When your Venture slide-out actuator rod is bent, stripped, or worn, this is the direct OEM-spec replacement. Lippert part 157488 is a 3/4-10 threaded steel rod measuring 10.5 inches in length -- engineered to restore full slide-out function without guesswork or machining. Keep your rig road-ready with a genuine Lippert replacement part.
Lippert Venture electric actuators are found across a wide range of RV brands and floor plans. Over time, the actuator rod can suffer from thread wear, corrosion, or physical damage -- particularly in rigs that see frequent slide cycling or exposure to road grime. Rather than replacing the entire actuator assembly, swapping the rod is a targeted fix that saves time and cost.
Part number 157488 is Lippert's standard-length actuator rod, built to the same thread specification and length as the original. The 3/4-10 thread pitch is a coarse-thread standard that mates directly with the actuator drive nut, providing strong engagement and resistance to back-driving under load.
3/4-10 coarse thread matches Venture actuator drive nut precisely -- no rethreading or adapters needed.
10.5 inches of usable threaded rod length, matching the original Lippert standard-length actuator configuration.
Engineered as a bolt-in replacement for Lippert Venture actuator assemblies -- restore function without replacing the whole unit.
Sourced directly from Lippert Components -- the same manufacturer that built the actuator in your RV from the factory.
Lippert's Venture slide-out system uses an electric linear actuator to extend and retract the slide room. The actuator rod is the threaded shaft that transfers motor torque into linear movement, pushing and pulling the slide room via a drive block or nut assembly. When this rod is damaged, the actuator loses the mechanical advantage needed to move the room reliably.
Common symptoms of a worn or damaged rod include: grinding or skipping during slide operation, a slide room that moves unevenly or stops short, visible thread damage or corrosion on the rod shaft, or play between the rod and drive nut.
Replacing only the rod restores actuator function when the motor, gearbox, and drive nut are still in good condition. Inspect the drive nut threads and actuator body before ordering to confirm the rod is the failed component.
Rod replacement on a Venture actuator typically involves retracting the slide fully, disconnecting power to the actuator, removing the actuator from its mounting brackets, and unthreading the old rod from the drive nut. The new rod threads in to the same position. Always verify slide travel and alignment after installation before operating the slide under load.
Lippert offers actuator rods in more than one length. This listing is for the standard configuration at 10.5 inches. If your slide room requires a longer travel range, verify the rod length against your existing part before ordering. The rod length determines maximum slide extension travel.
Not all Lippert slide actuators use the same rod specification. Verify that your Venture actuator is configured for the standard-length rod by checking your existing part or the actuator model number before purchase.
After installation, apply a light coat of white lithium grease or dry-film PTFE lubricant to the rod threads. Regular lubrication extends thread life and reduces wear on the drive nut -- especially important in dusty or high-humidity environments.