]> Tue, 12 Jul 2011 22:30:37 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17478#17478 Ground Clearance?? : Been there. I drug the back of... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17473#17473 Author: FISHTAIL
Subject: 1902
Posted: 12 Jul 2011 at 10:19pm

Been there.  I drug the back of mine on the ground leaving a gas station in Breezewood PA (The Exxon for those that have been there), after which I decided risers were in order.]]> Tue, 12 Jul 2011 22:19:17 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17473#17473 Ground Clearance?? : Welcome, IrishPod! http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17471#17471 Author: techntrek
Subject: 1902
Posted: 12 Jul 2011 at 10:11pm

Welcome, IrishPod!]]> Tue, 12 Jul 2011 22:11:34 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17471#17471 Ground Clearance?? : We had the same problem with our... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17465#17465 Author: Brin
Subject: 1902
Posted: 12 Jul 2011 at 8:33pm

We had the same problem with our driveway and added the risers very soon after bringing it home.  
Do you have any great camping spots that you like in the area?   We found that Shenandoah River State Park now has rv camping and of course, Big Meadows.     Will be in Canaan Valley State Park  in WV in August.   If you know any good places in the 2 to 3 hour drive area that has good hiking, let me know. 
]]> Tue, 12 Jul 2011 20:33:29 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17465#17465 Ground Clearance?? : Hey Brin,Yes, a local Virginian... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17463#17463 Author: IrishPod
Subject: 1902
Posted: 12 Jul 2011 at 8:30pm

Hey Brin,

Yes, a local Virginian here and not far from you folks at all!!! 

 I'm a very new owner of a 2010 175. (my first camping trailer)

 Once I get the little complication of the risers out of the way, I'm ready to have some camping adventures.

In the first week of ownership, I kind of bumped the rear stabilizers as I went up a driveway......hence, the necessity of the riser/lift kit solution.

I'm reading everything possible on this forum so I know what the heck I'm doing!

Thanks to all...

Nina
]]> Tue, 12 Jul 2011 20:30:16 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17463#17463 Ground Clearance?? : At Irish Pod, another Virginian.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17455#17455 Author: Brin
Subject: 1902
Posted: 12 Jul 2011 at 6:21pm

At Irish Pod, another Virginian.  Yeah.   We are outside Manassas.]]> Tue, 12 Jul 2011 18:21:12 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17455#17455 Ground Clearance?? : Ah, yeah that would make it... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17446#17446 Author: FISHTAIL
Subject: 1902
Posted: 12 Jul 2011 at 1:16pm

Ah, yeah that would make it a hassle, the drive to NoVA isn't bad, my wife does it daily (she works in Tysons), but having to drive west and come back east doesn't make any sense at all.  But your welcome..sorry I couldn't help out.

Interesting idea storing the pod near where you'll use it though..
]]> Tue, 12 Jul 2011 13:16:57 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17446#17446 Ground Clearance?? : Hi "Fishtail",Thank-you... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17445#17445 Author: IrishPod
Subject: 1902
Posted: 12 Jul 2011 at 1:01pm

Hi "Fishtail",

 Thank-you for that extremely kind offer but, although I am located in Northern VA, my Pod is stored 90 miles west in the mountains.  It makes it difficult for some of these repairs and things.

Again, Thanks!


 


]]> Tue, 12 Jul 2011 13:01:39 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17445#17445 Ground Clearance?? : Well...mine may have been... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17441#17441 Author: FISHTAIL
Subject: 1902
Posted: 12 Jul 2011 at 12:08pm

Well...mine may have been there, I dunno.  lol.  I tossed the box almost immediately, as usually all that's in there is a receipt of some kind.  Most folks put the instructions inside the box.  Anyway, where in VA are you?  The install is VERY easy, I could do it for you in probably an hour or so.  And I could probably do it this weekend without issue.]]> Tue, 12 Jul 2011 12:08:56 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17441#17441 Ground Clearance?? : Hi Fishtail..I found the instructions... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17440#17440 Author: IrishPod
Subject: 1902
Posted: 12 Jul 2011 at 11:42am

Hi Fishtail..

I found the instructions behind the address mailing label affixed to the top of the shipping box. Since I know absolutely nothing about mechanics,  I plan to drive the RPod to the nearest Camping Service Center, drop off the "Risers" and instructions and wish them all luck!
 
Please know, this is the fist time in my life I've ever ordered a "part" for a vehicle of anykind!!! Therefore, I examined the box containing risers as though it was a shipment from outerspace!


]]> Tue, 12 Jul 2011 11:42:16 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17440#17440 Ground Clearance?? : Yours came with instructions?... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17436#17436 Author: FISHTAIL
Subject: 1902
Posted: 12 Jul 2011 at 11:12am

Yours came with instructions?  Nice...mine didn't.  They are easy to install though.

Edit:
After reading the instructions you posted, I'll update my DIY with the torque specs for the risers...thanks!
]]> Tue, 12 Jul 2011 11:12:52 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17436#17436 Ground Clearance?? : Hi All! This is my first post!... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17431#17431 Author: IrishPod
Subject: 1902
Posted: 12 Jul 2011 at 10:07am

Hi All!  This is my first post! I had a problem with ground clearance driving my- new to me- R Pod 175, 2010 and am grateful I found this forum and learned of the riser solution! Thank you to all!

