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    Posted: 23 Apr 2020 at 9:49am
Thanks again everyone.

Stephen, are you talking about 30 am Booster and Surge Protector: 
https://hughesautoformers.com/product/30-amp-3600-watt-booster-with-surge/

If so where do you place it if you hardwire it?  Also, I will more often than not be either using a generator, or plugging into a standard 120 outlet as the main use for my R-pod will be work, and I will be parking at job sites not campgrounds.  Will the booster help when using a 120 adapter?
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If you don't want to go with a hard-wired surge protector, I recommend instead a Hughes Autoformer. This does more than a surge protector and even more than a circuit analyzer. It will boost low voltage to keep your appliances (e.g. Air conditioner) running well if you are in a place with power that sags due to excess demand. The Booster is not hard-wired, but they do have an internal hard-wire kit ($69 on the Hughes site). They do have surge protectors and automatic shutoff surge protectors, both dog-bone and hard-wired. Shop around though as you may find it at a lower price or Hughes may have a sale. I got mine when it was on sale, but it was still expensive compared to a simple surge protector. However, it does so much more. Plus the surge protection part of it can be replaced for $32 (current price on the Hughes Autoformers site).
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Posts: 1221 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 23 Apr 2020 at 7:59am
Congrats on the 190. If you want to get off to a good start, i'm going to give you 2 good places to start. First, I would make sure you either get an Progressive EMS-HW30C or equivalent surge protector. I suggest the hardwire because you do it once, then forget about it. You will never accidentally forget to use it, or leave it anywhere. I would also reinforce the black tank hanger before it breaks. It's a well known problem that will happen at some point. I know I said 2 things, but I personally always recommend taking off the brand spanking new set of ummmm, let's call them not so good tires, and replace them with a set of "D or E " rated Carlisle or endurance tires. 
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Posts: 57 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 22 Apr 2020 at 11:49pm
The main reason I want a cover is that I plan on parking it in my driveway, and I have a couple of 70 year old oak trees that make a mess of anything below them. I guess it will depend on how hard it is to get a cover off and on.
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Posts: 966 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 22 Apr 2020 at 8:45pm
Originally posted by EchoGale

.... and wouldn't think of leaving my pod uncovered...

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I have a Classic Accessories cover that fits my pod beautifully. I bought my 2016 pod used and it came with the basic one that disintegrated earlier this year.  I replaced it with their mid grade that has a lifetime warranty and I'm very happy. I also managed to hit an excellent sale. I'm very happy with it and wouldn't think of leaving my pod uncovered, but then mine sits in the Florida sun.

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Posts: 6422 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 21 Apr 2020 at 9:49pm
Congratulations! I hope you have many fun adventures with your RPod and make many great memories with it. Thumbs Up
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Posts: 153 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 21 Apr 2020 at 8:10pm
Congratulations on the purchase, I don't think you're going to regret it!  I love our RPod and this forum is fantastic for helpful advice, troubleshooting resources and modifications.  You'll get used to using the "search" function pretty quickly as you try to figure things out. 

As far as a cover is concerned, I'm not convinced you'll need one.  I was originally going to buy one but then i heard from others that you don't need it but you need to remember to keep your seals caulked and make sure you wax it regularly.

Enjoy!  I can't wait to get mine out of storage but unfortunately we still have snow flying right now!
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Posts: 57 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 21 Apr 2020 at 7:13pm
Just pulled the trigger on the 2020 190, pick it up in two weeks!
Thanks for the help.  Anyone have suggesting for what brand of cover to get?
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We have a 190 and really like it.  Haven't had any issues.  Got a lot of mods from this forum.  Enjoy!
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