Hello From GA
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Topic: Hello From GA
Posted By: georgiapeach
Subject: Hello From GA
Date Posted: 10 Jun 2014 at 10:00am
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Hello from steamy GA! We used to have an R-Pod 173 (one of the original models) and didn't like the cramped feel, with no slide and no storage. We currently have an Aliner Classic, figuring that if we're going to be cramped, we might as well enjoy the benefits of easier and cheaper towing than the R-Pod 173 gave us. Well, the cheaper towing and smaller tow vehicle is great, but the lack of a bathroom, no storage to speak of, AND tight space has proven a bit much. After two years, we're trying to sell it, especially after getting a look at the new R-Pod 179! It has STORAGE, as well as a bathroom (albeit a small one). We'll see if our Aliner sells. If so, we may be rejoining the Podder world - fingers crossed! We tow with a 2010 Nissan Pathfinder, which is a more than adequate tow vehicle for an R-Pod. ------------- Beth and Joe 3 Grown non-camping children 2 camping dogs |
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Posted By: Hairy Podders
Date Posted: 10 Jun 2014 at 12:12pm
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We all welcome you & hope to see you back in a Pod! ------------- Darryl, Julie & Lindsey Cooper & Libby- Devoted Canines 2014 RP178 2006 Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 10 Jun 2014 at 1:37pm
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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: David and Danette
Date Posted: 11 Jun 2014 at 6:47am
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Welcome from steamy Florida! Hope you are able to sell your Aliner soon and be able to buy the r-pod 179 the camper you want. It's a very popular model Forest River is having no problem selling them. ------------- 2018 Vista Cruiser 19BFD (2018- 2012 Vibe 6503 (2014-2019) 2009 r-pod 171 (2009-2014) Middle Tn 2014 Ram 1500 Quad cab |
Posted By: Leo B
Date Posted: 11 Jun 2014 at 5:34pm
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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: georgiapeach
Date Posted: 11 Jun 2014 at 10:41pm
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Thank you for the warm welcome! We found out today that the woman who looked at our Aliner last weekend is going to buy it! She's going to pick it up Monday. Once that happens, we'll start seriously searching for the best deal. We have a dealer in Marietta, GA, but I've also been in contact with Couch's RV and have gotten a good quote. I'd rather deal locally, so we're going to try and see if our dealer will come close to matching Couch's price. Right now, they're about $3000 or so apart, not taking shipping into consideration. ------------- Beth and Joe 3 Grown non-camping children 2 camping dogs |
Posted By: SeaPod
Date Posted: 14 Jun 2014 at 9:00am
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Welcome GeorgiaPeach.
We purchased a 179 memorial weekend from petes RV in Schererville IN for $13,990 base price. It was fun road tripping up there to pick it up. Give Scott a call. Petesrv.com. I live our SeaPod. The small bathroom concerned me at first, but decided that we wouldn't be doing a whole lot if boondocking, so it would probably only get used in the middle of the night. Love the storage. Have fun! ------------- SeaPod 2014 R-179 2013 Honda Pilot |
Posted By: Hairy Podders
Date Posted: 14 Jun 2014 at 10:54am
My wife declared that she would NOT be using the shower in our 178. And the toilet ONLY at night. Until the first camping trip happened....  ------------- Darryl, Julie & Lindsey Cooper & Libby- Devoted Canines 2014 RP178 2006 Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 14 Jun 2014 at 1:20pm
Happens a lot.  ------------- 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: Old Hippy
Date Posted: 14 Jun 2014 at 2:47pm
| Tried the shower for the first time yesterday ..whoa that's one small shower !! Don't drop the soap!! Don't forget to turn on the water heater first !! |
Posted By: Keith-N-Dar
Date Posted: 14 Jun 2014 at 4:05pm
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You either get used to it or not. If it is the best shower available we use ours. The toilet is used for convenience in the middle of the night. For us it works well. Some decide to move up to a camper with a dry bath. Our biggest dissatisfier is not being able to walk around the bed. If anything makes us switch campers that will be it. ------------- Keith-N-Dar Boris & Betty (Boston Terriers) 2011 R-Pod 177 2010 Ford F-150 |
Posted By: dsmiths
Date Posted: 14 Jun 2014 at 10:30pm
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Keith hit the nail on the head. Donna wants a walk around bed, we have talked about getting something different but its not that big of a deal. Yeah the Pod bath is tight, but I have used the shower several times and I have NEVER gotten lost in there. We use the camp ground showers if they are clean, but sometimes if its late and we came back from a live concert and its chilly, look out, I going to hit the hot shower and then some Andy Griffith DVD's and then its lights out. ------------- Dane and Donna Smith 2011 RP-172 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer 4X4 lift kit prodigy wireless brake controller |