In Arizona but not for long / Newbie

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   Hello, name's Tim and I'm currently living and working in Phoenix, AZ.  I'll be age 62 this year and retiring soon after.  I've been looking at A-frames, other TT's but I keep getting drawn back to r-Pods. I'm single and leaning towards the 178 with the u-dinette. I like the livability of that set-up because I'm strongly drawn to the Pacific Northwest, especially Oregon, so in inclement weather, I'll be comfortably kicking back 'on the sofa!  I've got a 1/2 ton GMC Sierra Ext Cab w/towing package. Truck only gets 17 mpg in the city now, so I do have concerns about how far this will drop when towing.  Plan (maybe) on keeping my house in Phoenix as a place to come back to, but also plan to travel whenever and wherever I feel like. I read an article recently about old dogs like me (children of the seventies) who, as a hobby, travel the country to see musicians (concerts) they like.  Thought of a VW bus (also from the seventies) but they cost more than an r-Pod!  Anyway, thanks for adding me to the forum. I'm sure I'll learn a lot from you all. If you have a HRE or lifted r-Pod 178 for sale please let me know. I realize I'm going to most likely travel out of state to get one - maybe you're in Oregon! Righteous. Safe Travels. 

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tkenjack Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 13 May 2017 Location: Phoenix, AZ Online Status: Offline Posts: 1	Topic: In Arizona but not for long / Newbie Posted: 13 May 2017 at 10:59pm
	Hello, name's Tim and I'm currently living and working in Phoenix, AZ. I'll be age 62 this year and retiring soon after. I've been looking at A-frames, other TT's but I keep getting drawn back to r-Pods. I'm single and leaning towards the 178 with the u-dinette. I like the livability of that set-up because I'm strongly drawn to the Pacific Northwest, especially Oregon, so in inclement weather, I'll be comfortably kicking back 'on the sofa! I've got a 1/2 ton GMC Sierra Ext Cab w/towing package. Truck only gets 17 mpg in the city now, so I do have concerns about how far this will drop when towing. Plan (maybe) on keeping my house in Phoenix as a place to come back to, but also plan to travel whenever and wherever I feel like. I read an article recently about old dogs like me (children of the seventies) who, as a hobby, travel the country to see musicians (concerts) they like. Thought of a VW bus (also from the seventies) but they cost more than an r-Pod! Anyway, thanks for adding me to the forum. I'm sure I'll learn a lot from you all. If you have a HRE or lifted r-Pod 178 for sale please let me know. I realize I'm going to most likely travel out of state to get one - maybe you're in Oregon! Righteous. Safe Travels.
	tkenjack

jato Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 23 Feb 2012 Location: Kewadin, MI Online Status: Offline Posts: 3336	Posted: 14 May 2017 at 5:34am
	Welcome. Keep an eye open in the campers flea market under the general camping tab of this site. I just checked, no 178's for sale but maybe in the future. If the 178 were available when I purchased my 177 back in January 2011, that would have been my pick. However the 177 suits me just fine. Best wishes in finding the pod of your choice, As far as mileage, most everyone, regardless of type, flavor, or vehicle get 12 to 14 mpg towing the pod. The diesel will get slightly better, but then as a couple of individuals have stated, when towing a pod, you don't worry about mileage, enjoy the journey, God's creation, and the people you meet along the way.
	God's pod '11 model 177 '17 Ford F-150 4WD 3.5 Ecoboost Jim and Diane by beautiful Torch Lake "...and you will know the Truth and the Truth will set you free."

Leo B Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 13 Jan 2012 Location: Lyndonville, VT Online Status: Offline Posts: 4518	Posted: 14 May 2017 at 6:54am
	Welcome to the group!
	Leo & Melissa Bachand 2017 Ford F150 2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk Previously owned 2015 Rpod 179 2010 Rpod 171

birderdiane526 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 08 May 2016 Location: Texas Online Status: Offline Posts: 320	Posted: 14 May 2017 at 12:43pm
	Hi Tim and welcome! Hope you find your 178 soon! Your plans sound great! We full-time in our POD 179 and love the lifestyle! Happy trails to you!
	Diane and Michael 2016 179 "PIP" (PODDING IN PARADISE) 2007 Toyota Tundra BLOG:Podding in Paradise, birderdiane526.blogspot.com

john in idaho Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 04 Nov 2014 Location: Eagle Idaho Online Status: Offline Posts: 613	Posted: 14 May 2017 at 2:52pm
	The one thing we liked about the 179 was the "big" kitchen. Gas mileage will be poor. Flat ground- you might get 13. Start looking for a station when you get to half. Stay under 65. Enjoy the trip.