New rp180 owner startup questions

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   Greetings All,

My wife and I are just getting back into camping after raising three kids and a 20 year or so hiatus.  Back then we did all tent camping.  We just ordered a new Blue version, 2017 rp180, complete with r-dome (not the awning).  Obviously we won't be taking delivery for a couple of months, but I would like to put together a list of startup necessities that will be needed and get them ordered.  Any additions, subtractions, recommendations (including brands/models) would be greatly appreciated.  I don't wish to stir up a hornet's nest, as I know that everyone has their own opinions, but the more ideas, the better! If a list such as this already exists somewhere please let me know.

Sewer hose (what length is recommended)

City water hose

Water filter

Water pressure regulator

Surge protector / voltage regulator

Flying bug screens for exhaust ports

Black water tank treatments

Wheel chocks

Leveler pads

Any comments would be great!  Can't wait to hit the trail.

Thanks in advance

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Pod Hopper Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 01 Sep 2016 Location: Indiana Online Status: Offline Posts: 21	Topic: New rp180 owner startup questions Posted: 01 Sep 2016 at 7:50pm
	Greetings All, My wife and I are just getting back into camping after raising three kids and a 20 year or so hiatus. Back then we did all tent camping. We just ordered a new Blue version, 2017 rp180, complete with r-dome (not the awning). Obviously we won't be taking delivery for a couple of months, but I would like to put together a list of startup necessities that will be needed and get them ordered. Any additions, subtractions, recommendations (including brands/models) would be greatly appreciated. I don't wish to stir up a hornet's nest, as I know that everyone has their own opinions, but the more ideas, the better! If a list such as this already exists somewhere please let me know. Sewer hose (what length is recommended) City water hose Water filter Water pressure regulator Surge protector / voltage regulator Flying bug screens for exhaust ports Black water tank treatments Wheel chocks Leveler pads Any comments would be great! Can't wait to hit the trail. Thanks in advance

Leo B Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 13 Jan 2012 Location: Lyndonville, VT Online Status: Offline Posts: 4508	Posted: 01 Sep 2016 at 8:05pm
	Welcome to the group! Congrats on your 180!! I would add to your list to get a vert detailed walk thru on delivery have them demonstrate every item frig, stove, etc and video it. There will be a ton of info and if you are like us, you forget half of it. It will help a lot to have the video to refresh your memory.
	Leo & Melissa Bachand 2017 Ford F150 2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk Previously owned 2015 Rpod 179 2010 Rpod 171

Pod Hopper Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 01 Sep 2016 Location: Indiana Online Status: Offline Posts: 21	Posted: 01 Sep 2016 at 8:52pm
	Thanks for the great suggestion Leo. I would have never thought of video to keep a permanent record. Does anyone have any suggestions as to accessory brands to either look for or stay away from? Brands of hoses, etc...?

DawgLady Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Groupie Joined: 11 Apr 2016 Location: Ashburn, Georgi Online Status: Offline Posts: 94	Posted: 02 Sep 2016 at 12:00am
	Welcome. My 180 came with sewer hose & water hose, toilet paper, black water treatment etc. It had everything needed to go camping. I have added a few mods and you will you figure out after a couple of trips what you need to have it set up just like you want it. I added a cover over cook top to give more counter space and 2 spice racks on wall by sink. I have just found out a battery disconnect needs to be added in case it needs to be parked a few weeks not to deplete battery. Enjoy!!!
	Dawg Lady 2016 R-180 "Lizzy" Georgia

Pod Hopper Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 01 Sep 2016 Location: Indiana Online Status: Offline Posts: 21	Posted: 02 Sep 2016 at 6:26am
	Good to know. I never even thought about any of the hoses or startup supplies during my negotiations... my bad. I will have to check with my dealer about that. Do r-pods come from the factory with the hoses, or were those thrown in by your dealer?
	2017 rp-180

ron_whitt Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 08 Sep 2011 Location: Chesterville On Online Status: Offline Posts: 261	Posted: 02 Sep 2016 at 6:43am
	Hopper, look into a tt leveler. There are 2 kinds with pros and cons for both. I have the BAL leveler, it is a one person leveler and I can have our pod level front to back side to side in under 5 min. It will raise the pod about 7" or so. Con: it will only do 14" tires, at that I spread the "arms" about 1/8th inch, because I found that after traveling the tires expanded just a little with the heat build up and was a little hard to slide the "arms" under the tires. Since then no problem at all. The other leveler is the Anderson system, you need 2 people to level the tt with this one though and I think will only raise the tt about 3-4 inches. Look into both of them and find which one suits you best.
	Ron & Shirley 2020 Tacoma 2012 177 rpod

Leo B Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 13 Jan 2012 Location: Lyndonville, VT Online Status: Offline Posts: 4508	Posted: 02 Sep 2016 at 7:46am
	We have had a gift package from our dealership which included all kinds of stuff like hoses, tp, tank deodorizer and more for both pods we bought.
	Leo & Melissa Bachand 2017 Ford F150 2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk Previously owned 2015 Rpod 179 2010 Rpod 171

DawgLady Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Groupie Joined: 11 Apr 2016 Location: Ashburn, Georgi Online Status: Offline Posts: 94	Posted: 02 Sep 2016 at 10:10am
	I received a starter box which I think comes with pod and it had some of anything you need to leave dealer and go camping right then.
	Dawg Lady 2016 R-180 "Lizzy" Georgia

Shelpod Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Groupie Joined: 14 Sep 2015 Location: Arizona Online Status: Offline Posts: 74	Posted: 02 Sep 2016 at 10:38am
	Welcome to the forum. As to your dump hose, many (including me) use the Rhino 15 foot flex hose. You will need an alternative method for storing it though since the stinky slinky carrier that comes with the pod is too short. Look at the mods section and you will get some ideas on what many people have done. Or just get yourself a good thick garbage bag to keep it in at first. Happy camping.
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Pod Hopper Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 01 Sep 2016 Location: Indiana Online Status: Offline Posts: 21	Posted: 02 Sep 2016 at 11:37am
	Thanks to all for the replies. I have been following this forum since we first started considering our purchase and everyone seems incredibly friendly and very knowledgeable and willing to help. I am definitly going to hit our dealer up for a starter package. It just makes sense that it would come ready to go. Shelpod, As far as your suggestion on the 15 foot Rhino Flex Hose ... it is my understanding that one of the improvements on the new 2017 models is the lengthening of the hose carrier to 62 inches, whick is supposed to be able to handles a 15 foot dump hose with fittings.
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