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Nomad2010
Newbie Joined: 19 May 2014 Location: Oregon Coast Online Status: Offline Posts: 24 |
Topic: r dome Posted: 17 Nov 2015 at 1:59pm |
I've had moderate success with the suction cups but think I may get the dome sides lengthen to better fit the 179HRE and come closer to the ground. Just not sure how to get it done without costing a fortune. Putting permanent hooks for the dome would make the whole setup more secure.
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Scott & Kim
The Mountains are calling and a Podding we must go! |
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holster
Newbie Joined: 17 Nov 2015 Online Status: Offline Posts: 3 |
Posted: 17 Nov 2015 at 1:22pm |
We have a 179 HRE and the dome does hang down about a foot off each end. We haven't had any problems with the sod cloth and side panels laying flat on the ground though. Everything works fine except those stupid suction cuts. They are as worthless as teeth on a chicken. Even in the slightest breeze, they either unhook, open up or fall off. As much as I hate to drill holes and screw something to the outside of the pod, I may try to find some of the screw on tabs, originally used on the R-Dome. I've not had any experience with these, but by design, they look like they would be far more secure. Any thoughts?
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2 P's in our POD
Newbie Joined: 11 Sep 2014 Location: Lapeer,MI Online Status: Offline Posts: 2 |
Posted: 18 Sep 2014 at 8:45am |
We have the 2015 179 and have the same problem.
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Paul and Peggy
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2dogseniors
Newbie Joined: 06 Jun 2014 Location: Hixson, TN Online Status: Offline Posts: 18 |
Posted: 16 Sep 2014 at 6:58pm |
Our R-Dome is too small for the 2015 178. The part that attaches to the pod is lifted off the ground thus negating the bug deterrent. Has anyone modified their Dome by adding fabric? I know we're not about to remove the risers.
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2dogSeniors
2004 Ford Expedition 2015 R-Pod 178 with risers |
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AndR
Newbie Joined: 09 May 2014 Location: Idaho Online Status: Offline Posts: 28 |
Posted: 09 Jun 2014 at 11:44pm |
Have a 182G with the dome. It is also about 6 inches too long but works just fine. We enjoy having the extra space.
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Thanks and Happy Camping!
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Hairy Podders
Senior Member Joined: 05 Mar 2014 Location: Northwest Ohio Online Status: Offline Posts: 217 |
Posted: 09 Jun 2014 at 10:27pm |
Geez., ours covers the 178 clear to the ends & the suction cups are on the roof at each end. we can open the storage doors without messing with the dome. The first time that we installed it, the fit was like the picture shows. The next time I shortened up the strap across the ground & everything seemed to fit very well. Its been that way the other 2 times that we have put it up. Now if the suction cups would stick better...
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Darryl, Julie & Lindsey
Cooper & Libby- Devoted Canines 2014 RP178 2006 Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon |
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techntrek
Admin Group - pHp Joined: 29 Jul 2009 Location: MD Online Status: Offline Posts: 9059 |
Posted: 09 Jun 2014 at 4:17pm |
I'd rather too long than too short. I wish mine covered my windows like that so they could be open in the rain, for starters. More room inside the dome, too.
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Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ Pod instruction manual
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furpod
Moderator Group - pHp Joined: 25 Jul 2011 Location: Central KY Online Status: Offline Posts: 6128 |
Posted: 09 Jun 2014 at 4:12pm |
Because there isn't really a correct size. they are a generic product actually designed for popups. An 11 footer would be to short and the sides wouldn't be down near the ground the way they should.
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beachmaster
Newbie Joined: 03 Jun 2014 Online Status: Offline Posts: 31 |
Posted: 09 Jun 2014 at 12:38pm |
dometic maes 4 different sizes...10'-13'. wonder why they don't give us the correct size? thanks for all the help
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Nomad2010
Newbie Joined: 19 May 2014 Location: Oregon Coast Online Status: Offline Posts: 24 |
Posted: 09 Jun 2014 at 12:25pm |
I to have the 179 and the R-dome hangs out about a foot or so past the the track. As stated above it doesn't fit that great but I used it for a 5 day trip and really enjoyed the extra space. The sides come down and cover part of the windows and the external storage compartment and that is a bit of a pain. I may try to get a few more of the suction cups as it needs a few more.
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Scott & Kim
The Mountains are calling and a Podding we must go! |
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