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Twix
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Topic: new 179 owner from Canada with ext warranty ques Posted: 30 Mar 2016 at 10:05pm |
We don't get delivery until the end of April, but we can't wait! We've got big plans when we retire and the next few years with our 'pod' will be our practice sessions for a BIG western trip.
Our dealership (Can-Am RV Centre just outside London, ON) talked about XtraRide Towable Coverage. Ball park figure was over $2000 CDN (if I remember correctly) for North American protection, that is actually transferable to the new owner should you sell your trailer.
What are typical things that can go wrong and we can decide if the coverage is warranted?
Thanks for having lots of awesome posts here! We made our purchase and are planning modifications based on input from this forum.
K & M
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Leo B
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Posted: 30 Mar 2016 at 10:43pm |
Welcome to the group!
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Leo & Melissa Bachand
2017 Ford F150
2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk
Previously owned
2015 Rpod 179
2010 Rpod 171
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Camper Bob
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Posted: 30 Mar 2016 at 10:46pm |
Save your money. Use the 2K to fund your trip. Safe Travels.
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Camper Bob and Camper Sue
Gracie the Wonder Dog (12 LB. Mini Dachshund)
2013 Rpod 171HRE(ORPod)
2016 Lance 1685
2015 Nissan Pathfinder
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DavidW
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Posted: 30 Mar 2016 at 11:06pm |
Welcome!
Hope to see you at our Rendez-vous in September 2017 at Arrowhead Prov. Pk. near Huntsville. (See the Campout/Events listing).
Cheers,
David
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David & Liz
2014 R-Pod 178
2019 Chevy Traverse
And Lily (our 8 yr old Golden)
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Twix
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Posted: 31 Mar 2016 at 6:30am |
Thanks Dave - I noticed that post yesterday as well! We have a cabin, for now, just north of Arrowhead so we know the area. We'll definitely keep it in mind and will likely be in touch for more information.
K & M
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Twix
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Posted: 31 Mar 2016 at 6:32am |
Thanks Camper Bob - I'm happy to hear that you don't anticipate 2K in repairs/problems over 5 years of ownership and use. We appreciate the input.
K & M
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DaveC3
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Posted: 31 Mar 2016 at 8:40am |
Here in the states you can get an extra year of factory warranty for $150.00. If available in Canada, your dealer should have the form. You need to send it to FR within 10 days of purchase (i think). Give Forest River a call.
Good luck with your future adventures.
Dave
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2016 R-Pod 180
2015 Ford Explorer Limited
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Twix
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Posted: 01 Apr 2016 at 8:18pm |
Thanks so much, Dave. We'll look into that!
K & M
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techntrek
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Posted: 01 Apr 2016 at 9:19pm |
Welcome. See this post about getting a good extended warranty.
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jato
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Posted: 01 Apr 2016 at 9:36pm |
We have had our 177 now for 5 plus years. As Leo said above, "save your money." We have had zero issues with ours in regards to warranty problems.
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God's pod
'11 model 177
'17 Ford F-150 4WD 3.5 Ecoboost
Jim and Diane by beautiful Torch Lake
"...and you will know the Truth and the Truth will set you free."
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