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Topic: Adding a Larger TV
Posted: 22 Mar 2014 at 7:59am

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Posted: 01 Sep 2013 at 12:17pm

We dry camp quite often but sometimes want to watch DVDs. I didn't want to use a DC->AC inverter with its significant inefficiency. I found a fairly good deal at Amazon.Com for an LED-DC tv with a built-in DVD player. We replaced the AC unit that came with the POD. If we have shore power, the PODs converter provides DC and, if we are off line, the batteries provide DC.

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Posted: 19 Aug 2013 at 5:44pm

We eliminated the under console media bundle in favor of a larger flat screen

monitor and new DVD player. Here's a view from the area of the dinette.

I reinforced the mounting points of the console to handle the additional weight.

The new flat screen mounted on the original media cabinet

Here's the KeyPod decorated for Christmas when the new flat screen was given as a family present

Bob and Joyce
Jennifer and Baxter, the Campin' Cocker Spaniels
RP 177 "Key Pod"
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT / Z71

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Posted: 15 Aug 2013 at 12:59am

We put a 24" on the wall opposite of the fridge/stove. It is on a mount designed for travel - pull a pin and the tv comes out, we lay it flat on bed when driving.

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Posted: 09 Aug 2013 at 10:22pm

I just removed the Audiovox 9" system and installed a 19" Insignia 1080p TV using a full motion wall mount that has an articulating arm that pulls out 13" so the TV can be swung forward for viewing from the bunk area on our RP-172 or aft for viewing from the table area and tilts up or down 15 deg. I was able to use a stud finder to locate an aluminum frame member to mount the bracket to.

Also tomorrow will be installing a Pioneer Double Din dash radio/dvd/cd unit with remote speakers and video feed to the TV from the DVD side of the unit.

This is a photo of the basic unit and hope to have pictures of the install tomorrow.

Paul

2014 RP-172, AKA KrogPod
2003 S10 ExCab V6 4.3L Automatic
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Posted: 07 Jul 2009 at 11:21pm

We haven't installed anything large like a 32" TV in that area, but we did mount a paper towel holder. The metal stud is located just above the window frame. I'm not sure you'll have enough room to attach the bracket.

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Posted: 07 Jul 2009 at 10:41pm

I want to mount a 32" LCD to one of the wall of my RPOD. I have a 172 and a 32" (1080p)LCD would look fantastic behind the sink/stove. I can then run the cables straight up through the factory hole to connect the power and the cable. However, I am scared to drill holes through the RPOD walls to attach a VESA mounting bracket. I know that I must attach the bracket to an aluminum wall stud. But, I'm scared of damaging my brand new trailer.

Has any one mounted a flat panel TV to their RPOD yet? If so, can you share your experence and post any pics if you got them. Thanks in advance.

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Posted: 05 Jul 2009 at 10:30am

A few weeks ago I removed the small tv off the cabinet over the bed in the 175. I bolted a new tv mount to the front of the cabinet for a 19" sony plasma. Our service man thought it would be fine and so far it has worked out well. The TV slides into place easily and we remove it and place it on the bed when we are moving. The mount moves right and left and gives us a great picture when we sit on the couch. Now, if I could just get an antenna that works a little better than the one that came with the trailer we would be in could shape.

Joe and Sue

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Posted: 12 Jun 2009 at 4:06pm

I am thinking to remove cabinet and put swing arm on the corner of exit wall. That way I can watch TV from kitchen and bed. However the wall looks so thin and also the carb or the wall, I am afraid to remove cabinet... May be stay as it is... Ours are 175!

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Posted: 02 Jun 2009 at 8:31am

I had the same idea that you did. There is a mount on ebay right now that rotates 360 degrees, flips up 90 degrees, and has a quick detach function in case I want to take the TV out in the dome to watch it. We have also added Directv.

