Excited to join the R-Pod community!
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Topic: Excited to join the R-Pod community!
Posted By: dalybugs
Subject: Excited to join the R-Pod community!
Date Posted: 25 Jan 2015 at 1:24pm
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We are long time tent campers who have just gotten a 176 for our family of four. We're kind of giddy over the prospect of having the beds made and the kitchen ready when we are. The rest of it is a little intimidating from a new-comers perspective. Anything you wish you'd known when you first got started would be greatly appreciated. :) I've had a look at some of the mods that people have made, and we're looking forward to making this rpod our own! Thanks for making a space for us to share our adventures & enthusiasm! ------------- Thinking of calling her the "Escape Pod" 2015 R-Pod 176 2011 Honda Pilot 4WD |
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Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 25 Jan 2015 at 2:00pm
Glad to have you with us and welcome to Podding. A 176 works really well for those with bigger familys, we all here really hope you all have lots of great adventures in yours! No need to be intimidated by an R-Pod, a lot of us went straight from tents to this amazing little trailer. You'll find yourselves experts in no time. As far as things I wish I had known hmmm, well one of the best tips I ever learned was to just keep a list while you're at camp. You'll find that you're washing or cooking or just in the bathroom and you'll think, gee, I wish we had this or knew to bring this with us. Make a note and have it for next time. 5 seasons later and I still update our list every time we Pod. So glad to have you here!! ------------- 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: dalybugs
Date Posted: 25 Jan 2015 at 5:03pm
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Thanks! That's a great tip. ------------- Thinking of calling her the "Escape Pod" 2015 R-Pod 176 2011 Honda Pilot 4WD |
Posted By: J&Jcf
Date Posted: 25 Jan 2015 at 6:22pm
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We have been camping for a long time (tent,small TT,large TT & rpod 171). Each offered different experiences and options. We got our pod in August. We have used it 3 times since then. The first time was for 2 days (bought used out of state) and found out what repairs needed to be made and some possible mods. 2 trips since and each trip I get ideas of upgrades and mods that would make it more comfortable & usable. Each trip make a mental note or list of possible improvements. Also check all info on the rpod forums. ------------- J. - 2011 rpod 171 |
Posted By: Podster
Date Posted: 25 Jan 2015 at 6:55pm
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Congratulations on your new POD! The tip I offer is boring, but one of the best things that will help you get acquainted fast with your new POD is RTMs. Read all The Manuals, and then read them all again, and then get them organized and keep them with you on camping trips. Have Fun! ------------- Cliff & Raelynn Ranger 4.0/178 (1/2 ton 5,800lb tow capacity) |
Posted By: J&Jcf
Date Posted: 25 Jan 2015 at 6:58pm
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Just thought a little more about helpful hints on using a TT. These are only to personal preference 1) I always travel with a empty water tank (always sterilized fresh water tank before each use: unless trips are very close together) 2) empty gray & black water tanks before leaving last CG. This is all extra weight to tow. 3) Don't forget to fill up fresh water tank before setting up on a site.4) If you have rdome and plan on using it make sure site is big enough to fit it on(at least ten extra feet). 5) check lights and brakes each time you hookup( I keep a short piece of broom handle cut to length to fit to push brake and seat ) so I can check on them myself. Should see that all lights working and hear humming by each wheel if brakes operating. I set brake control to come on just after or at same time as tow vehicle (TV). Each brake controllled is different on settings. Dealer (if new) should have helped set this up. I am sure there are other hint others can make to help you out.
Enjoy your experience and don't be afraid to ask for info or help from other RVers at anyplace you camp. We have all been there . ------------- J. - 2011 rpod 171 |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 25 Jan 2015 at 7:49pm
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Welcome. Do a test camp in Camp Driveway. Also do some practice backups at the local school parking lot if you aren't good at backing up. Finally read up in the link in my signature. ------------- 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: Pod4Two
Date Posted: 25 Jan 2015 at 9:45pm
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Welcome ------------- Ina & Philip Kennedy 2011 -177 2014 GMC Z71 4x4 |
Posted By: Leo B
Date Posted: 26 Jan 2015 at 7:11am
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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 |