No Complaints!
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Topic: No Complaints!
Posted By: coopercdrkey
Subject: No Complaints!
Date Posted: 10 Mar 2016 at 9:34am
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Having read a number of threads documenting myriad problems with R-pod's, I thought I would give ours a report card. 2013 R177- It must have been built on a Wednesday morning by a crew who had a nourishing breakfast, and finished after a very satisfying lunch break. After learning how to use the Dometic fridge- (Pre-chill on AC overnight prior to departure, switching to battery for the trip and back to AC at the campsite), and correcting the water heater valves that had been left in bypass, we have had absolutely no leaks, no fiberglass cracks or crazing, no soggy floors, no construction trash left behind any panels, etc., etc. Our sole (constructive) criticism concerns the athwartship queen bunk. How it can be shared by a couple is a mystery to me. (Easily solved by making up the dinette, but if we ever upgrade it will be to a trailer with fore-and aft arrangements. I do enjoy sleeping with my wife....) Overall, we think our 177 has pretty much everything we need, and nothing we do not. Thumbs up to FR on this nice little trailer! ------------- Bob and Joyce Jennifer and Baxter, the Campin' Cocker Spaniels RP 177 "Key Pod" Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT / Z71 |
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Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 10 Mar 2016 at 9:48am
Always nice to see the positive reviews every now and then. Too few of us will make a post about how well our own Pods have performed or held up over the years. ------------- 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: Camper Bob
Date Posted: 10 Mar 2016 at 1:52pm
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As I posted in the past, we all purchased our Pods when daily production was 1/3 of what it is today. Our 2013 is solid as a rock. No problems. I wonder how much of that can be attributed to the slower production rate as well as a very capable delivering dealer. Something to ponder. Safe Travels. ------------- Camper Bob and Camper Sue Gracie the Wonder Dog (12 LB. Mini Dachshund) 2013 Rpod 171HRE(ORPod) 2016 Lance 1685 2015 Nissan Pathfinder |
Posted By: TheBum
Date Posted: 10 Mar 2016 at 2:01pm
| A lot of it could have been the dealer. Our dealer didn't like the looks of some of the trim pieces, so they ordered new ones before we took delivery. I got a call today that they've come in. |
Posted By: jato
Date Posted: 10 Mar 2016 at 4:42pm
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Bob and Joyce. Great to hear how pleased you have been with your 177. We ordered our 177 in January 2011 and picked it up the first of March. Like you we have been blessed with a great unit with zero problems except for 2 that were owner screw-ups. #1 Forgetting to open the bypass and frying the hot water element - my cost to fix - $ 19.00. #2 Boondocking on our property on Lake Michigan near Manistique (UP) Michigan and nearly tearing off the two rear stabilizers. Bent them back and have lived with wobbly stabilizers since until a month ago, ordered two new ones at a cost of $ 85.00 on Amazon. So apart from those two mis-haps, we are very pleased, like you. ------------- God's pod '11 model 177 '17 Ford F-150 4WD 3.5 Ecoboost Jim and Diane by beautiful Torch Lake "...and you will know the Truth and the Truth will set you free." |
Posted By: Leo B
Date Posted: 10 Mar 2016 at 4:57pm
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Agree about the bed! But really enjoy our pod!
