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Topic ClosedCamber - Event Date: 31 Jul 2020
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    Posted: 01 Aug 2020 at 3:03pm
Is it me or does the driver-side wheel/tire on an r-pod 178 have a natural negative camber? I've been thinking maybe the driver-side is heavier due to the kitchen slide out. If this is in fact a problem/issue how can it be corrected? Thanks to all who read this and reply.

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The driver's side (or slide side if you prefer) is heavier than the other side. This will cause the whole trailer to list to the port side (left side to land lubbers); especially when the slide is out. On our 179 (which has a bigger slide out) the amount of lean is not all that much, but it is noticeable.

First check that the tires on both sides are properly inflated, as this will affect the lean somewhat. 

However, there should not be any noticeable camber. The wheels on both sides should be almost parallel to the sides of the Rpod.
 
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Negative camber can be an indication of a bent axle, a not uncommon issue on rpods. To confirm one way or another, run a string line along the bottom of the axle from one side to the other. Measure the gap in the center. It should be around 3/16 inch IIRC. If the axle is flat or the gap is smaller than 1/8 then its bent. There are many threads on this topic, fixes, and reinforcements if you search this forum around 2018 or so. 
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I have a 178, there is NOT a noticeable camber. If you do see that - refer back to the bent axle reference.
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Just an add to check. If the string method seems to check fine, the bend may be on the outbound portion of the axle. Fixes listed for that as well. 

While there, inspect everything. Bearings, shaft wear, frame mount... 
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