Finally a new owner
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Topic: Finally a new owner
Posted By: Jannie
Subject: Finally a new owner
Date Posted: 26 Mar 2015 at 10:24am
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I got an RPod 179 and have been getting it ready for travel. I slept in it last night. I have put a 3" memory foam on the bed and it was really comfy. My dog Snuffy isn't happy with the trailer but I hope he will get used to it soon. I'm having trouble with the TV. I played a movie last night and really couldn't see it well. I wish there was an attachment I could get to swivel it down so I could see it better. Still having color issues too. I already changed out the 750 key to one I found at Lowes. It pays to read as much as you can about this new experience. :) I've booked my first jaunt not far from me but couldn't get in until Easter weekend.
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Posted By: furpod
Date Posted: 26 Mar 2015 at 1:02pm
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There are tilting/swiveling mounts for the TV, can make quite a difference as I understand.. We don't watch much TV, and ours is different from yours..
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Posted By: Jannie
Date Posted: 26 Mar 2015 at 2:21pm
| I think it's because i was trying out all the stuff in my trailer. I'm still in the driveway at home. LOL |
Posted By: Leo B
Date Posted: 26 Mar 2015 at 2:44pm
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Welcome! Congrats on your 179!! http://www.jensenrvdirect.com/flat-panel-lcd-tv-wall-mount-bracket-with-double-swing-arm-extension-148.html this one was recommended as one that fit the r-pods. ------------- Leo & Melissa Bachand 2017 Ford F150 2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk Previously owned 2015 Rpod 179 2010 Rpod 171 |
Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 26 Mar 2015 at 3:02pm
Congratulations and welcome, if it's not too far of a trek for you there is an upcoming Rally in Townsend TN, towards the end of April. Come join some us if you can. I hope Snuffy adapts and flourishes on your journeys. Sometimes they just need some time to acclimate. Good luck. ------------- 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: Jannie
Date Posted: 26 Mar 2015 at 8:22pm
| How can I get more info on the rally? Is there a site somewhere? |
Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 27 Mar 2015 at 8:16am
Jannie I will send you some messages here for it. And some contact info. Check your Personal Message folder here. I'm not sure if it's on the campout section here or not, I forget sometimes which rallies end up where. ------------- 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: 27 Mar 2015 at 3:50pm
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About your dog - ours never quite settled into the pod. He would barely eat on a weekend trip, for instance. Always thought he was never quite comfortable in camp. Suddenly on the few trips we've had with our new camper he acts just like he does at home. Odd. Hope yours loves your pod! ------------- 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: DataSquid
Date Posted: 28 Mar 2015 at 8:26pm
Sorry, I've tried searching the forum but can't find any reference to what you recommend be done with the key. Care to elaborate? My hunch is they have a common key across all units, and you switched out the cylinder for a unique key? ------------- -- Dan 2015 R-Pod 179 TV 2014 Audi Q5 TDI RP related videos at: https://www.youtube.com/user/DataSquid (Add me to your Google+ Circles to see all posted vids) |
Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 29 Mar 2015 at 8:01am
That's correct DataSquid, your outdoor storage passthru bins will all have a common key that is practically everywhere in the RV world. A lot of us, sometimes just for our own ease will change out the locks on these areas either with different keyed models from other manucaturers, or even other RV specific ones that have different key types, or even combination type locks. ------------- 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: DataSquid
Date Posted: 29 Mar 2015 at 9:54am
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Ah, but not the main entry door, correct? ------------- -- Dan 2015 R-Pod 179 TV 2014 Audi Q5 TDI RP related videos at: https://www.youtube.com/user/DataSquid (Add me to your Google+ Circles to see all posted vids) |
Posted By: furpod
Date Posted: 29 Mar 2015 at 12:29pm
Correct. Sort of. Every dealer, and I am sure lots of other people have a master key for the main door LATCH. Not for the deadbolt that I am aware of. Many dealerships only lock the handle, so a salesman doesn't have to carry a hundred sets of keys.. ------------- |
Posted By: Jannie
Date Posted: 29 Mar 2015 at 12:49pm
| Maybe it wasn't on this forum but several of the other forums mention that the "750" key is easy to get into because a skeleton is easily made. By 750 look on your keys for the 751 or 750 something and switch it out. There have been numerous thefts from the valuable stuff you put in your "basement" (I call it the boot). Super easy less than $5 fix. Just remember to take the original cylinder with you when you go to Lowes so you get the right length. |
Posted By: Jannie
Date Posted: 29 Mar 2015 at 12:52pm
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yes the key that fits the side door where you put stuff. Not the main door I posted a more elaborate explanation below
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Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 29 Mar 2015 at 2:02pm
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You can buy every possible key for the man door for about $56 from Fastec. Not to mention any of the cargo or man doors can be pried open easily. ------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual
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