Rpod covers
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Topic: Rpod covers
Posted By: G-Force
Subject: Rpod covers
Date Posted: 07 Feb 2014 at 11:49am
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I'm thinking a cover for my new 178 wouldnt be a bad idea. Forest River now stocks a cover made by “R,D &G”, sold only by FR. for $400. They say it has a zip-off door. Breathable polyester w/a urethane coating (so how is it breathable?) so moisture wont build up. Their 18’(?) model fits 178 Hood River editions, and garage models. FR now makes a 19’ 179, and they have an even longer cover to fit that model. FR says that preventing sun fading is the primary purpose, and that the Cool Vanilla (lamilux 3000) shouldn’t fade, but the decals will peel off. Snow getting into the a/c isn’t a problem. So the question is, is it worth $400? “Adventure Classics” makes a
custom cover for Rpods, and they sell for $144 on Amazon. They look just like the description of the RDG one for $400, but as of early winter 2014, they didnt make one long enough to fit the 178. The 2 sizes available are too small. Maybe with the popularity of 178s and the new longer 179, they'll come out with a 3rd, larger size in the future. So my questions: Does anyone have experience with the RDG cover, and is a cover worth the expense? |
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Posted By: Kokopod
Date Posted: 07 Feb 2014 at 12:57pm
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We have the cover for the 177. Paid $400 from Forest River 2 years ago. It fits perfectly. It's really nice to be able to unzip it to get inside during the winter. We have been told by many that if a cover doesn't fit properly, it can be worse than no cover at all (wind scraping the cover against the surface of the camper). We felt a quality cover was well worth the investment. ------------- 2017 Jayco Melbourne 24k 2013 Premier 19FBPR Formerly-2013 R-pod 177HRE 2011 Dodge Durango Love a good road trip |
Posted By: outermostpod
Date Posted: 07 Feb 2014 at 1:05pm
| We have the FR cover for our 178. This is our first winter with the pod, so I can't speak to whether it would be better with or without a cover - but we figured since we cover our boat, we should cover our pod. Keeps the pine sap off at a minimum. The FR cover seems very well made and fits the 178 perfectly. The zippered door opening is a nice feature. We ran some bungees underneath just to keep it in place but it fits so well that is probably overkill. |
Posted By: Goose
Date Posted: 07 Feb 2014 at 7:03pm
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This is the 4th winter with the cover on it, although the first winter really doesn't count as the POD was in a cave all winter. The last three have been outside and covered, no peeling of any of the decals, no mold issues and it stays clean all year as I keep the cover on it unless we are going out.
Spent $400 for the cover from FR when we bought the POD, well worth the price. Ours is canvas so I wonder if someone else is making the covers for FR. Goose ------------- Mother Goose's Caboose..2011 RP171..07 Grand Cherokee 
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Posted By: Craneman
Date Posted: 07 Feb 2014 at 7:44pm
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We got a cover with our 2010 174 and have never used it, haven't even taken it out of the canvas bag. We keep it in our dry loft. Could make someone a heck of a deal,as we don't need it. Moe ------------- Jo and Gary, 2010-174,2011 F150 
Jo and Gary 2010 174 2011 Ford 150 |
Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 07 Feb 2014 at 9:10pm
The third larger sized one from Classic Accessories launched in December, it is available now instead of the one from Forest River. ------------- 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: John Roots
Date Posted: 19 Feb 2014 at 2:22pm
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On a related subject, I'm looking for an RDome for my 171. Any thoughts on who sells them? Haven't seen anything on eBay. ------------- Frosty |
Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 19 Feb 2014 at 2:29pm
yuh i've not seen them on ebay lately either. many online rv places and even camping world have them but they are cheaper from Forest River directly right now. haven't seen anyone sell one here since last season. once the camping season really kicks into gear you might see someone trying to sell one here. some owners just don't use them and you can get good deals. ------------- 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: headcold
Date Posted: 19 Feb 2014 at 6:41pm
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For my 172, I bought a cover from Northern Tool. It fit well. It was construction of a light, Tyvek type material, but it turned out it was highly durable, particularly in our occasional 60-70 MPH winds. My current 177 came with the Forest River cover, make of a heavier material. It also fits well, but heavier and more difficult to slide over the top of the pod, particularly over that sword-like TV antenna, but it is equally durable. There is enough give and space between the pod and either cover to keep it well ventilated and mold-free - at least in semi-arid SW MT. |
Posted By: headcold
Date Posted: 19 Feb 2014 at 6:43pm
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Regarding buying a 171. I thought that I saw one for sale - used - at Broadmoor RV in Pasco when I picked up my new used 177 in late November. Call Bill Michaels there to check if it is still there.The phone number for Broadmoor is on the web. |
Posted By: Julia1961
Date Posted: 19 Feb 2014 at 9:56pm
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I would be interested if it would fit an RPod 173. 2010. Ill do some research, let me know if you Decide on a price, I live in Florida.
