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Posted: 31 Jul 2017 at 12:16am

The only aluminum is on the inside of the door in all pods

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Posted: 30 Jul 2017 at 11:26pm

OK, thanks. It looks like the 2" wall thickness that others have posted is bogus. I really needed to know the thickness so I can get a window whose frame isn't too thick, thus requiring all sorts of work to cut it down. Now the search begins. We are talking about a newer model with fiberglass sides, right? I read on here that the older ones had aluminum sides, but that might not have been correct?

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Posted: 30 Jul 2017 at 11:07pm

Did the same with a drill bit, thought I was on a stud to put up a shelf and the drill bit went though the fiberglass to the outside.I had the bit set for 1 1/4" opps! Filled it with silicone. Lesson learned.

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Posted: 30 Jul 2017 at 8:33pm

The foam in the walls is 1" thick. The 1-5/16" is the total thickness. I accidentally punctured my outer wall using a "short" moly bolt that was a little too long thinking the walls were the same thickness as the door. Please don't make my mistake.

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Posted: 30 Jul 2017 at 8:23pm

[QUOTE=marwayne]The walls are 1 5/16" the door is 1 1/2" thick.

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I'm confused about the wall thickness. I've read the walls are 2" thick and I'm preparing to order a window for the bunk area of a 176, but I need to know if you have just measured the foam insulation or is 1 15/16" the total wall thickness?

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Posted: 06 Jul 2017 at 9:14pm

I use Reflectix reflective roll insulation. It looks like foil-faced bubble wrap. I cut pieces to fit behind the shades (sleeping area and dinette) in our 179. It serves two purposes. One is to add insulation. The other is to darken the sleeping area. It seems to do a good job for both purposes.

I have not used it for the kitchen window as I want light come in there so the regular curtains are adequate. The same with the window I installed in the door.

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Posted: 06 Jul 2017 at 6:06pm

Ceramic heater here as well. The only window I insulated was the rear window. Cold sleeping next to. One 1500 watt heater keeps it toasty. BTW - insulating rear window also keeps it cooler in summer. The shades insulate other windows.

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Posted: 06 Jul 2017 at 3:18pm

Extra blankets work well.... we use the ceramic heater but I think the dehumidifier kills 2 birds with one stone after all this is just glorified camping. I was thinking insulating the floor or adding cork flooring would help a bit.

I'd like to get insulated windows as well. Has anyone used insulated windows as a modification?

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Posted: 28 Apr 2015 at 4:19pm

I have 2 of the same heaters as FURPOD....Propane is to $$$ to heat a trailer.

My dog and I lived in our (The DOGS LOL

) Rpod 179 for the month of Nov. and 1/2 of Dec. in 2014. I live in Texas and went bird hunting in Illinois Nov-Dec. 2014. I was at 2 different state parks, my camp sites were on the water. I used a small ceramic heater, and two when it dropped down below 20deg. I never had any issues and the trailer stayed comfortable. I used the trailer heater once, during a really bad freezing rain/windy storm at -0 degs.

I took the trailer out to a state park in Austin, Tx in Jan for 4 days. During the days I had windows cracked/open, and at night ceramic heater on low. A fellow camper (camp ground host) couldn't believe how comfortable the heater kept the trailer. The trailer is the right size for small heaters.

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Posted: 24 Apr 2015 at 9:41pm

Since bringing my 171 back to New Hampshire, it's been getting down to 30 (or less) at night. I have an oil filled electric heater http://www.amazon.com/DeLonghi-TRN0812T-Portable-Oil-Filled-Programmable/dp/B000G1CXZI/ref=sr_1_4?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1429925877&sr=1-4&keywords=delonghi+heater that I had bought to keep the water well closet heated in my home. On a low setting, it has been doing of great job of keeping the Pod comfortable while I get it ready to go. Very even heat, no fan to blow dust around, and it fits in the pass through under the bed. I've decided to bring it with me on my extended trip.

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marwayne Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 25 Oct 2011 Location: Edmonton AB Can Online Status: Offline Posts: 1002	Topic: R-Pod insulation question Posted: 31 Jul 2017 at 12:16am
	The only aluminum is on the inside of the door in all pods
	If you want something done right, do it yourself. 2011 RP172, 2016 Tundra 5.7 Litre, Ltd.

