4:20 pm

June 25, 2016

I added a custom lift onto my 181b, it should be the same for any of the other models 177SE etc.
The newer Riverside Retros have a small factory lift installed we cut that out and beefed up the steel and then attached additional 3″ lift to that. So far the lift has been great I can drive on dirt rocky roads now and not having to worry about breaking things underneath my trailer(My sewage pipes hang really low). I can easily upgrade to a larger tire now. I also have lifted SUV and getting a hitch with a long enough drop proved to be a problem but not any more!
2:54 am

March 3, 2017

Kristopher,
This is awesome! How labor intensive is this type of project? Is this a DIY type of thing or something better left to the pro?
I am a handy guy but have very little experience with welding though I have friends that do.
We are picking our trailer up on April 10th. Do you think this is something the dealer could pull off in that time span? I may throw it out to them and see what they have to say.
Thanks for any advice?
A.J.
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June 25, 2016

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10:34 am

April 17, 2018

I see you’ve had this custom lift kit on your trailer for 2 years now. Any problem with the welds holding/breaking? Any updated info on this procedure I would need to know about? I am trying to get some lift on my Whitewater 166 and I believe the factory offers a 3″ lift kit but think that isn’t going to do the trick so now I am looking at custom lift techniques. Thanks.
10:41 am

April 17, 2018

I see you have had your custom lift kit on for 2 years now. Has there been any problems with the welds holding or breaking? I have a Riverside Whitewater 166 that the factory offers a 3″ lift kit but I don’t think that is going to do the trick and am looking at custom lift techniques. Any info or updates on yours would be appreciated! Thanks.
1:22 pm

January 7, 2019

Can a lift like this Torflex kit be bolted on?
I have a 2018 177se
https://www.etrailer.com/Accessories-and-Parts/Dexter-Axle/K71-707-01.html
4:40 pm

June 25, 2016

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March 1, 2017

8:13 am

June 6, 2019

I have a 2019 179 SE with the 2″ stock tube welded above the axle. I have damaged the lower side panels from bottoming out also. I am really surprised none of the plumbing has been damaged. Going to get at least an additional 2″. Hoping Riverside will agree and help with the cost. Will try to post pic
P.S.
With additional height I will want a 2 step entry step. I have measured the width of the single step on my trailer and can not find a double step the same width. Does anyone have a suggestion or link to the step you have used?
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