I just received risers from Forest River and thought pictures of them might help others as they seek to make modifications. 

Hopefully, I'll soon be camping!






]]> Tue, 12 Jul 2011 10:07:38 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17431#17431 Ground Clearance?? : How cool is that. I will have... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17338#17338 Author: Tri-Pod
Subject: 1902
Posted: 08 Jul 2011 at 3:55pm

How cool is that. I will have to get one so I can take Tri-Pod for a walk. Clark ]]> Fri, 08 Jul 2011 15:55:13 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17338#17338 Ground Clearance?? : We got the same dolly from... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17315#17315 Author: Bridge707
Subject: 1902
Posted: 07 Jul 2011 at 7:44pm

We got the same dolly from Tractor Supply and I think it was around $70.00 plus tax.]]> Thu, 07 Jul 2011 19:44:00 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17315#17315 Ground Clearance?? : Clark, Here are a couple of pictures.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17305#17305 Author: Podsible Dream
Subject: 1902
Posted: 07 Jul 2011 at 2:34pm

Clark,
Here are a couple of pictures. This one is from Overton's, www.overtons.com.   Heavy-Duty Trailer Dolly #74902. Cost was 119.99 plus $15. for shipping. Assembled easily with about 6 bolts.




I can put my shoulder into the pod and one of the girls (DW) steers it into position. Walt
]]> Thu, 07 Jul 2011 14:34:35 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17305#17305 Ground Clearance?? : Chris and Walter, can you post... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17283#17283 Author: Tri-Pod
Subject: 1902
Posted: 06 Jul 2011 at 11:25am

Chris and Walter, can you post a picture of the dolly. I would love to see how that looks. I haven't had any problem so far with the low clearance, but am thinking that I will add the risers, better safe than sorry. Clark ]]> Wed, 06 Jul 2011 11:25:45 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17283#17283 Ground Clearance?? : We have had the same issue in... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17267#17267 Author: Caverkim
Subject: 1902
Posted: 05 Jul 2011 at 9:33pm

We have had the same issue in our driveway, we have been pulling through our yard at this one precise spot!  We just recently (this past week) got the axle risers and so I hope this solves the problem!  For some reason it always makes me nervous pulling in and out through the yard.  ]]> Tue, 05 Jul 2011 21:33:14 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17267#17267 Ground Clearance?? : Originally posted by kymooses Our... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17256#17256 Author: 2Peas-n-Rpod
Subject: 1902
Posted: 05 Jul 2011 at 8:00pm

Originally posted by kymooses

Our 2011 came with risers, but our dealer installs them standard on the Pods they sell.  They remarked to me that so often before their customers came back in later wanting them that it was more cost efficient to have the riserts installed before the sell them.
 
Perhaps other dealers are doing this standard now.

Every one of the R-Pods on our dealer's lot had the risers on them. All were Hood River Editions.
]]> Tue, 05 Jul 2011 20:00:23 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17256#17256 Ground Clearance?? : Originally posted by ChuckI've... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17253#17253 Author: ToddsPod
Subject: 1902
Posted: 05 Jul 2011 at 5:20pm

Originally posted by Chuck

I've had to resort to building homemade wood ramps out of 1X8 boards since I can't get in or out of my driveway without scraping the stabilizers. I just talked to my dealer about installing risers and wow, $326 parts and labor. I love my dealer and have no doubt it's a fair price for them to do it but it ain't gonna happen. (Besides I'd rather spend the $ on the R-Dome I plan on picking up from them this week.) It sounds like there are other alternatives according to prior posts. It that the case and where/how do I go about it?
 
Look no further than our own forum:
http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1920&PID=17229#17229
was just posted by FISHTAIL and gives instructions on installation of the risers. From what I've heard it's not a difficult job, and I plan on doing it myself, as well. Like you I scrape my stabilizers when backing into the slightly sloped driveway. I sure was grateful for that slope when Ike dumped buckets on us, but we haven't had that problem in the last 10 months (the rain, that is).
 
For ordering information:
https://www.forestriveraccessories.com/t-contact.aspx
call or send an email.
]]> Tue, 05 Jul 2011 17:20:11 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17253#17253 Ground Clearance?? : I've had to resort to building... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17243#17243 Author: Chuck
Subject: 1902
Posted: 05 Jul 2011 at 12:38pm

I've had to resort to building homemade wood ramps out of 1X8 boards since I can't get in or out of my driveway without scraping the stabilizers. I just talked to my dealer about installing risers and wow, $326 parts and labor. I love my dealer and have no doubt it's a fair price for them to do it but it ain't gonna happen. (Besides I'd rather spend the $ on the R-Dome I plan on picking up from them this week.) It sounds like there are other alternatives according to prior posts. It that the case and where/how do I go about it?]]> Tue, 05 Jul 2011 12:38:07 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17243#17243 Ground Clearance?? : Our 2011 came with risers,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17240#17240 Author: kymooses
Subject: 1902
Posted: 05 Jul 2011 at 10:31am

Our 2011 came with risers, but our dealer installs them standard on the Pods they sell.  They remarked to me that so often before their customers came back in later wanting them that it was more cost efficient to have the riserts installed before the sell them.
 
Perhaps other dealers are doing this standard now.
]]> Tue, 05 Jul 2011 10:31:35 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1902&PID=17240#17240