spydie Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 25 Jul 2017 Location: New Mexico Online Status: Offline Posts: 159	Posted: 30 Jul 2017 at 11:26pm
	OK, thanks. It looks like the 2" wall thickness that others have posted is bogus. I really needed to know the thickness so I can get a window whose frame isn't too thick, thus requiring all sorts of work to cut it down. Now the search begins. We are talking about a newer model with fiberglass sides, right? I read on here that the older ones had aluminum sides, but that might not have been correct?
	2018 R-pod 176 2017 RAM 1500 5.7L Hemi

voisj Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Visit Members Homepage Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 19 Jul 2016 Location: San Luis Obispo Online Status: Offline Posts: 471	Posted: 30 Jul 2017 at 11:07pm
	Did the same with a drill bit, thought I was on a stud to put up a shelf and the drill bit went though the fiberglass to the outside.I had the bit set for 1 1/4" opps! Filled it with silicone. Lesson learned.
	SLOPODMODS John&Sue,SLO,CA 2016 180 HRE, 2013 F150 Eco Boost

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: 30 Jul 2017 at 8:33pm
	The foam in the walls is 1" thick. The 1-5/16" is the total thickness. I accidentally punctured my outer wall using a "short" moly bolt that was a little too long thinking the walls were the same thickness as the door. Please don't make my mistake.
	StephenH Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,... ouR escaPOD mods Former RPod 179 Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS

spydie Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 25 Jul 2017 Location: New Mexico Online Status: Offline Posts: 159	Posted: 30 Jul 2017 at 8:23pm
	[QUOTE=marwayne]The walls are 1 5/16" the door is 1 1/2" thick. [ /QUOTE] I'm confused about the wall thickness. I've read the walls are 2" thick and I'm preparing to order a window for the bunk area of a 176, but I need to know if you have just measured the foam insulation or is 1 15/16" the total wall thickness?
	2018 R-pod 176 2017 RAM 1500 5.7L Hemi

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: 06 Jul 2017 at 9:14pm
	I use Reflectix reflective roll insulation. It looks like foil-faced bubble wrap. I cut pieces to fit behind the shades (sleeping area and dinette) in our 179. It serves two purposes. One is to add insulation. The other is to darken the sleeping area. It seems to do a good job for both purposes. I have not used it for the kitchen window as I want light come in there so the regular curtains are adequate. The same with the window I installed in the door.
	StephenH Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,... ouR escaPOD mods Former RPod 179 Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS

mcarter Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 07 Apr 2016 Location: Greenbrier, TN Online Status: Offline Posts: 3419	Posted: 06 Jul 2017 at 6:06pm
	Ceramic heater here as well. The only window I insulated was the rear window. Cold sleeping next to. One 1500 watt heater keeps it toasty. BTW - insulating rear window also keeps it cooler in summer. The shades insulate other windows.
	Mike Carter 2015 178 " I had the right to remain silent, I just didn't have the ability."

WillG Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 28 May 2016 Location: Oregon Online Status: Offline Posts: 22	Posted: 06 Jul 2017 at 3:18pm
	Extra blankets work well.... we use the ceramic heater but I think the dehumidifier kills 2 birds with one stone after all this is just glorified camping. I was thinking insulating the floor or adding cork flooring would help a bit. I'd like to get insulated windows as well. Has anyone used insulated windows as a modification?
	R-Podder by process of elimination 2014 RP179 2011 GMC CrewCab Short Bed

samiam2 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 16 Oct 2014 Location: Texas Online Status: Offline Posts: 23	Posted: 28 Apr 2015 at 4:19pm
	I have 2 of the same heaters as FURPOD....Propane is to $$$ to heat a trailer. My dog and I lived in our (The DOGS ) Rpod 179 for the month of Nov. and 1/2 of Dec. in 2014. I live in Texas and went bird hunting in Illinois Nov-Dec. 2014. I was at 2 different state parks, my camp sites were on the water. I used a small ceramic heater, and two when it dropped down below 20deg. I never had any issues and the trailer stayed comfortable. I used the trailer heater once, during a really bad freezing rain/windy storm at -0 degs. I took the trailer out to a state park in Austin, Tx in Jan for 4 days. During the days I had windows cracked/open, and at night ceramic heater on low. A fellow camper (camp ground host) couldn't believe how comfortable the heater kept the trailer. The trailer is the right size for small heaters.

beechridge Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 25 Feb 2015 Location: New Hampshire Online Status: Offline Posts: 4	Posted: 24 Apr 2015 at 9:41pm
	Since bringing my 171 back to New Hampshire, it's been getting down to 30 (or less) at night. I have an oil filled electric heater http://www.amazon.com/DeLonghi-TRN0812T-Portable-Oil-Filled-Programmable/dp/B000G1CXZI/ref=sr_1_4?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1429925877&sr=1-4&keywords=delonghi+heater that I had bought to keep the water well closet heated in my home. On a low setting, it has been doing of great job of keeping the Pod comfortable while I get it ready to go. Very even heat, no fan to blow dust around, and it fits in the pass through under the bed. I've decided to bring it with me on my extended trip.