Introduce yourself
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Topic: Introduce yourself
Posted By: Dawg Pod
Subject: Introduce yourself
Date Posted: 25 Aug 2013 at 11:45am
| Hi. We are from Kirkland WA and are on our Maiden voyage with our 2014, rPod 177. Not sure I'm posting properly but didn't see any other way to post under an existing topic. My apologies in advance if I'm doing it wrong. So far we are loving our pod. We are at the John Wayne RV park outside of Sequim, WA. We are towing with a Toyota Sienna van. We are grateful for this forum and have already learned much from all of you. I will try to post some pictures. Looking forward to participating in the forum! Erin and Dan |
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Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 25 Aug 2013 at 11:57am
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Welcome. Best to have your own thread anyway. :-)
------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual 
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Posted By: Racer|X|
Date Posted: 25 Aug 2013 at 7:28pm
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Welcome and good luck! ------------- |
Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 25 Aug 2013 at 7:39pm
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Glad to have you podding with us!! ------------- https://calendar.google.com/calendar?cid=cnBvZC5zcG90dGVyQGdtYWlsLmNvbQ - RPod Rallies https://www.google.com/maps/d/embed?mid=1W1foQXGtrjf8aYly1uh0b-bHPfI&hl=en_US - RPod Owner Map |
Posted By: 21grandma
Date Posted: 25 Aug 2013 at 8:00pm
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Posted By: Dawg Pod
Date Posted: 25 Aug 2013 at 11:32pm
| When we bought our Sienna we got the towing package which, if I recall properly, comes with a heavier radiator, a cooling system for the transmission, heavier shocks and brakes. You should look this up to be sure-it's been 9 years! When we bought the rPod the dealer swapped our class I hitch for a class II hitch and added a trailer brake signal system and anti sway bar. It seemed to do just fine! The only bummer was that the pod plus the Sienna total around 35 ft. in length which made for two very expensive ferry crossings! The rate goes way up after 30 ft. |
Posted By: Seanl
Date Posted: 26 Aug 2013 at 8:48am
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Welcome ------------- Sean, 2011 Rpod RP-173,2009 Jeep Liberty Rocky Mountain Edition 
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Posted By: LizKev
Date Posted: 01 Sep 2013 at 11:10am
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Hello everyone. Just bought a 2014 178. This is our first rv. We have an eight month old and did not see an enjoyable tent camping experience. We are learning about this new type of camping for us. We have had our r-pod for two weeks, but have not taken it out yet. I needed to get my 2000 GMC Sierra ready to tow. Everything is good to go now and looking forward to next weekend. We are excited about our recent purchase and learning all we can about our r-pod. I want to thank you all for the information that I have read on this forum. Happy camping,
Kevin |
Posted By: Camper Bob
Date Posted: 01 Sep 2013 at 11:59am
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Welcome. Safe Travels. ------------- Camper Bob and Camper Sue Gracie the Wonder Dog (12 LB. Mini Dachshund) 2013 Rpod 171HRE(ORPod) 2016 Lance 1685 2015 Nissan Pathfinder |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 01 Sep 2013 at 9:44pm
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Welcome. Fire away with any questions. What have you added to your TV (tow vehicle) at this point? ------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual
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Posted By: JACKPOD
Date Posted: 01 Sep 2013 at 9:55pm
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Welcome Erin and Dan. Wish we were in WA with you! I'm from West Seattle, left for many years, returned to live on Finn Hill just above Juanita Beach (have some Spud for me!). Built a house in Bellingham - then for many reasons have ended up near Austin, TX. It's very hot here in the summer so we bought our 176 to allow us to go anywhere we'd like without worrying about costs of rentals and finding places that take a dog. We'll probably be back on the west coast next summer. Enjoy your pod and the wonderful weather and Dungeness crab! ------------- Pam and Jack Abby the Bichon RP 176 towed with 2013 Nissan Pathfinder |
Posted By: LizKev
Date Posted: 02 Sep 2013 at 12:16am
| Forgot to mention that I am in western Washington as well. |
Posted By: LizKev
Date Posted: 02 Sep 2013 at 12:18am
I started with the prodigy p3 brake controller. I installed this before picking up the trailer. While towing the trailer the two miles home from the dealership I broke one bump stop off the rear of my truck. This was not a comforting feeling. I should note that I have a heavy leer canopy on the truck with some stuff in the back as well. After this experience I bought Firestone ride-rite airbags, new shocks, and a reese weight distribution hitch(600 pound bars). All this maybe overkill but that is the kind of guy I am. I also flushed the transmission fluid as well as changed the filter in the tranny. I keep good tires and brakes on my vehicles so I should be all set. Any other suggestions would be appreciated. |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 02 Sep 2013 at 8:25pm
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Prodigy, good, WDH, good, tranny fluid, good. 20 steps ahead of most. Does the Reese include sway control?
------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual
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Posted By: motor 1
Date Posted: 02 Sep 2013 at 8:40pm
Hi all, Rick here, just lurking and learning for now.  ------------- The older I get the faster I was |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 02 Sep 2013 at 8:55pm
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Welcome.
