Recommended Lift Kit for Lippert Torsion Axle on 2012 Forest River R-Pod 172

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2012 RP172 with lippert axle. I need a lift kit.

asked by: Ernie B

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Expert Reply:

I have a solution for you, but the # K71-723-01 is designed for Dexter torsion axles and will not fit a Lippert torsion axle, so it's not going to be the correct fit.

From what I was able to find out from some research, the 2012 Forest River R-Pod 172 has a capacity of around 3200-lbs, so it's most likely that you've got a 3500-lbs axle. For that reason, you'll want to either use part # LC270682 if you have a diamond torsion axle, or part # LC382741 if you have a square torsion axle. These provide you with a 3-1/2" lift and are for single axle applications and are rated for 3,500 lbs.

I do recommend verifying the capacity and the shape in order to choose the correct one; you'll want to check the spec sticker/plate on the center of the axle to make sure. If you find that you've got something different on your R-Pod, just let me know and I can help you locate the correct parts.

expert reply by: Erik B

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Answer 1

Yes, for your side-mounted Torflex axles the Torflex Lift Kit #K71-723-01 is the correct item. You will need two of these as you noted. These are not compatible with top-mounted torsion axles.

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Answer 2

Thank you for the pictures! I reached out to my contact at Dexter Axle who was able to confirm that you have #11 Torflex axles so the correct lift kit is part #K71-724-02. Since yours has top mounting holes you also need the bracket kit #DX57FR for…

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Answer 3

The correct axle riser kit for your Lippert Torsion Axle is the part #LC382741. I confirmed with my contact at Lippert that the spacing for the mounting will match up and it is compatible with your mounting holes being on the top.

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Answer 4

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