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    Posted: 17 Feb 2011 at 9:30pm
After two seasons of absolutely enjoying our R-POD 175, we decided we needed:
 
Walk-Around Bed
"Dry Bath" (Separate Shower)
Kitchen with Counter Space
In general, more elbow room.
 
So we traded the R-POD for a 24-foot Keystone Cougar TT.
 
Thanks to everyone who helped me out with the problems and questions I had. This forum is the best! The R-POD and R-POD owners will always occupy a special place in our hearts. We are moving on, but I will check in from time to time. (It's addictive!)
 
See ya on the road.
 
Gene
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You are always welcome here!  Enjoy the new camper.  There is always information floating here that can be used by other campers.
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Enjoy your new camper!  How about some pictures?

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Posts: 58 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 18 Feb 2011 at 10:37am
Gene,

I know the feeling - we had a 175 too, and also felt the need for more space.  Last June, we bought a 2010 Trailmanor Elkmont 24' and have been delighted with our purchase.  Here are some photos:









The extra room has been a delight.  It only weighs 500 lbs more than the R-Pod, but with lots more space. 

I do agree that the folks on the R-Pod Owners forum are the best...
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I seriously considered buying that exact model last fall Bigbit.  With the frontal wind load I'm at my max with my current TV right now, so I decided I didn't want to pull the wind load plus add 500 actual pounds.  I can't justify upgrading my TV yet, so I can't justify trading in the 'pod yet either.  I have some other big projects to do first, like remodelling our kitchen and bathrooms.
 
gepaine - you are always welcome here.  David is still here, too, and doesn't have a 'pod.  Smile
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 18 Feb 2011 at 4:50pm
Congratulations on your new camper!  Tech is right, I traded my RP173 for a Coleman CT187.  It's not way bigger than the Pod, but smaller than both yours and Bigbit's.  It's just me and the dog, so I don't need much.  I sure do enjoy the dry bath and the awning.
 
I too say you are always welcome here.  What applies to the Pod is true with most any TT.  Past, present or future Pod owners....we're all campers and share a common interest. 
 
I've come to learn that all of the "things" in my life are just temporary, anyway.  What is good today, will be replaced by something else, at some point.
 
Tech....are you sure you have your priorities right?  I did the TV and camper first.  I plan to start my kitchen this year!  LOLLOL
 
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Posts: 9062 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 18 Feb 2011 at 6:23pm
LOL, I know, I have it all backwards.  I really should stop saving for my kid's education so I can get a really nice TV and camper.  A bigger television, too.  Evil Smile
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Posts: 80 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 18 Feb 2011 at 6:46pm
Originally posted by gepaine

After two seasons of absolutely enjoying our R-POD 175, we decided we needed:
 
Walk-Around Bed
"Dry Bath" (Separate Shower)
Kitchen with Counter Space
In general, more elbow room.
 
So we traded the R-POD for a 24-foot Keystone Cougar TT.
 
Thanks to everyone who helped me out with the problems and questions I had. This forum is the best! The R-POD and R-POD owners will always occupy a special place in our hearts. We are moving on, but I will check in from time to time. (It's addictive!)
 
See ya on the road.
 
Gene
 
Congrats on the new TT Gene, we did the same last fall only thing is we never did get to use it yet. it's still snow bound and will be for a while yet. As far as this forum goes, don't be stranger because  camping is camping and units will come and go but we learn from each other no matter what unit we have at present.
 
 
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Heinrich and Elly
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 19 Feb 2011 at 4:52am
Originally posted by techntrek

LOL, I know, I have it all backwards.  I really should stop saving for my kid's education so I can get a really nice TV and camper.  A bigger television, too.  Evil Smile
Of course!   Sacrifice the kids.....it's easy enough to make replacements! LOL
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@techntrek: Your priorities are exactly right - the kids' education should come first.

@gepaine and photog: I'd love to see more pictures of your new rigs.

@David: The Coleman looks perfect for you and your dog.  I remember when you first posted photos here, I really liked the layout.

@All: The one thing I didn't give up when making the switch was gas mileage - that has improved by 1 to 2 mpg over the R-Pod.  But I do notice the extra weight of the Elkmont when climbing hills.
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