Correct Lift Kit for a 2017 Forest River R-Pod

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Lift for 2017 Rpod 179, is this the right one? LC382741

asked by: Burt

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Expert Reply:

The 2017 Forest River R-Pod could use either the Axle Riser Kit - Single Diamond Torsion Axle part # LC270682 or Axle Riser Kit - Single Square Torsion Axle part # LC382741. It all comes down to what was installed at the factory which could have been either. Unfortunately, we don't have a way to look up exactly what you have so you'd need to physically check for yourself whether you have a diamond or square axle.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

I do not recommend using a leaf spring spacer (lift block) on your trailer. The reason for this is because they can cause the trailer to become extremely bouncy and rough which is just going to put more stress on your suspension and wear out the…

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Answer 2

From my understanding all of the Forest River R-Pod trailers, like your 2020.5 195, use Lippert torsion axles. That means all you have to do is use one of their 3-1/2" lift kits to gain some more ground clearance for your trailer body (keep in…

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Answer 3

The #84 E-Z Lube Spindle #TRU74FR is the same size spindle uses on your Lippert Torsion Axle. The stub is 1-3/4" diameter and 4-1/4" long. You will need to compare this to the size used on your 2021 Forest River R-Pod 196 to determine if…

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Answer 4

The correct lift kit to use on your Forest River R-Pod Trailer will depend on the year. If you have a post 2014 then you will need to use the Axle Riser Kit part #LC382741 for square shaped axles or part #LC270682 for diamond shaped axles as Forest…

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Answer 5

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 6

Increasing the tire and wheel size can increase the height of the trailer but it's usually quite minimal. Before you do anything else you should see if the pin box can be adjusted. Although you have to be careful here since This will lower the…

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Answer 7

To find the load capacity for your axle you should look on the trailer VIN plate or sticker that lists the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that…

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