2020 195 HELP

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   We just bought our first Rpod! Decided on the 195 for the space, full size fridge and dry bath. Now we are looking for some accessories! I have been looking at the Classic Accessories PolyPRO 3 Model 4... but it doesn't specifically say it will cover a 195. Some merchant listings confirm it will fit a 190, other listings don't mention this size at all. Any insight? Also looking at generators. Of course Honda is the go to, however I am leaning towards the school of thought to buy ONE generator, large enough to handle all the appliances, etc. For example- the Champion 3400-Watt Portable Inverter. I know it's large and heavy, but aside from physical characteristics, do any of you seasoned users know if this has the juice for the job? 

Thanks 

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Astang Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 04 Jun 2020 Online Status: Offline Posts: 4	Topic: 2020 195 HELP Posted: 04 Jun 2020 at 9:47am
	We just bought our first Rpod! Decided on the 195 for the space, full size fridge and dry bath. Now we are looking for some accessories! I have been looking at the Classic Accessories PolyPRO 3 Model 4... but it doesn't specifically say it will cover a 195. Some merchant listings confirm it will fit a 190, other listings don't mention this size at all. Any insight? Also looking at generators. Of course Honda is the go to, however I am leaning towards the school of thought to buy ONE generator, large enough to handle all the appliances, etc. For example- the Champion 3400-Watt Portable Inverter. I know it's large and heavy, but aside from physical characteristics, do any of you seasoned users know if this has the juice for the job? Thanks

offgrid Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 23 Jul 2018 Online Status: Offline Posts: 5290	Posted: 04 Jun 2020 at 10:16am
	Depends what you mean by running all the appliances. 3.4kw ought to be fine as long as you're not trying to start the a/c with the microwave already running, that's likely to be too much. Also, leave the water heater on propane, not on the 120Vac element.
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Astang Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 04 Jun 2020 Online Status: Offline Posts: 4	Posted: 04 Jun 2020 at 10:43am
	Noted, thanks! The fridge should be on propane as well? Is there a difference in performance for the appliances when on propane versus electric?

mjlrpod Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 27 Sep 2016 Location: Massachusetts Online Status: Offline Posts: 1214	Posted: 04 Jun 2020 at 11:29am
	I prefer running fridge and h/w on propane, they seem to work better. But I will normally use electric because it's included in the price of the site. Why pay for electric and use propane. But with a genny, I run everything on propane.
	2017.5 Rp-172 2020 R-pod 195 2015 Frontier sv 4.0L 6cyl I'll be rpodding

Pod_Geek Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 04 Dec 2019 Location: Colorado Online Status: Offline Posts: 260	Posted: 04 Jun 2020 at 11:51am
	Along the lines of propane and the 195/196...has anyone investigated whether those pods will accept a 30-pound tank?
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offgrid Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 23 Jul 2018 Online Status: Offline Posts: 5290	Posted: 04 Jun 2020 at 12:48pm
	+1 to mjlrod. Propane for everything you can while boondocking. Run lights, fan, and entertainment on 12V during quiet hours. Save the genny for battery recharging (or get solar) and for running the a/c and micro. Note that most campgrounds restrict generator use to limited times, so you will not be able to use your a/c or microwave in most campgrounds without hookups at night. Even when you can use the generator, good campground etiquette would be not to run it all day long.
	1994 Chinook Concourse 1995 RV6A Experimental Aircraft 2015 Rpod 179 - sold

crw8sr Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 12 Oct 2017 Location: Omaha Nebraska Online Status: Offline Posts: 328	Posted: 04 Jun 2020 at 6:19pm
	I'm not a fan of PolyPRO 3. Ours only made it only two seasons. The material on the top dried out and disintegrated like newspaper left in the sun. The sides were fine, I'm thankful that Classic is replacing it.
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Astang Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 04 Jun 2020 Online Status: Offline Posts: 4	Posted: 04 Jun 2020 at 11:30pm
	Thanks everyone! Any advice on upgrading to a two propane system?

StephenH Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 29 Nov 2015 Location: Wake Forest, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 6289	Posted: 05 Jun 2020 at 10:39am
	I recently upgraded the LP tanks on our 179 to a dual-tank setup. That was facilitated by ditching the heavy Pb-Acid batteries and going with a LiFePO4 battery mounted inside. That gave me room on the tongue to mount the dual tank holder. If you are only running the refrigerator, stove, and water heater, a single tank will last quite a while. You can carry a spare tank. I think you would be good to replace the 20lb tank with a 30lb tank, but you would need a new cover if you want to use one. The biggest use of LP gas is the furnace, especially if you are out in freezing temperatures. You can check out my mods if you would like to see what I did. Also, Welcome and congratulations! I hope you have many fun adventures and make many great memories with your RPod.
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Astang Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 04 Jun 2020 Online Status: Offline Posts: 4	Posted: 05 Jun 2020 at 11:02am
	Thanks Stephen. Can you advise which bracket and tray set up you used for the dual tanks?