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    Posted: 30 Aug 2015 at 9:34am
Originally posted by WashStateNana

After much deliberation and mind-changing, we purchased the 2010 Yukon. The price sounds high, but the price was right in line with several similar age/mileage local vehicles. The dealer came down a couple thousand, so we feel like we got a fair deal.....and we love the extras.
After we recover from the big cash drain, we'll be ready to drive the TV to dealers and private parties to find the second half of the team. 
Thanks, everyone, for your helpful comments! Without you, we would have bought wimpy instead of powerful Cool


No, thank you! I can now put away my jug of Maalox...until the question comes up again.   

I think I hold the record for towing an Rpod with the most wimpy tow vehicle. Back in 2008, I bought a new CMC Canyon (185hp 4 cyl.) and was towing a Coleman Taos popup (@995lbs.) Life was good.

Then I decided to buy my Rpod (the following year)and make my trip to the Rocky Mts. that I had always dreamed of. Well, I made it (Devine intervention?) and have the pictures to prove it:

Rocky Mts.

While I could go on at length, let's just say the drive there and back (from central Indiana) was less than 100% enjoyable.

You did well in not choosing "wimpy". Congratulations on your new vehicle! Good luck and good/safe travels.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 30 Aug 2015 at 10:08am
We bought the R-Pod early July with the expectations of towing it with a Mazda-CX9 rated for 3,500 lbs.

Just picked up my new F-150 yesterday...

See my post at http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6622&PN=5&title=new-rp178-owner  for more information.

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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 30 Aug 2015 at 10:49am
LOL That's funny, Don. Glad we were spared the vehicle two-step.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 30 Aug 2015 at 5:21pm
We had a 178 that was towed with a 2009 Frontier. Not enough power for the wind in southern Alberta so upgraded to a 2012 Titan. No regrets. We now have a 179 and the Titan pulls it great.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 30 Aug 2015 at 6:38pm
We have the 179 and tow it with a Nissan Frontier












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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 30 Aug 2015 at 9:53pm
Hey Nana, think about this: the North Cascades, the Olympics, Mt. Rainier, Stevens Pass, White Pass. Columbia gorge, Mt. St. Helens, etc.--all 2 lane highway areas with few turnouts or passing lanes. You cannot tow our state without hitting tough pulls. Now aren't you glad you don't have to worry about towing with a marginal tow rig? This is a great region for camping, enjoy!
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 31 Aug 2015 at 11:51am
Yes, indeed - what a beautiful state this is! We're going to start our road trips with the goal of visiting every county in the state - great scenery, parks and campgrounds, and fun map-and-journal work with the 8-year-old.

I am so glad that we don't have to worry about towing. Although I probably shouldn't say this out loud on an R-Pod forum Smile, we've been looking at other brands of trailers now that we can tow more. I like my creature comforts and want a dry bath and little more space.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 31 Aug 2015 at 7:26pm
Congrats.  
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 08 Sep 2015 at 12:29am
We just bought a 1996 Nash model 21W. We wanted a max of 18' (plus tongue) but always-made beds for three. Seems like trailers have gotten longer recently. This is perfect - small enough for a weekend jaunt but good for long trips, with a rear bedroom plus a bunk and a dry bath.

Our friend's R-Pod started our search, but we were won over by Nash's high quality and four-season build, so we were glad to find this. It needs cosmetic refreshing but is mechanically sound (love the stove with oven and large 2 door Norcold fridge). And two entry doors, too.

I hate to leave this forum - y'all are so friendly and helpful!

Happy trails...Pam
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Congrats on finding one that works for you. You are welcome to stay - many stay after selling their pod (I sold mine in January), and we even have a few members that never owned a pod!
Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ Pod instruction manual
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