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NJ-pod ![]() Newbie ![]() ![]() Joined: 09 May 2017 Location: New Jersey Online Status: Offline Posts: 2 |
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Hello, this is our first post. My wife and I just bought a used 2009 172. We wanted to redecorate a bit to brighten up the interior. The brown and beige was too much so we decided to:
1) Paint the cabinets white, 2) Put in some new wallpaper, and 3) Re-upholster the dinette cushions. Painting the cabinets was easy enough ![]() ![]() My wife choose a wallpaper that looked like wood slats but in beach colors ![]() The cushions were interesting. I reused the original foam but covered it in a blue canvas that we got from Joanns Fabrics - $6.99 per yard and 11 yards left me with some extra in the end. The flat cushions were wrapped like presents and secured with sticky backed velcro. ![]() ![]() The curved cushions were more challenging. I stripped the old cushion covers, measured the top bottom and middle pieces and then cut the same sizes from the canvas. I borrowed a friends portable sewing machine. (I have never used one before). After a 10 minute you tube video I was good to go. ![]() I re-used the back of the curved cushions because it already had a zipper and my sewing skills are limited. The last pic is an over view of the finished area. ![]() As you can see I also covered the fridge door in the wall paper. My wife is picking out curtains, and I will cover the valances with the same blue canvas. Hope the pictures show up correctly...
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Reinventing a 2009 Rpod 172
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TeeBrock ![]() Groupie ![]() ![]() Joined: 23 Mar 2017 Location: IA Online Status: Offline Posts: 40 |
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I thought you might be from Colorado with that spice rack
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Tee
and Sadie (Chocolate Lab) 2017.5 RP 180 2006 Kia Sorento 2002 BMW R1150RS |
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Rodncerita ![]() Newbie ![]() ![]() Joined: 25 Mar 2017 Location: Clinton, Il Online Status: Offline Posts: 10 |
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Slide out switch protector With 10 grandchildren, we were concerned that the slide out switch was just too close to the bathroom light switch on our 2017 R-Pod 179. Accidents seem to increase with little ones around so I decided to put a protective cover over the switch. This prevents anyone from mistakenly moving the slide in or out. I purchased this cover on Amazon for less than $6 and it installs using the existing wall plate screws. Very quick and easy.
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Whoababe ![]() Newbie ![]() ![]() Joined: 14 Feb 2017 Location: Alabama Online Status: Offline Posts: 26 |
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Thanks Diane and Michael!
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birderdiane526 ![]() Senior Member ![]() ![]() Joined: 08 May 2016 Location: Texas Online Status: Offline Posts: 320 |
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Looks great!
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Diane and Michael
2016 179 "PIP" (PODDING IN PARADISE) 2007 Toyota Tundra BLOG:Podding in Paradise, birderdiane526.blogspot.com |
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Whoababe ![]() Newbie ![]() ![]() Joined: 14 Feb 2017 Location: Alabama Online Status: Offline Posts: 26 |
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Hello!
We have had our 179 for a few months now, here are our mods so far: ![]() ![]() Changed the back cushions on the Dinette ![]() Replaced stock mattress with this one: ![]() Removed the second ottoman on the Dinette ![]()
Still more I want to do. I would especially love to have a window in the door! I would also like to add a shower extender, a second entry step, relocate the spare tire to the tongue...my list goes on and on, but between now and then I am just loving our Rpod!! |
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Debster1955 ![]() Newbie ![]() ![]() Joined: 03 Aug 2016 Location: Newbury Park Online Status: Offline Posts: 4 |
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How did you attach the shelves to the back since the walls are so thin?
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Bboudens ![]() Newbie ![]() ![]() Joined: 30 Sep 2016 Location: Calgary AB Online Status: Offline Posts: 39 |
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Opener? I do not quite follow your question? As for screwing into the wall, I've used two methods.
1. Around the windows and storage access doors there is aluminum framing. Use a stud finder to find them and you can use self tapping screws to secure items. 2. Crown bolt hallow wall anchors. (see Stephen H mod page.) size #6 - 32 x 1" work great. Pre drill into the wall only about 1/2 inch max. then push the crown and bolt into the hole. remove the bolt and fasten item with said bolt. I used this method for the cup holders. Backed up with command strips and it seems to be holding strong.
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Keep your stick on the ice
2016 178HRE 2011 Silverado 1500 |
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Larabee ![]() Newbie ![]() Joined: 23 Aug 2016 Online Status: Offline Posts: 13 |
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How well does this actually work? Thanks!
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Larabee ![]() Newbie ![]() Joined: 23 Aug 2016 Online Status: Offline Posts: 13 |
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How did you screw into the wall of the pod? I would be nervous of the opener not having enough structural integrity from repeated use.
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