My name is Julia, I spelled it incorrectly when I first joined, I was sleepy that night....  ------------- The Vintage Glamper Lilly Pod |
Posted By: chiman
Date Posted: 20 Feb 2014 at 6:39pm
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I just bought a Classic Adventure cover from my local dealer. I got it home and opened the box and noted that it was the model two. The box itself plainly states how since December how they now measure what model you are supposed to buy. Using that guide and and from a phone call to Classic Adventure I am supposed to use the model three, not the two. The local dealer swears the model two is what I should have for my 2014 178, but using the directions on Classic website, the box the cover comes in and my call to Classic the model two is not the correct model for the 178, the model three is the correct one. You are now supposed to measure from the back end of the pod all the way to the end of the hitch in the front and that measurement comes to 20 feet which calls for the model three as the model two is for the pods that measure 18 ft or so using the new way to measure. Although you are now supposed to measure the new way, the cover will not cover the battery or the propane tank but that is standard with their covers. My local dealer is going to contact Classic as they are confused on the subject as they state they were told by a Classic rep at a recent dealer show to use the model two on the 178, but I have been told by Classic that that is wrong and the model three is the correct on for the 178 and the directions on the box the cover comes in also states the 178 takes the model three. I hope they sort it all out as I currently have something (have not taken it out of the box) that Classic states is the wrong model yet the dealer swears that it (the model two) is the correct cover for the 178. Hope the get it straight soon!!!  Rphelps ------------- 2017 180 "Frog" towed by 2017 Toyota Tacoma with co-pilot "Willow" a 80 lb Labradoodle |
Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 20 Feb 2014 at 7:26pm
it is 100% the model 3 for 178 and 18xg model Rpods. those were made specifically for the bigger pods. hope they get it straightened out for you! ------------- 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 Feb 2014 at 9:05pm
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Julia I can change your user name if you want, let me know.
------------- 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: rimshot
Date Posted: 23 Feb 2014 at 9:42pm
| I was wondering just how difficult it is to put the cover on your R-pod. Just got mine home and I have it park under a tree so I thought I'd just cover the top up with one of those cheap blue tarps to keep the tree debris off. There was a very slight breeze and needless to say it's still not covered. I've decided to take the trees out since they're starting to damage my driveway but I may still may get a cover to keep the sun off of it....Bill |
Posted By: SeattleMALCKS
Date Posted: 24 Feb 2014 at 3:02pm
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You can find a cover for the 178 at:
http://classicaccessories.com/rv-covers/travel-trailer/new-polypro-3-r-pod-trailer-cover.html But it is cheaper on Amazon rather from Classic. I haven't bought one yet but am looking into it. |
Posted By: LN22
Date Posted: 06 Mar 2014 at 8:30am
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Amazon has the covers for the 20' Pods. Cheaper than ordering fm Classic. If you're a Prime member, shipping is free. Just ordered one and will let you know how it fits. Dick ------------- "Smart folk learn from their own experiences, wise ones from other peoples" |
Posted By: Markie
Date Posted: 11 Mar 2014 at 12:36pm
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I'm interested in purchasing a cover for my 178 and I called Classic Accessories to ask if the 20' model accomiodates the antenna and AC unit on the roof. They said the cover wasn't designed for it. Has anyone actually tried the Classic Accessories cover on their 178? how's it fit? Thanks in advance for any response. Mark ------------- Mark & Vicki R-POD 178 & 2015 Silverado 5.3L Weimeraner "Zeke" |
Posted By: furpod
Date Posted: 11 Mar 2014 at 1:36pm
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It will cover them fine. It just won't have pockets for them like the FR one does. They say the same thing about the size 2 cover.
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