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Posted By: Stormy010
Subject: Newbie here
Date Posted: 19 Sep 2020 at 7:33pm
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Hi,
I just purchased a 2010 171 Rpod yesterday! I cleaned it today(in the rain) and noticed a small leak by the back window. I am hoping to have it checked out soon if the rain ever stops. Tried to upload a pic but it is not working at the moment. I live in South Mississippi, 45 minutes shy of New Orleans. Hope to meet you guys and gals on the road Ahead! Happy Camping Stormy ------------- Stormy010 |
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Posted By: offgrid
Date Posted: 19 Sep 2020 at 8:09pm
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Welcome. If you only have a small leak then I guess you're doing well considering the season y'all have been having so far. Good luck getting things dried out. I hope no more dang hurricanes head your way for awhile. We moved inland from Hatteras NC last year, just got to where we couldn't take all the storms anymore. ------------- 1994 Chinook Concourse 1995 RV6A Experimental Aircraft 2015 Rpod 179 - sold |
Posted By: Stormy010
Date Posted: 20 Sep 2020 at 6:06am
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Thank you and yes, I am inland about 30 miles from the coast. I am starting to feel this is still too close. Enjoy life!
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Posted By: offgrid
Date Posted: 20 Sep 2020 at 6:38am
I know the feeling well. When we moved inland it was 300 miles in and 2000 feet higher. And on high ground well away from any flood zones. A fire or tornado might get us here but not a hurricane. On the outer banks we found our rPod to be an excellent bug out platform. Used it multiple times during evacuations. Beats trying to find a hotel room along with all the other evacuees. We found the trick to be to leave early, before the official evacuation notice, and select a distant destination well away from the projected track. That way it turns a miserable experience into a nice camping trip. The other thing we learned is to resist the temptation to rush back. Wait till the water subsides and the power is back on at home. Have fun with your new trailer! ------------- 1994 Chinook Concourse 1995 RV6A Experimental Aircraft 2015 Rpod 179 - sold |
Posted By: Stormy010
Date Posted: 20 Sep 2020 at 6:58am
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I plan on it! Thank you. ------------- Stormy010 |
Posted By: lostagain
Date Posted: 20 Sep 2020 at 9:18am
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Be sure to check the spoiler as the source of the leak. Your trailer came under the recall for clearance lights and it should have had a spoiler added to accommodate rear lighting. That spoiler is notorious for causing leaks. There are several threads with pictures showing how to seal it. We sealed the spoiler for our 2009 172 shortly after the dealer did the recall work and, thankfully, never had any leakage. ------------- Never leave footprints behind. Fred & Maria Kearney Sonoma 167RB Our Pod 172 2019 Ford F-150 4x4 2.7 EcoBoost |
Posted By: EchoGale
Date Posted: 20 Sep 2020 at 9:45am
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I came to say the same as lostagain. I repaired my spoiler this spring and no more leaking! The process is easier than it seems and there's lots of information here. I went with eternabond. You're going to love your pod. ------------- Julie |
Posted By: Stormy010
Date Posted: 20 Sep 2020 at 12:14pm
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Thank you for informing mr of that. I already love it so much. I can’t wait to use it. Do you use a weight distribution hitch and sway bar? I have a Toyota Tacoma that I told with but the gross vehicle weight is only 3500 pounds so I am wondering if I need to get one so as not to mess up my truck. ------------- Stormy010 |
Posted By: Stormy010
Date Posted: 20 Sep 2020 at 12:17pm
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Please forgive me for sounding dumb as this is my first camper. But what is a spoiler and where is it located? ------------- Stormy010 |
Posted By: offgrid
Date Posted: 20 Sep 2020 at 12:32pm
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The black plastic thingy that extend across the roof at the back of the trailer. Its supposed to reduce the air drag of the rPod, debateable how much it actually does. It also houses the upper marker lights. ------------- 1994 Chinook Concourse 1995 RV6A Experimental Aircraft 2015 Rpod 179 - sold |
Posted By: marwayne
Date Posted: 20 Sep 2020 at 1:18pm
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I did my own recall work, instead of 2 dozen holes I have 4 in the spoiler. Never had a leak. https://postimages.org/">  https://postimages.org/">  https://banks-nearme.com/amegy-bank-near-me - amegybank com https://postimages.org/">  ------------- If you want something done right, do it yourself. 2011 RP172, 2016 Tundra 5.7 Litre, Ltd. |
Posted By: lostagain
Date Posted: 20 Sep 2020 at 9:13pm
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Stormy, you should consider a weight distribution hitch. The ride will be much more comfortable and stable. There are varying opinions on which is best and it's really a matter of personal choice. When we bought our 172, we got a Fastway e2 and have been really pleased with it's performance and ease of hookup. We transferred it to our new trailer. Look in the archives and you'll find a dazzling array of opinions about which is the best WHD. ------------- Never leave footprints behind. Fred & Maria Kearney Sonoma 167RB Our Pod 172 2019 Ford F-150 4x4 2.7 EcoBoost |
Posted By: Stormy010
Date Posted: 24 Oct 2020 at 9:02am
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I took your advice and bought the E2. I am having it installed this week and having the camper totally checked out. I hope to have everything completed and be on the road by the first week of November. Thank you for the info. Sincerely appreciate it.
Stormy ------------- Stormy010 |