------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual
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Posted By: LizKev
Date Posted: 03 Sep 2013 at 9:41am
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Posted By: Camper Bob
Date Posted: 04 Sep 2013 at 10:25am
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Welcome. Unfortunately you missed our Rpod roundup in Seaside Oregon, last month. Had 23 Rpods and another 13 Forest River products for a total of 74 people. Had a ball. Hopefully you can join us next summer. Keep an eye on this forum or the FROG forum for all Forest River products. Safe Travels. ------------- Camper Bob and Camper Sue Gracie the Wonder Dog (12 LB. Mini Dachshund) 2013 Rpod 171HRE(ORPod) 2016 Lance 1685 2015 Nissan Pathfinder |
Posted By: Race Camper
Date Posted: 05 Sep 2013 at 10:18pm
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Hi new here we have down sized to a RP 171. not really sure how this forum works. We would like to meet other pod owners.
------------- Retired every day is Saturday except Sunday |
Posted By: Sleepless
Date Posted: 05 Sep 2013 at 10:40pm
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Welcome! Where are you located in Illinois? I worked in the Chicago Loop for 35 years, living in Lansing, IL and across the state line in Schererville, IN. Our daughter and one son live in New Lenox and Orland Hills, respectively. Bpb |
Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 06 Sep 2013 at 8:41am
Welcome aboard! ------------- https://calendar.google.com/calendar?cid=cnBvZC5zcG90dGVyQGdtYWlsLmNvbQ - RPod Rallies https://www.google.com/maps/d/embed?mid=1W1foQXGtrjf8aYly1uh0b-bHPfI&hl=en_US - RPod Owner Map |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 06 Sep 2013 at 12:33pm
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Welcome. ------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual
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Posted By: RickandDenise
Date Posted: 06 Sep 2013 at 7:58pm
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Hi welcome We also tow our 2014 178 with a sienna with a tow package
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Posted By: Dottie
Date Posted: 09 Sep 2013 at 8:17pm
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I am gathering info preparing to purchase my first R Pod for myself, my Boykin Spaniel and terrier mix. My dogs love camping, love hiking, love the outdoors. I liked the post where someone called it a large doghouse. I am thrilled to have found this forum and I look forward to meeting other Pod owners and adventurers! ------------- Dottie Hammond |
Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 10 Sep 2013 at 6:38am
We're glad to have you here looking around, always feel free to ask any and all questions you might have. ------------- https://calendar.google.com/calendar?cid=cnBvZC5zcG90dGVyQGdtYWlsLmNvbQ - RPod Rallies https://www.google.com/maps/d/embed?mid=1W1foQXGtrjf8aYly1uh0b-bHPfI&hl=en_US - RPod Owner Map |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 10 Sep 2013 at 8:33am
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Welcome Dottie. ------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual
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Posted By: 2PeasNRPod
Date Posted: 10 Sep 2013 at 7:45pm
Helloooooo Rpod owners. My other pea and I just bought our very first camper ever and on top of that IT'S AN R-POD. WooHoo   the only bummer is we can't get it until next week. I feel like a 6 year old on Christmas Eve. We both grew up camping with tent/pop up campers and can't wait for our first weekend away. I'd love to hear more from campers in Arkansas or Oklahoma and let us know your favorites camping spots. Great forum, we've learned so much------------- Mimi Brett - Pea #1 Mimi - Pea #2 2014 178 |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 10 Sep 2013 at 9:17pm
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Welcome, that's how we felt for the few weeks we waited until we could pick ours up!
------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual
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Posted By: pmpski_1
Date Posted: 12 Sep 2013 at 12:01pm
Hi Erin and Dan (and any others in WA), We're in Kenmore and are shopping for an R-Pod. Would you mind telling us where you bought yours from and how the experience was? Also, if you don't mind, how much under MSRP you paid? Thanks! |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 12 Sep 2013 at 2:31pm
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Welcome. ------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual
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Posted By: Thinker
Date Posted: 16 Sep 2013 at 5:02pm
Hey we have a 171, love it. Downsized from a 36' Diesel Pusher... ! Welcome ------------- Tow Vehicle: 2013 Pathfinder 4WD R-POD Model 171 
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Posted By: GA_RPOD_178
Date Posted: 22 Sep 2013 at 9:11am
Welcome!! -------------  [/URL]
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Posted By: Luvlabs
Date Posted: 24 Sep 2013 at 12:21pm
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Hi We have not yet purchased an R Pod but have narrowed it down to our TT of choice! We are very uncertain as the best way to buy. First thought RV Show but have been doing a lot of online research and finding dealers within a weekend driving distance. Even a so called Wholesale Dealer? I reach out to the group for any suggestions Thanks
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Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 24 Sep 2013 at 1:18pm
Decide the model you want and get quotes from Couch's. If you're willing to do a weekend drive that'd be a perfect place to start your search. ------------- https://calendar.google.com/calendar?cid=cnBvZC5zcG90dGVyQGdtYWlsLmNvbQ - RPod Rallies https://www.google.com/maps/d/embed?mid=1W1foQXGtrjf8aYly1uh0b-bHPfI&hl=en_US - RPod Owner Map |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 24 Sep 2013 at 1:32pm
