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    Posted: 21 Feb 2016 at 9:43am
Thanks Les

That is our plan also.  A couple local stays, a moderate length trip (500 miles) and then this summer we are planning a trip to several national parks.  The planned route is about 5,000 miles.

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I recently purchased a 171 and have taken it out 5 times and learning something every time I take out.  I'm planning a long trip this summer that will take approximately 3 months, I hope these short trips I'm taking now will payoff for my summer adventure. Joining the Rpod forum is a good step, it certainly has been great, the people in this forum are great and willing to share their experiences.

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I like the idea because I have forgotten a couple of items on the list, among which were to ensure the TV was strapped in. It will be a handy thing. Thanks for the idea jstrenn.
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Thanks a lot,  this will be very helpful.

Thanks again
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Originally posted by StephenH

Originally posted by jstrenn

I created a checklist on my phone that I use each time after I hitch up the pod, but before I drive away. I've included items such as:

- Antenna power off


- Antenna power off <---May I suggest adding to this TV tieback strap fastened?

Edit:  I just modified your list, rearranging into Interior and Exterior checks and added a few things.


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Originally posted by jstrenn

I created a checklist on my phone that I use each time after I hitch up the pod, but before I drive away. I've included items such as:

- Antenna power off


- Antenna power off <---May I suggest adding to this TV tieback strap fastened?

Edit:  I just modified your list, rearranging into Interior and Exterior checks and added a few things.
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INTERIOR


- Slide out (in)


- Tie down (secure) dinette table


- Refrigerator set to gas or 12V


- Water heater off (gas and electric)


- Antenna power off


- TV and stereo off and TV Tieback fastened


- Water pump off


- All lights off


- Vents and windows closed


EXTERIOR


- Steps up


- Power cord disconnected and stowed


- Water hose disconnected and stowed


- Sewage hose disconnected and stowed


- Doors and hatches closed and locked


- Hitch latched & locked


- Safety chains hooked up


- Trailer brake lights hooked up


- Front tongue jack up


- Stabilizer jacks up

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The weather here in central Texas has been fantastic. We are planning a trip from Texas to Seattle visiting as many National Parks as we can along the way up and back.  Maybe we will bump into each other somewhere Smile

What is the HRE mean?

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We are up in the Moab area.  Arches National Park and the Canyonlands.  I am always on the lookout for Rpods so I just may see you guys!

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The weather here in central Texas has been fantastic. We are planning a trip from Texas to Seattle visiting as many National Parks as we can along the way up and back.  Maybe we will bump into each other somewhere Smile

What is the HRE mean?

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jstrenn

Thanks for the advise.  I was thinking of doing something similar.  Many years ago I took flying lessons, a check list was a must.

Thanks again

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