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    Posted: 18 Apr 2018 at 7:22am
I answered on your other thread.. BUT..

Only you know what it's worth to you.. clean restrooms and clean bedding.. travel at your own pace.. Bacon.

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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 18 Apr 2018 at 8:43am
Ok, let me point out that the money won't stop there. Once you buy the pod/camper it becomes somewhat of an addiction. I can't stay away from amazon. Look at the 40,000 as a 5 - 10 year cost. I also have a frontier, and the cost of that I don't count. I have to buy a vehicle no matter what. It's actually a plus that my vehicle has some real balls and can be versatile. Many of us use the pod for different things. I not only camp with it. Sometimes i go to the casino, and I hate the hassle of getting up early, and rushing to get there before the high stakes bingo starts. I simply go the night before and camp out in the R.V. lot, wake up, go get the a.y.c.e. breakfast and casually make our way to our spot. Sometimes we go to the beach and park the pod in the parking lot, and have a home base. Even just going to visit with someone, you have your own accommodations. I have a trip to wash d.c. this summer that I probably would never have done if not for the pod. I personally hate sleeping in beds that lord knows whats gone on in it, and using public toilets. As stated only you can decide whats right for you, but you need to think of it in context.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 18 Apr 2018 at 3:51pm
John,  We have been campers since we got married in '76.  Started with a 2-person pup tent (like sleeping in a sardine can), then moved up to a 4 person Rockwood, then as the family grew purchased a 6 person Jayco which we kept for 18 years.  Kids left, just back to my Babe and I so made the decision (after seeing our first r-pod in Copper Harbor, MI 2010) to purchase a 177 back in January 2011.  No regrets, we love to camp, hike, see God's creation up close and personal, and meet other people in a relaxed atmosphere.  This is a great country and what better way to see it than driving down the road, visiting small towns and people along the way, and seeing all this land has to offer.
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Jato,
  Of all the replies ( All have been Great and I thank everyone) Yours has sold me on.." This is what I want to do..You pushed me over the edge"  Future 180 owner!

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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 19 Apr 2018 at 8:42am
Last question. Looking at a 2014 Nissan Pathfinder, 5,000 lb towing capacity. OK to pull without much problem?
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 19 Apr 2018 at 8:47am
Originally posted by John4TA

Last question. Looking at a 2014 Nissan Pathfinder, 5,000 lb towing capacity. OK to pull without much problem?
That sounds like you're in the right range. Do check the tongue weight and GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) to make sure you can stay inside the envelope.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 19 Apr 2018 at 10:05am
Originally posted by John4TA

Last question. Looking at a 2014 Nissan Pathfinder, 5,000 lb towing capacity. OK to pull without much problem?


IMHO if it has a V6 and 5K lbs. tow rating, it should do OK. However, this would be the least that I would feel good about recommending for an OK experience towing the Pod.

I see merit in going with something a little "beefier". If you should decide (after a time) to trade in/ go with a larger or heavier trailer, you would not have to buy a new tow vehicle, again.

Right now, I'm "rubbing my chin" about a No-Bo 19.5. Though longer & heavier than what I have.......no problem. I can tow up to nearly 10K lbs.





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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 19 Apr 2018 at 3:43pm
John,  Good for you!  Great to have you on the forum.  Please keep us updated on your 180 and when you will be getting it.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 19 Apr 2018 at 8:43pm
LOL ..always evolving. Now the 190( talk to my wife) To be honest myself also. Love the back end bench set up for a rainy day. Waiting on prices and trigger pull. We pick up the Pathfinder Saturday. New Question..What is the best tow package to install? All of you have been an amazing amount of info! 
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