New to Rpods 179
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Topic: New to Rpods 179
Posted By: Laurazala
Subject: New to Rpods 179
Date Posted: 18 Sep 2018 at 12:42pm
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Hello all.This is our first time buying travel trailer. My husband and I are signing the papers for a new Rpod 179 on Thursday 9/20/18. We are buying from Bob Scott In Grand Junction, CO. We live part time in Moab.I need help. What should we ask for before we sign the papers? What should be included in price? Any ideas on how to get it tagged in Utah? Any ideas on insurance? We were offered advice that we should insure even though we are keeping the Rpod on the lot till April. We are going back to Philadelphia to work then returning. Any and all help would be great. Thank you. I am so excited! ------------- Laura Margolies |
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Posted By: Ben Herman
Date Posted: 18 Sep 2018 at 12:53pm
| Definitely recommend insurance, it wont cost you much (call your auto insurance agent) and will protect you. Bob Scott is a reputable dealership, but the most important thing (in my opinion) is to spend the time with them when you pick it up and make sure everything works as it should - fire up the fridge, heater, ac, all water systems. Especially because it will be sitting until April. One question - why buy it now when you don't plan on using it for 6-7 months? Seems like you'd be better off waiting and then being able to take full advantage of 12 months of warranty. If you read through the forum, many new purchasers have had issues that need to be addressed with a new unit, and this way you're shortening the window considerably in which to find out what might need fixing. If it were me, I'd wait and buy it in April then immediately get into camping season and make sure everything is ok. |
Posted By: Laurazala
Date Posted: 18 Sep 2018 at 12:59pm
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We are buying it now because the price was much lower. As a newbie -we did not think it all the way through. And we are in a transition state in life where we may get it earlier . I know it seems confusing. Do you think we should take it out even for a short trip before heading back eat without it? ------------- Laura Margolies |
Posted By: Ben Herman
Date Posted: 18 Sep 2018 at 2:40pm
Well, if you take it out (which I would definitely do - even if for 2-3 nights) then you will have to get it winterized. If you are firm on getting it this year, then I would consider that. At least you'd have a few days to check everything out. Have you owned a trailer before?
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Posted By: Leo B
Date Posted: 18 Sep 2018 at 3:03pm
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Welcome to the groups! Congrats on your 179! ------------- Leo & Melissa Bachand 2017 Ford F150 2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk Previously owned 2015 Rpod 179 2010 Rpod 171 |
Posted By: Laurazala
Date Posted: 18 Sep 2018 at 4:02pm
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Never owned one. Never owed anything like it. Always camped! ------------- Laura Margolies |
Posted By: Ben Herman
Date Posted: 18 Sep 2018 at 4:07pm
You'll love the 179 - bought ours in May and have been out 8 times this summer. There are definitely things that you need to know about before extended trips. Are you all set up with tow vehicle, brake controller, etc?
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Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 18 Sep 2018 at 5:21pm
We've been on a number of long trips and some short, local trips. We have thoroughly enjoyed it. Plus, when we are home, we have a very convenient guest cottage. 
------------- StephenH Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7712 - ouR escaPOD mods Former RPod 179 Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS |
Posted By: ArenaBlanca
Date Posted: 18 Sep 2018 at 5:54pm
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Ben Herman gave good advice on checking the systems. I would also try to video the walk through. I didn't notice what your tow vehicle was but if you are new to towing, you might need a weight distributing hitch and brake controller. These may be extra $$$ but the dealer might install them for you. Also, if you are leaving it on his lot, make sure they winterize it. The dealer we bought our 179 from, handled most of the paperwork needed for getting it licensed, However, ours had to be licensed in our state of residency. New mexico require an inspection of the VIN number so I had to go to the DMV. But the dealer supplied all the necessary paper so it took less than 1/2 hour. ------------- Enjoy Life!! |
Posted By: PilotPodder
Date Posted: 18 Sep 2018 at 9:01pm
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Congrats on the new 179! I've been happy with my 2017 for about a year and half. I have a bunch of 179 specific videos if interested (link below), including winterizing. All the best! ------------- Portage, MI — 2017 RPod 179 - sold / 2017 Toyota Tundra — https://johnmarucci.com/r-pod-video-list/ - My RPod YouTube Videos |
Posted By: jato
Date Posted: 20 Sep 2018 at 7:16pm
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Insurance is very reasonable on our 177, even in Michigan where we pay the highest rates in the country for insurance. Full replacement cost runs us $ 60.00/year.