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XPod Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 08 Oct 2011 Location: Evansville IN Online Status: Offline Posts: 29	Topic: Adding a Larger TV Posted: 22 Mar 2014 at 7:59am


TIDALWAVE Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 21 Nov 2009 Location: MINNESOTA Online Status: Offline Posts: 315	Posted: 01 Sep 2013 at 12:17pm
	We dry camp quite often but sometimes want to watch DVDs. I didn't want to use a DC->AC inverter with its significant inefficiency. I found a fairly good deal at Amazon.Com for an LED-DC tv with a built-in DVD player. We replaced the AC unit that came with the POD. If we have shore power, the PODs converter provides DC and, if we are off line, the batteries provide DC.
	TIDALWAVE

coopercdrkey Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 26 Aug 2012 Location: Cedar Key, FL Online Status: Offline Posts: 457	Posted: 19 Aug 2013 at 5:44pm
	We eliminated the under console media bundle in favor of a larger flat screen monitor and new DVD player. Here's a view from the area of the dinette. I reinforced the mounting points of the console to handle the additional weight. The new flat screen mounted on the original media cabinet Here's the KeyPod decorated for Christmas when the new flat screen was given as a family present
	Bob and Joyce Jennifer and Baxter, the Campin' Cocker Spaniels RP 177 "Key Pod" Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT / Z71

Chops Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 06 Jul 2013 Location: IL Online Status: Offline Posts: 15	Posted: 15 Aug 2013 at 12:59am
	We put a 24" on the wall opposite of the fridge/stove. It is on a mount designed for travel - pull a pin and the tv comes out, we lay it flat on bed when driving.

KrogPod Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 07 Jul 2013 Location: Central TX Online Status: Offline Posts: 26	Posted: 09 Aug 2013 at 10:22pm
	I just removed the Audiovox 9" system and installed a 19" Insignia 1080p TV using a full motion wall mount that has an articulating arm that pulls out 13" so the TV can be swung forward for viewing from the bunk area on our RP-172 or aft for viewing from the table area and tilts up or down 15 deg. I was able to use a stud finder to locate an aluminum frame member to mount the bracket to. Also tomorrow will be installing a Pioneer Double Din dash radio/dvd/cd unit with remote speakers and video feed to the TV from the DVD side of the unit. This is a photo of the basic unit and hope to have pictures of the install tomorrow. Paul
	2014 RP-172, AKA KrogPod 2003 S10 ExCab V6 4.3L Automatic Central Texas

yizit Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 25 Feb 2009 Location: Wis. Dells, WI Online Status: Offline Posts: 663	Posted: 07 Jul 2009 at 11:21pm
	We haven't installed anything large like a 32" TV in that area, but we did mount a paper towel holder. The metal stud is located just above the window frame. I'm not sure you'll have enough room to attach the bracket.
	Former owner of 2009 172 Darlene & Jim, Ewok our Lhasa Roada our 2004 Roadtrek C190Popular

Guests Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Guest Group	Posted: 07 Jul 2009 at 10:41pm
	I want to mount a 32" LCD to one of the wall of my RPOD. I have a 172 and a 32" (1080p)LCD would look fantastic behind the sink/stove. I can then run the cables straight up through the factory hole to connect the power and the cable. However, I am scared to drill holes through the RPOD walls to attach a VESA mounting bracket. I know that I must attach the bracket to an aluminum wall stud. But, I'm scared of damaging my brand new trailer. Has any one mounted a flat panel TV to their RPOD yet? If so, can you share your experence and post any pics if you got them. Thanks in advance.

Guests Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Guest Group	Posted: 05 Jul 2009 at 10:30am
	A few weeks ago I removed the small tv off the cabinet over the bed in the 175. I bolted a new tv mount to the front of the cabinet for a 19" sony plasma. Our service man thought it would be fine and so far it has worked out well. The TV slides into place easily and we remove it and place it on the bed when we are moving. The mount moves right and left and gives us a great picture when we sit on the couch. Now, if I could just get an antenna that works a little better than the one that came with the trailer we would be in could shape. Joe and Sue Going Cross Country

Guests Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Guest Group	Posted: 12 Jun 2009 at 4:06pm
	I am thinking to remove cabinet and put swing arm on the corner of exit wall. That way I can watch TV from kitchen and bed. However the wall looks so thin and also the carb or the wall, I am afraid to remove cabinet... May be stay as it is... Ours are 175!

Guests Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Guest Group	Posted: 02 Jun 2009 at 8:31am
	I had the same idea that you did. There is a mount on ebay right now that rotates 360 degrees, flips up 90 degrees, and has a quick detach function in case I want to take the TV out in the dome to watch it. We have also added Directv.