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Dr. GREG SMITH 
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Joined: 30 May 2016 Location: Iowapastor Online Status: Offline Posts: 10 |
 Topic: NEWBIESPosted: 02 Jun 2016 at 6:36am |
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We pick up our new R178 on June 14. We will tow with a Rav4 6 with tow pkg. And WDH/AS hitch. Previous experience includes tent and larger aframe. Camping venue will be mostly local with one longish distance trip each summer. We are retired and are active community volunteers. We enjoy giving back.
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Leo B
podders Helping podders - pHp 
Joined: 13 Jan 2012 Location: Lyndonville, VT Online Status: Offline Posts: 4508 |
Posted: 02 Jun 2016 at 6:49am |
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Welcome to the group! Congrats on your 178!
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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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LindaB
Newbie
Joined: 14 May 2016 Location: SF Bay Area Online Status: Offline Posts: 2 |
Posted: 02 Jun 2016 at 1:25pm |
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Hello everyone.
My husband and I just purchased a new RP 180 and took it on a maiden weekend voyage to Butt Lake here in Northern California over Memorial Day weekend. 2 miles down a dirt road, lakeside dry camping. It was awesome! Even after so many mistakes/errors on our part as we learn to use it... We have been tent campers for 40 years! I have two immediate questions: 1- Does anyone have any suggestions for mounting some sort of net or shelf on the inside back of the trailer to store nighttime essentials -- book, flashlight, glasses, water bottle, etc.? The RP 180 queen bed only has one sided access so this inside sleeper needs something to contain necessary night time items. 2- We purchased the solar panels, which are also awesome since we plan to do a lot of dry camping. But the cord is really short -- when you camp under the trees you need more flexibility for placement of the panels. Can you get a longer cord? Thanks! Linda
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StephenH
podders Helping podders - pHp
Joined: 29 Nov 2015 Location: Wake Forest, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 6288 |
Posted: 02 Jun 2016 at 1:32pm |
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Check my mods (link in signature) for the shelf I put in our 179. The mods section has what others have done as well.
As for an extension, I can't help you with that. I'm sure you can find something online. |
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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,... ouR escaPOD mods Former RPod 179 Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS |
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Leo B
podders Helping podders - pHp
Joined: 13 Jan 2012 Location: Lyndonville, VT Online Status: Offline Posts: 4508 |
Posted: 02 Jun 2016 at 2:24pm |
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LindaB welcome to the group! Congrats on your 180!
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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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techntrek
Admin Group - pHp 
Joined: 29 Jul 2009 Location: MD Online Status: Offline Posts: 9059 |
Posted: 03 Jun 2016 at 4:08pm |
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Welcome. You can extend the wiring for a solar panel somewhat, but since it is low voltage you must use large wiring and you can't go too far. I would add 10 gauge and not add more than 20 feet.
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Bobbi with an i
Newbie
Joined: 27 Apr 2016 Location: San Luis OBispo Online Status: Offline Posts: 8 |
Posted: 12 Jun 2016 at 11:25pm |
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Okay, I've been out twice camping with my new R.Pod 179 (still haven't used the potty) Ha ha
I'm wondering if there are any R.Pod owners on the Central Coast of California and 2nd message is ....... Anyone camping over the 4th of July and where? I'm a single looking for friends that want to camp. Bobbi with an "i" (805) 215-9028
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Bobbi with an "i"
2016 R.pod 179 2006 Toyota Highlander |
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johnmaci
Senior Member
Joined: 17 Jun 2014 Location: MD Online Status: Offline Posts: 202 |
Posted: 13 Jun 2016 at 7:17am |
Yes. http://www.zampsolar.com/wiring-and-wiring-hardware/ |
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Guests
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Posted: 13 Jun 2016 at 9:18am |
I hope you are enjoying your Pod. I can't be of much help with either: 1 - I'm in Indiana 2 - I'll be busy volunteering at one of our State Parks that weekend. You may want to post something in the Events or Camping Adventures topics. It may be "seen" better - by more. I know there are a few CA campers on the forum. Good luck! |
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LindaB
Newbie
Joined: 14 May 2016 Location: SF Bay Area Online Status: Offline Posts: 2 |
Posted: 20 Jun 2016 at 3:15pm |
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Thank you for the info on the solar panel extension cord.
Hey - those of you who have put up shelves -- do you screw into the walls? They look pretty thin... or use double sided tape or velcro? Thanks! Linda
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