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Posted By: TNC_VOL
Subject: questions for dealer
Date Posted: 25 May 2020 at 1:30pm
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I'm picking up our first R-pod (190 model) on 5/28/20 from an out of state dealer (~200 miles) and am wondering if anyone has a list of items to check off or discuss with the dealer. The r-pod is a 2019 and I have tow experience w/ a Flagstaff pop-up camper. TV is a 2016 Highlander and I'm adding the WDH + sway control. I'll be bringing it back home pretty empty. Also, do I need tow mirrors? Thanks, and I'm looking forward to learning a lot from you Pros!
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Posted By: PilotPodder
Date Posted: 25 May 2020 at 2:32pm
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The 190 is a narrower body, so tow mirrors are nice but not a necessity. However, I did add them to my Tundra and will never go back, mainly because of the better visibility and lower 1/5th blind spot mirror. Mine were Trail Ridge brand. Here's a link to eTrailer (no affiliatiation) that has a few options for the 2016 Highlander. Congrats! https://www.etrailer.com/tm-2016_Toyota_Highlander.htm - https://www.etrailer.com/tm-2016_Toyota_Highlander.htm ------------- Portage, MI — 2017 RPod 179 - sold / 2017 Toyota Tundra — https://johnmarucci.com/r-pod-video-list/ - My RPod YouTube Videos |
Posted By: Buffalohunter
Date Posted: 25 May 2020 at 2:43pm
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Bracket holding the waste discharge valve...usually fails, rubber Chanel molding running the length (port/starboard) of the roof to sides...cracks then flies in the wind, displacement hitch, accuracy of the tank levels...currently, torque specs for the wheels...write it down, integrity of the attached ac/bath vent and other roof top attachments...they do wiggle loose. Many other things but just my experiential two cents worth. Prepare for fun...zip ties don’t leave home without them or electrical tape😉 ------------- R-pod-2020 189 2013 Toyota Tacoma |
Posted By: lostagain
Date Posted: 25 May 2020 at 3:43pm
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Look in the internet for pre-delivery check lists. You can combine the best of several and go through them with the dealer. Best to fix things before delivery. ------------- Never leave footprints behind. Fred & Maria Kearney Sonoma 167RB Our Pod 172 2019 Ford F-150 4x4 2.7 EcoBoost |
Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 25 May 2020 at 4:37pm
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+1 on the Trail Ridge mirrors! I added them to our Nissan Frontier. They are expensive, but well worth it.
------------- 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: TNC_VOL
Date Posted: 25 May 2020 at 8:19pm
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Thanks PilotPodder! I'll check out the TT when I pick it up and after our return make a decision on the mirrors. If need be I can stop at some local retailers (e.g. Walmart) on the way home and add mirrors. |
Posted By: ReluctantTraveler
Date Posted: 25 May 2020 at 8:36pm
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Check the wheel lugs while you're getting those torque specs, as Buffalohunter mentioned; you don't want them loose. Make sure those tires are inflated to proper specs as well; I believe 60 PSI, but check the side walls for the rated pressure. You will need a pressure gauge that goes at least to 70 or 80 PSI. Most auto TP gauges do not go up that high. ------------- 2019 R-Pod 190 2011 Toyota 4Runner Be kind to everyone today! Dennis |
Posted By: offgrid
Date Posted: 25 May 2020 at 9:01pm
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I tow my 179 with my Highlander with its standard mirrors and it’s fine. I suggest you try that first and then decide. Add on mirrors are a pain and unneccesary with our rigs in my opinion.
I do suggest a weight distribution hitch and sway control, and highly suggest that you actually weigh your trailer, tongue weight, tow vehicle, and total rig weights as you plan to load up for travel. Check those numbers against your Highlander and trailer weight specs. You will almost certainly be surprised how heavy things can get if you haven’t done that before. I was. Have fun! ------------- 1994 Chinook Concourse 1995 RV6A Experimental Aircraft 2015 Rpod 179 - sold |
Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 26 May 2020 at 8:49am
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Add a caveat to the above--some states such as Vermont require towing mirrors. Other states just specify that one must be able to see specified distances behind the trailer. Even if you think that your tow vehicle does not need towing mirrors, you may find that the additional visibility they provide is helpful, especially when passing another vehicle.