------------- Leo & Melissa Bachand 2017 Ford F150 2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk Previously owned 2015 Rpod 179 2010 Rpod 171 |
Posted By: ron_whitt
Date Posted: 11 Mar 2016 at 5:08pm
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We have a 2012 177. We've had a spider crack fixed, door out of square, and door lock replaced. All fixed under warranty with absolutely no problems from FR or our dealer (Travel-Mor of Ottawa) I agree totally with camper bob.. Its your dealer who 98% of the time who makes or breaks how you feel about your pod. And I 100% going to trade (if I do) for another trailer with Travel-Mor. ------------- Ron & Shirley 2020 Tacoma 2012 177 rpod |
Posted By: sailor323
Date Posted: 11 Mar 2016 at 9:41pm
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We have put over 7000 miles on our 2016 179 since we bought it in June 2015. We have had no problems with it to date. We've driven on some of the most incredibly poor roads in Mexico, we've put up with wind and rain in Florida. The only real problem we've had is that the gasket around the slide out was improperly installed, something that we noticed within days of taking possession. Maybe we'll get it fixed when we get home. Our only complaint has been the lack of 12V plugs. We've installed them ourselves. |
Posted By: RVCouple
Date Posted: 12 Mar 2016 at 2:21pm
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No complaints here either. Bought a new 179 back in October, 2015 and only used it for 3 nights on the way home from the dealer. With only the bare essentials for camping, that was not a true test so couldn't wait for spring to really try it out. Have now had it out for a longer camping experience and found no real problems even after camping through torrential rains. Everything seems to work well. Our only concern is that the water doesn't get as hot as I would like. ------------- 2016 R-Pod 179 |
Posted By: CharlieM
Date Posted: 12 Mar 2016 at 3:14pm
Most warm hot water problems are due to the water heater bypass valves being set incorrectly. New Pods usually come set that way for some reason. Check that the two outer valves are open (handles parallel to the pipes) and the middle valve is closed (perpendicular to the pipe). The WH heats to 130F which is very hot. For faster recovery the WH can run on propane and electricity simultaneously. ------------- Charlie Northern Colorado OLD: 2013 RP-172, 2010 Honda Pilot 3.5L 4WD PRESENT: 2014 Camplite 21RBS, 2013 Supercharged Tacoma 4L V6 4WD |
Posted By: jato
Date Posted: 12 Mar 2016 at 3:27pm
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Good point Charlie. If one follows your advice they will find that the 130 degree water is HOT enough for any ones liking. Since we normally dry camp we usually go the propane route and believe me our water is very HOT.
------------- God's pod '11 model 177 '17 Ford F-150 4WD 3.5 Ecoboost Jim and Diane by beautiful Torch Lake "...and you will know the Truth and the Truth will set you free." |
Posted By: RVCouple
Date Posted: 13 Mar 2016 at 11:14am
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I've been planning to check the valves but haven't wanted to crawl up under the bed yet. The rpod is still in the campground. Will probably do so when we bring it back home. ------------- 2016 R-Pod 179 |
Posted By: RVCouple
Date Posted: 30 Mar 2016 at 5:25pm
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Just to update my earlier post. After another lukewarm shower, I did crawl up under the bed and turned the bypass valve. Now my water is hot enough to scald you. The hard part was getting those tiny screws loose. I used Velcro strips to fasten the cover back so it should be easy to remove when I need to winterize. ------------- 2016 R-Pod 179 |
Posted By: Hi-Line
Date Posted: 30 Mar 2016 at 8:32pm
| Glad to see at least some happy campers! I got my 2016 179 last summer from a high-volume, reputable dealer and have had no problems...knock on wood...but I've only used it about 2 weeks to date, towed it approx. 2,000 miles with a Toyota Tundra. I love the camper! |
Posted By: Leo B
Date Posted: 30 Mar 2016 at 8:47pm
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Good to hear!
------------- Leo & Melissa Bachand 2017 Ford F150 2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk Previously owned 2015 Rpod 179 2010 Rpod 171 |
Posted By: Keith-N-Dar
Date Posted: 31 Mar 2016 at 11:14am
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There are lots more good outcomes than bad ones. Sadly the few that have problems include a few that prefer to whine instead if working with their dealer. They post endlessly on the internet and give false impressions to others about quality.
------------- Keith-N-Dar Boris & Betty (Boston Terriers) 2011 R-Pod 177 2010 Ford F-150 |
Posted By: Stevecheuv
Date Posted: 03 May 2016 at 7:45pm
| I have a 2011 172 and my wife lost the water heater cover on outside of camper. What are dimensions of a replacement |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 04 May 2016 at 9:06pm
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Not sure if you need white or off-white, but here you go: http://www.adventurerv.net/suburban-water-heater-access-door-gal-colonial-white-radius-corner-p-5020.html?gclid=CjwKEAjwu6a5BRC53sW0w9677RcSJABoFn4sCv3UjJ9f2IzcIA1PKLb4PTGTGOTPEhUIJnN_mW23VRoCq9jw_wcB&utm_campaign=partsfeed_ppc&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=Froogle - http://www.adventurerv.net/suburban-water-heater-access-door-gal-colonial-white-radius-corner-p-5020.html?gclid=CjwKEAjwu6a5BRC53sW0w9677RcSJABoFn4sCv3UjJ9f2IzcIA1PKLb4PTGTGOTPEhUIJnN_mW23VRoCq9jw_wcB&utm_campaign=partsfeed_ppc&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=Froogle ------------- 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: par49
Date Posted: 20 Aug 2016 at 10:25pm
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Glad to hear you have had no problems. It will remain to be seen on the newer 2016 models. Thanks for the input.
------------- par |