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Topic: newbie
Posted By: carl
Subject: newbie
Date Posted: 09 Jul 2014 at 9:35pm
| Hi, been lurking here for awhile reading all the info. I just took a peek at the R pod 179 & 178 that my local dealer just got in. Been waiting for a long time till he got them in, so that i can see them up close. I must say, I am impressed with all that they have. If my local guy comes in close to Couch`s quote, i will get it from him. If not i will be taking a ride to OH. I drive a 2012 Rav4 V6/tow package 3.5L 269Hp. 3500lbs tow limit. I have been searching for the past year all over the place. LOL likes this one. I`ll be asking ?? as time goes on. Thanks, Carl |
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Posted By: rpodcamper.com
Date Posted: 09 Jul 2014 at 9:40pm
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Welcome! What part of pa are you in? In Adamstown pea outside of reading Pa is Stoltzfus that sells r-pods. They have been know to come close to couches pricing. I bought mine from them |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 10 Jul 2014 at 12:07am
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Welcome. I bought mine from Stolzfus as well, and they did come very close to Couch's (with a printout from Couch's in-hand). I do not recommend their service department, as you'll see in a post I made elsewhere. ------------- 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: WillThrill
Date Posted: 10 Jul 2014 at 1:30am
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We just bought a 177, and our TV is a 2005 GMC Envoy XL with the inline 6 cylinder engine and towing package. It tows without too much problem (we keep it at about 55-60 mph for safety and fuel efficiency), but you really have to slow up a LOT in the mountains.
The 178 and 179 are a bit heavier, so I wouldn't recommend either for a RAV4 if you intend on pulling your Pod through any mountainous areas. If you do, I would recommend taking it very easy (i.e. sloowww). ------------- "Not all those who wander are lost." Tolkien 2014 Hood River 177 2005 GMC Envoy XL |
Posted By: Leo B
Date Posted: 10 Jul 2014 at 5:37am
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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 |