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Topic ClosedElectric Jacks & Comprehensive Insurance - Event Date: 13 May 2016

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    Posted: 13 May 2016 at 2:03pm
Collision and comprehensive on my 179 is $54 per year. We also added some liability coverage to the combined policy.

I went with a Jack Quick 3000 electric jack. It's too soon to tell how reliable it will be, but it made it through its first trip without any issues.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 13 May 2016 at 1:12pm
FWIW, My comprehensive on the pod is about $125 ANNUALLY. I think that is a good deal.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 13 May 2016 at 12:29pm
The Atwood jack is a good choice. Get the 3500# version, less than $200. It will definitely make life easier, especially with a weight distributing hitch. You don't say what version of the Highlander you have, but experience says you  should have a  WDH.  The Barker is also a good unit, but I'm not sure if the round mounting plate will fit Pods. Someone with current experience will jump in.

Comprehensive insurance covers physical damage such as collision, falling trees, theft, etc. Liability is covered under your auto policy. Like any other insurance, if you can afford to deal with a loss the insurance policy is not financially a good deal. If you cannot afford to repair or replace a damaged Pod, or if you expect significant damage within a short time, insurance may be worthwhile. If the Pod is new you may want to carry insurance for a few years until depreciation takes over, than drop it.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 13 May 2016 at 11:20am
Hi All,
  Help!  First time R.Pod owner!  Model 179!  

Question 1:  Anybody have suggestions for an electric jack preference w/average cost?  I'm a single women (strong) but want something to make my set up easier!  

Question 2:  Comprehensive Insurance - good idea or ?

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2006 Toyota Highlander
2008 Vespa

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