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    Posted: 05 Dec 2015 at 9:47pm
I should have thought of that. After watching "Up," it was logical.
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Posts: 6128 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 05 Dec 2015 at 8:41pm
Nope.. it's "SQUIRREL!!"

In fact at one of the big rallies a couple years ago, all the podders who frequent FB, brought stuffed squirrels, so they could interrupt conversation at any time, by throwing down their squirrel.. LOL

Now.. if some one drops a question about lug nut torque, 3 pages into a discussion about dual propane tank mods and Ford Mustang suspension, they will usually be asked to start a new thread, mostly because non-interested readers will stop once the torque question is answered, and not see the later pod question.. and most pods built to date, don't have an outside shower.. That's a new option, started in 2015 models. We actually this year, have put a pressure gauge on the free side of the WYE, since I added an outside shower to our pod.
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Posts: 6418 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 05 Dec 2015 at 6:10pm
The filter and pressure regulator were two of the miscellaneous items already purchased. Smile Since we don't have pets, I will probably not need the extra tap. If I need it really bad, I guess I could use the outside shower for that purpose.

Would that facebook name by any chance be rabbit chasing?
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Posts: 6128 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 05 Dec 2015 at 4:43pm
May I suggest a water pressure regulator and a filter. Campground water can very from 1 to 160 psi.. and it's often a bit funky tasting.. We set up with a WYE, then the pressure regulator, filter, and then hose to the pod.Using the WYE means we can still get water from that tap for dog bowls or what have you..

Edit.. also, yes, as long as things stay civil, many a thread has wandered with no issues. Heck the facebook group has a name for it when it happens.. Wink
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Posts: 6418 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 05 Dec 2015 at 1:13pm
Okay. I have been in other forums where opinions ranging too far from the topic of the forum ended up having to be locked by the moderator(s), especially when it got into opinions. Shocked

As long as it is okay then, I withdraw my suggestion. Thanks.
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Posts: 1447 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 05 Dec 2015 at 1:00pm
Stephen, posts here are a conversation, and frequently have information and opinions that are not strictly on point with the original post.That is part of the charm of this community. 
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Posts: 6418 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 05 Dec 2015 at 12:25pm
However, Consumer Reports (or opinions about them) is not the purpose of my original post. Since this has wandered far afield, it would be best to continue those type discussions separately in the appropriate forum.

Things are shaping up for us to pick up our R-Pod on Monday. I already have purchased two six-volt batteries, two boxes, and the jumper cable needed to replace the single twelve-volt battery. I will get a credit for that which will pay for the battery upgrade. Smile

Additional items purchased in anticipation are a memory foam mattress topper and a ten piece set of Magma nesting cookware. We got the induction cooking version as we do have a small induction cooktop purchased when it was on sale at Aldi's.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B99RJS2?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00

Also purchased a proper drinking water hose, Andersen 3604 camper leveler, and some other miscellaneous parts. First thing after we get home will be to add a 12 volt outlet and to try to put in a shelf above the bed.
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Posts: 913 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 05 Dec 2015 at 11:53am
They certainly sell a lot of magazines and have a very big following.  There is a saying about opinions and everyone having one.  Safe Travels.
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Posts: 1447 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 05 Dec 2015 at 9:55am
Originally posted by Old Dingo&Mrs.Dingo

I personally never gave much weight to Consumer Reports automobile evaluations ever since they rated the diesel powered Oldsmobiles of the '70s over the Mercedes 300D and the Peugeot 604 for both value and reliability.  I've had no problems with my several Jeeps dating back to 1976.  IMHP Consumer Reports should stick to toasters.  


Consumer reports killed a product we manufactured for problems we could not duplicate, no owners ever reported, and they would not tell us how they tested it to give the symptoms.  I lost respect for them and still don't give them much attention.
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I use my Mom's old Singer Sewing Machine to break rocks! I'm sure Binford stole the idea for the 25HP Binford 5000 Hammer Drill!! HRRRR - HHRRRR - HRRRRRRRRR

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