------------- 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." |
Posted By: Laurazala
Date Posted: 22 Sep 2018 at 10:59am
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Thanks for the info! ------------- Laura Margolies |
Posted By: DatsClaybo
Date Posted: 26 Sep 2018 at 9:45pm
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All, My wife and I are newly retired and just bought a really nice 2016 R-Pod 179. Our first outing is this weekend.
We have been looking for an R-Dome that was originally offered with this model, but we have been discouraged from getting one. Do any of you "experienced" users have a recommendation about this product or something similar? We would really like some additions outside, protected space. We're very excited about out first weekend shakedown. And, thanks for responses. Clayton |
Posted By: broncoman_2000
Date Posted: 27 Sep 2018 at 8:23am
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I have a 2013 176 that I just bought a couple months ago, and took it out for it's first trip last weekend. I can honestly say that the R-Dome is why I bought this camper. As for camping, its perfect for my wife and I, and we spent most of our time in the dome. I think without the dome, you only have half the camper. Its a great add-on and you should definitely get one. They are quite expensive, and I'm afraid I'm going to need another one, as the one that came with mine is 5 years old and nearing it's last days. The fabric is getting brittle, and it is not going to last much longer. Anyone here have recommendations on where to get a replacement for less than FR wants for a new one? David
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Posted By: offgrid
Date Posted: 27 Sep 2018 at 9:02am
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The pro/con rDome debate will rage on forever I guess. Its a personal choice, either you love them or you don't. I don't. I have a 2015 rPod 179 with a green/tan top rdome. I've barely used the rDome and will sell it for $250 plus shipping. I understand that mine will fit the post 2011 rPod 179's and 180's. The smaller pods use a smaller dome and the older pods use a smaller mounting track. ------------- 1994 Chinook Concourse 1995 RV6A Experimental Aircraft 2015 Rpod 179 - sold |
Posted By: wooleeman
Date Posted: 27 Sep 2018 at 9:04am
Last year I purchased a 2016 "179" that came with the R-Dome. I tried setting it up myself and found it difficult and time consuming, so I sold it. Now that my wife has become interested in camping with me I wish I had kept it. With a second set of hands it would have been much easier for me to set up and the additional outdoor space would have been beneficial. ------------- 2022 RP-202 2016 RP-179 (Sold 9/2020) 2014 Silverado Crew Cab. 6-1/2' Bed Golden Retriever (DOB 6/16/2020) English Bulldog (RIP 6/15/2020) |
Posted By: mcarter
Date Posted: 27 Sep 2018 at 9:08am
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DataClaybo,
Check out PahaQue.com and their product line. ------------- Mike Carter 2015 178 " I had the right to remain silent, I just didn't have the ability." |
Posted By: DatsClaybo
Date Posted: 27 Sep 2018 at 9:25pm
| Thanks for the responses. Really mixed reviews. That's what I've run into. We've decided on an unattached stand alone that we can put close to the R-Pod. I'll let you know how that works out. |
Posted By: PilotPodder
Date Posted: 27 Sep 2018 at 9:46pm
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I do the same. I have a Coleman 12*12 screen room and just added a PahaQue visor for the 179. Nice combo. ~PP
https://instagram.com/p/BoQOHm8Av1s/ - https://instagram.com/p/BoQOHm8Av1s/ ------------- Portage, MI — 2017 RPod 179 - sold / 2017 Toyota Tundra — https://johnmarucci.com/r-pod-video-list/ - My RPod YouTube Videos |