R-pod Owners Forum : One axle compared to Two axles https://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Reviews and General Information : One axle compared to Two axles Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 28 Aug 2026 01:55:05 +0000 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 19:17:48 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 https://www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=5835 R-pod Owners Forum https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.rpod-owners.com/ One axle compared to Two axles : Twice the maintenance and expenses.... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5835&PID=56884#56884 Author: J&Jcf
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Posted: 18 Feb 2015 at 7:17pm

Twice the maintenance and expenses. They are needed on heavier trailers for weight distribution. I would not drive to far if one goes because you will have two flat tires. One tire can not handle all the additional weight for very long. I had a 27 ft. Quad tire at a light weight of 5000 lbs.It towed excellent for its size but it was definitely a harder tow. I had weight distribution and sway system which added hitch work and time. Pulled with f150 rated at 10,000 lbs tow rate.

I still use same TV to pull my 171 rpod. No weight distribution & sway system needed. I would definitely use WD & S system with any light & smaller TV. My tow now is less stressful and much easier. Not as much planning for stops or merging in congested traffic. I towed/tow at poster speed limits with both trailers. As for backing up I found the quad easier ,but I have not had as much practice with the pod yet.]]> Wed, 18 Feb 2015 19:17:48 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5835&PID=56884#56884 One axle compared to Two axles : A tandem axle trailer will react... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5835&PID=56842#56842 Author: Goose
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Posted: 18 Feb 2015 at 12:04am

A tandem axle trailer will react more slowly while backing than a single axle will. Also the farther back the axles are as in a longer trailer, the slower it will react going in reverse.
For those that travel a lot of miles every year (5,000 or more) tire wear will be more noticeable due to tire scuffing as the trailer turn, one axle will follow as the other leads. Tight turns can also put a lot of strain on the rims.   Goose]]> Wed, 18 Feb 2015 00:04:44 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5835&PID=56842#56842 One axle compared to Two axles : I've noticed more difficult... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5835&PID=56799#56799 Author: techntrek
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Posted: 17 Feb 2015 at 12:48pm

I've noticed more difficult backing with our Salem, but I chalk that up to the longer distance between tires and hitch and not that it is dual-axle.]]> Tue, 17 Feb 2015 12:48:54 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5835&PID=56799#56799 One axle compared to Two axles : OK, David. I'll give a brief... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5835&PID=56796#56796 Author: CharlieM
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Posted: 17 Feb 2015 at 12:33pm

OK, David. I'll give a brief synopsis from my research and experience.

Two axle pros:
  1. Better longitudinal stability
  2. Much better outcome if one tire blows
  3. Lots easier to install a spare on the road
  4. Easier to obtain higher GVWR. You should know from your Vibe experience
  5. Somewhat better sway and bounce resistance
  6. Peace of mind while traveling

Two axle cons:

  1. Added weight - several hundred pounds for second axle/tires
  2. Added initial cost to trailer
  3. Double the tire and bearing maintenance costs
  4. Some say backing is more difficult. Maybe if you're maneuvering by hand. I've not observed this.
  5. Some say added tire wear due to sliding motion. Trailer tires usually age out before they wear out
  6. Maybe some MPG decrease due to more friction - 0.00001%.

My true feelings are left as an exercise for the student Wink

]]> Tue, 17 Feb 2015 12:33:46 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5835&PID=56796#56796 One axle compared to Two axles : For those who have owned and have... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5835&PID=56790#56790 Author: David and Danette
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Posted: 17 Feb 2015 at 10:24am

   For those who have owned and have had experienced with trailers with one axle and two axles I was wanting to know what the pros and cons are between the two in towing and maintaining? I have at times considered a two axle camper but have only owned a camper with one axle.]]> Tue, 17 Feb 2015 10:24:50 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5835&PID=56790#56790