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Welcome. ------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual
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Posted By: Camper Bob
Date Posted: 24 Sep 2013 at 1:39pm
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Welcome. After you print out a copy of Couch's offer, take it to your local dealer and tell them Couch's is their competition. Work 'em. Also replace that mattress based on others suggestions. Safe Travels. ------------- Camper Bob and Camper Sue Gracie the Wonder Dog (12 LB. Mini Dachshund) 2013 Rpod 171HRE(ORPod) 2016 Lance 1685 2015 Nissan Pathfinder |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 24 Sep 2013 at 2:30pm
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That's what I did with my local dealer. After negotiations they wouldn't go below $14,000 (down from $18k). Pulled out the printout and immediately they dropped within a few hundred dollars. I paid around $12,500 with all options. ------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual
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Posted By: Luvlabs
Date Posted: 24 Sep 2013 at 9:10pm
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Thanks for the suggestions. Time to do some bargaining. Looks like we will zero in on the 176T. We have two Labs and feel the lower bunk would be a great spot for them. |
Posted By: Markie
Date Posted: 24 Sep 2013 at 10:36pm
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Hello everyone, Mark & Vicki here from south central PA. We just purchased our 2013 R-178 and love it. We're still getting it ready to take out. It seems with family obligations, and other commitments we're a little slow getting out in the woods. I've been reading all the forum topics to get the best ideas for storage, ground clearance, mattress, r-dome erection directions etc. and have found a wealth of information. This forum is great! I'm sure I will be spending alot of time reading everything I can. Are there any Podders here in the south central PA area? ------------- Mark & Vicki R-POD 178 & 2015 Silverado 5.3L Weimeraner "Zeke" |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 25 Sep 2013 at 11:55am
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Welcome. I'm directly south of York just south of the PA border. ------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual
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Posted By: Markie
Date Posted: 25 Sep 2013 at 4:56pm
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------------- Mark & Vicki R-POD 178 & 2015 Silverado 5.3L Weimeraner "Zeke" |
Posted By: TerryM
Date Posted: 25 Sep 2013 at 4:59pm
Nothing to say Markie? Terry ------------- RP-175 W/Lift Kit 2011 Ford F-150 4X4 Saint Augustine, FL: The first permanent European settlement in the USA: 1565 |
Posted By: Markie
Date Posted: 25 Sep 2013 at 5:29pm
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That's cool, my brother lives in York PA. and does alot of traveling and camping. I'm meeting both he and my other brother this weekend down in W.V. to look around. Do you have any favorite camp grounds for taking the pod locally? ------------- Mark & Vicki R-POD 178 & 2015 Silverado 5.3L Weimeraner "Zeke" |
Posted By: POD-eh!
Date Posted: 05 Oct 2013 at 1:09pm
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Good day,
First post to the forum...ordered a new 172 on Oct. 1st. from a dealer in Ohio. We are from Windsor Ont Canada. Looking forward to picking it up in the next 4-6 weeks. I have been reading posts, are trying to figure everything out. This is our first trailer...we were tent campers...without my wife and kids (3yr old & 6month old), I prefer backcounty kayak camping. I think we got a great deal on the Pod...fully loaded with risers, rdome and bike rack. Got them to toss in the E2 as well. For now we are towing with our 2008 Jeep Liberty, with a brake controller installed. Hopefully we can get a big vehicle next year. Any newbie advice? Things to look out for? ------------- 2014 RPOD 172 2008 Jeep Liberty |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 05 Oct 2013 at 4:37pm
Welcome. Look out for the curb. Seriously. I'm an experienced trailer-puller and yet I managed to clip a curb with our pod on the first or second trip out. 
------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual
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Posted By: Camper Bob
Date Posted: 05 Oct 2013 at 5:35pm
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Don't fret. While selling Class A diesel pushers I managed to back one into a tree, while viewing the rear camera display. When they indicate that the object is closer than it looks in the view, believe them. Had to replace the entire rear cap of an RV. Fun times. Safe Travels. ------------- Camper Bob and Camper Sue Gracie the Wonder Dog (12 LB. Mini Dachshund) 2013 Rpod 171HRE(ORPod) 2016 Lance 1685 2015 Nissan Pathfinder |
Posted By: P&M
Date Posted: 07 Oct 2013 at 8:23am
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Welcome, and congrats on the Pod purchase! Best advice I can give upfront ... make sure you know where the wife and kids are before you start backing up into a campsite. View behind you is limited to the sides, and really only one side when you are turning and backing at the same time. ------------- P & M ... and Comet too! 2012 171 -- The Monkey Pod 2018 Ram 2500 |
Posted By: GA_RPOD_178
Date Posted: 07 Oct 2013 at 8:44am
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Welcome! My best advice is to read this forum often. Most of the posters have "been there, done that, and have the t-shirt". I have found, as a newbie myself, that using the search features on the web site will yield a lot of answers. Happy podding! ------------- [/URL]
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