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Posted By: retireclose
Subject: New to this site
Date Posted: 20 Jan 2014 at 7:57am
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Purchasing a 178 or 182G, have not decided yet. Leaning towards the 178. We do not tailgate or fish so the garage might not be used much. We've been camping for quite a while. We've had tents, pop-ups, Class C and a 5th wheel. Time to downsize. Looking forward to learning from this forum. And perhaps at some time able help as well. Already thinking of mods. Gary and Jill
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Posted By: rascalrv
Date Posted: 20 Jan 2014 at 9:24am
| Might also want to consider the new Rpod 179 floorplan |
Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 20 Jan 2014 at 9:54am
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We don't tailgate or fish but would not trade the garage in our 181g for anything!! ------------- 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: 20 Jan 2014 at 11:39am
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Welcome to both of you. We would probably go for the 178 if we bought today. ------------- 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: Leo B
Date Posted: 20 Jan 2014 at 11:58am
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Welcome to the group! ------------- Leo & Melissa Bachand 2017 Ford F150 2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk Previously owned 2015 Rpod 179 2010 Rpod 171 |
Posted By: retireclose
Date Posted: 20 Jan 2014 at 2:37pm
| Thanks for your responses. The closest dealer will have a few 179 models in late this month. Were going to wait until we touch and feel but will probably order the 179 after seeing on the web. |
Posted By: rascalrv
Date Posted: 20 Jan 2014 at 5:52pm
| I saw the 179 this past weekend at my rv show and really like it. Lots of inside storage plus the slide is bigger. |
Posted By: HavaPod
Date Posted: 20 Jan 2014 at 11:13pm
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You are in a nice position to be in. When we bought our R-Pod in Dec. 2013, we were mainly debating between the 177 and the new 178 (then). We have been very happy with our 177. The new 179 certainly looks interesting now. The good news is that whatever you choose, we bet that you will enjoy it very much for many years! ------------- Steve and Peggy Thorndill HavaPod 2013 R-Pod 177 Tacoma, WA |
Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 21 Jan 2014 at 8:19am
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I really would encourage folks to see the 179 before you decide on it. Plenty of time before spring to check one out and get a good feel for it or the other models. It really helps to actually sit inside them, sit on the couch, sit at the dinette, lay on the bed. Close the door on yourself while you're in the wetbath and see how that feels!  And most importantly imagine yourself in the space. I can't wait to see what you new members end up with this spring! ------------- 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: rascalrv
Date Posted: 21 Jan 2014 at 9:51am
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I really am sold on the Rpod 179 floorplan after seeing it in person at my "local" RV show and getting to sit in and explore the unit for for quite some time at the show without the sales person bugging me.
The deeper and longer slide is want really sold me on this floorplan along with having the kitchen in the back with all the storage and counter top space.
The wet bath is tight especially with the sink and then having the door closed when in use so that door won't be used much but it sure beats a portable toliet in my current unit plus having the flexibility of the indoor shower if the campground facilities are not desirable.
The inside table I would take out and use in the Rdome on those nice days.
The ottomans with the dinette are a nice addition so you can put your feet up to watch TV, etc. I was surprised how comfortable the cushions were to sit on.
Now I just have to see if I get any serious interest from others with selling my 2014 Rockwood A122BH on my own vs. consignment or trading it in. Either way I will need to special order the 179 with the options that suite my use and won't be able to go camping with it until late April/May due to Wisconsin weather.
Good luck with your search.
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