------------- 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: offgrid
Date Posted: 26 May 2020 at 9:21am
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Vermont requires mirrors that are at least 25 square inches or 5 inches in diameter. If your existing mirrors meet that requirement then you comply. They also require you to retract or remove extended mirrors when not towing. As I suggested, try it without and see if you're comfortable. I have a set of Dometic extension mirrors I used once towing a boat I'll sell if anyone wants them, I don't need them with my narrower horse trailer or rPod, and I don't have the boat anymore. ------------- 1994 Chinook Concourse 1995 RV6A Experimental Aircraft 2015 Rpod 179 - sold |
Posted By: PilotPodder
Date Posted: 26 May 2020 at 9:39am
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I think the bigger-to-me issue with towing mirrors (besides seeing better to the back of the trailer) is that if you do add them, get the ones with blind-spot mirrors as part of the mirror. I find this immensely important when towing as my Tundra does not have the tech with blindspot indicators included with the OEM mirror. My last long MI to Fl and back trip this was incredibly helpful to see what was in the blind spot of the truck. ------------- Portage, MI — 2017 RPod 179 - sold / 2017 Toyota Tundra — https://johnmarucci.com/r-pod-video-list/ - My RPod YouTube Videos |
Posted By: lostagain
Date Posted: 26 May 2020 at 10:08am
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Going back to lug nuts, watch out for those pretty lug nuts with the nice chrome sleeve over the actual nut. FR is using them on their fancy wheels. They look nice but when you use a torque wrench and socket on them, they are good for two or 3 tightenings, then the edges slough off and they won't work in the socket any more. If you have them, it is a good idea to replace them with solid lug nuts. There are plenty available on Amazon and other web sellers. Loose wheels are one of the big causes of trailer accidents. ------------- Never leave footprints behind. Fred & Maria Kearney Sonoma 167RB Our Pod 172 2019 Ford F-150 4x4 2.7 EcoBoost |
Posted By: TNC_VOL
Date Posted: 26 May 2020 at 4:54pm
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I checked for specs for 190 TT but can't find anything on specs for tire torque. I guess that'll be with the dealer and I'll have them double check it. Thx! |
Posted By: lostagain
Date Posted: 26 May 2020 at 5:53pm
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Look in the axle materials in the owners package of literature. It's probably a Lippert axle and it is likely in the 100 to 120 ft.lb. range. If you can't find it in the Lippert owners stuff, then get the serial number of the axle (best to take a foto) and call them. They are really nice and very helpful. ------------- Never leave footprints behind. Fred & Maria Kearney Sonoma 167RB Our Pod 172 2019 Ford F-150 4x4 2.7 EcoBoost |
Posted By: TNC_VOL
Date Posted: 26 May 2020 at 7:07pm
Great suggestion on the lug nuts, never would have thought of that...until I was someplace when it really would have mattered
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Posted By: offgrid
Date Posted: 26 May 2020 at 7:19pm
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Be sure to get lug nuts with the correct cone angle for your wheels... ------------- 1994 Chinook Concourse 1995 RV6A Experimental Aircraft 2015 Rpod 179 - sold |
Posted By: vbdomenico
Date Posted: 29 May 2020 at 1:13pm
| No kidding Lostagain, I have a brand new R-pod and after the initial trip home one of the lug nuts already cracked after checking them with a torque wrench 4 times. The actual lug nut inside of the cheap plastic/chrome sleeve is smaller and I was only carrying a lug wrench that works for my r-pod and my TV. Good thing I didn't have a flat. I just ordered a 20 piece set of solid lug nuts on Amazon for $14! That is a really messed up place for them to cut corners. |
Posted By: lostagain
Date Posted: 29 May 2020 at 2:17pm
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I had a heck of a time getting a couple of them off when the cheap tinfoil covers collapsed. I had to pry the covers off, then found that the nut below was only semi-standard for either metric or English. ------------- Never leave footprints behind. Fred & Maria Kearney Sonoma 167RB Our Pod 172 2019 Ford F-150 4x4 2.7 EcoBoost |
Posted By: jato
Date Posted: 29 May 2020 at 4:06pm
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So what is the size lug nut you need? Never had this issue with my 2011 but now that you are all talking about it I am going to have a look and take a closer inspection.
------------- 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: vbdomenico
Date Posted: 29 May 2020 at 4:16pm
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Here is what I ordered: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B012EOB7GK/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_1?smid=A23ID4AZTDBV78&psc=1 |