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Topic: Slide out cover

Posted By: JHoffman
Subject: Slide out cover
Date Posted: 10 Apr 2016 at 3:19pm

Has anyone installed a cover or awning over your slide out? If so, do you have pics of the install and what brand did you use?

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2016 176t Rpod the "Hoffpod"
2010 Toyota Tundra 5.7L

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Posted By: Podster
Date Posted: 10 Apr 2016 at 6:03pm

I bought this one from Paha Que...what model POD do you have. There is a bigger one for the 179/180.

http://pahaquecustom.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1&products_id=7&zenid=d8c311d9a588065a860582bc09a12e24 - http://pahaquecustom.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1&products_id=7&zenid=d8c311d9a588065a860582bc09a12e24

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Cliff & Raelynn
Ranger 4.0/178
(1/2 ton 5,800lb tow capacity)

Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 10 Apr 2016 at 8:41pm

I decided I could not afford one of the commercial ones, so I made one. See my mods.

http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7712&PID=72975#72975 - http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7712&PID=72975#72975

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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,...

http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7712 - ouR escaPOD mods
Former RPod 179
Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS

Posted By: GLBCamper
Date Posted: 10 Apr 2016 at 10:41pm

The rail above my slide out looks different than the other keder rails, plus it has two "down spouts" on either end. Does anyone know if the pahaque one will work on it?

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Old: 2014 177 HRE
2015 Tacoma V6 4x4 Double Cab
New: 2016 EVO ATS 200rd
2016 F150 4x4 Sport

Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 10 Apr 2016 at 11:02pm

It will. Look at the video in the link. It talks about the "down spouts." http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSTtGvc3aBg - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSTtGvc3aBg

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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,...

http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7712 - ouR escaPOD mods
Former RPod 179
Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS

Posted By: GLBCamper
Date Posted: 10 Apr 2016 at 11:19pm

Thanks. I had just found that video too. Ordering one today!

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Old: 2014 177 HRE
2015 Tacoma V6 4x4 Double Cab
New: 2016 EVO ATS 200rd
2016 F150 4x4 Sport

Posted By: furpod
Date Posted: 11 Apr 2016 at 11:15am

Thread... http://www.rpodnation.com/topic2799.html - Awning install.

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Posted By: GLBCamper
Date Posted: 11 Apr 2016 at 11:26am

Related question. The outside top of my slide out seems rough and "unfinished". Has anyone ever used a sealant like flexseal to treat the top?

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Old: 2014 177 HRE
2015 Tacoma V6 4x4 Double Cab
New: 2016 EVO ATS 200rd
2016 F150 4x4 Sport

Posted By: JHoffman
Date Posted: 11 Apr 2016 at 8:44pm

Thanks Podster. I saw that video myself but couldn't find the cover on the web sight. I have your link to it saved in my favorites now. 😁

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2016 176t Rpod the "Hoffpod"
2010 Toyota Tundra 5.7L

Posted By: JHoffman
Date Posted: 11 Apr 2016 at 9:34pm

I like the simplicity of the cover but I'm not to keen on the bungees. I'm thinking that installing stainless steel snaps every 10-12 inches would look much nicer. Something similar to the way RV skirting is installed.

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2016 176t Rpod the "Hoffpod"
2010 Toyota Tundra 5.7L

Posted By: JHoffman
Date Posted: 11 Apr 2016 at 10:04pm

We have the 176T, I'm also thinking about adding more snaps to the bottom of the tent to snap it to the bottom side of the bed. There are only two on it now, one at both inside corners. Our old pop up camper was fastened at several places all the way around the pirimiter.

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2016 176t Rpod the "Hoffpod"
2010 Toyota Tundra 5.7L

Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 11 Apr 2016 at 11:33pm

Originally posted by JHoffman

I like the simplicity of the cover but I'm not to keen on the bungees. I'm thinking that installing stainless steel snaps every 10-12 inches would look much nicer. Something similar to the way RV skirting is installed.

The bungees were stopgap on the one I made. Currently, I am using parachute cord on the three middle ones that extend most of the way down and then short bungee cords for the rest. I did not have a chance to take pictures because I was getting ready to leave on a trip.

I also thought of using snaps. The problem was that I could not locate any suitable snaps before I had to leave, so I chose the best available option.

As for leaving it on or removing it, for now, I am removing it for travel. Ultimately, I want to figure out a way to roll and stow it in place. I just did not have time to do so.

As soon as I can, I'll post a couple of updated pictures.

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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,...

http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7712 - ouR escaPOD mods
Former RPod 179
Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS

Posted By: GLBCamper
Date Posted: 12 Apr 2016 at 5:48pm

I like that idea, but how would you attach snaps to the pod? I would hate to use screw snaps and I doubt "peel and stick" would last long.

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Old: 2014 177 HRE
2015 Tacoma V6 4x4 Double Cab
New: 2016 EVO ATS 200rd
2016 F150 4x4 Sport

Posted By: JHoffman
Date Posted: 12 Apr 2016 at 7:36pm

I was thinking that stainless steel marine snaps with a dab of sealant under the snap would be ok. If it works on boats it should work on a camper. The screw will mostly seal itself and the dab of sealant will take care of the rest. Figured it wouldn't be any different then screwing a light fixture or outdoor speaker to the side.

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2016 176t Rpod the "Hoffpod"
2010 Toyota Tundra 5.7L

Posted By: SandD
Date Posted: 12 Apr 2016 at 8:40pm

These would work better than snaps for holding power.
http://www.sailrite.com/Common-Sense-Fastener-Cloth-to-Surface-Complete-5-8-Screw

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There are two types of people in the world. Those who like RPODs and those who are wrong.

Rpodder
2014 RPOD 178
06 Tacoma Prerunner TRD

Posted By: JHoffman
Date Posted: 12 Apr 2016 at 9:42pm

I like that idea. I've seen those before but forgot about them.

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2016 176t Rpod the "Hoffpod"
2010 Toyota Tundra 5.7L

Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 13 Apr 2016 at 4:22pm

SandD, Those have the same issue as snaps in that it will require drilling holes in the metal or the fiberglass. I would not mind if it were just long enough to go through and be backed up by a locknut or lockwasher and nut, but the screws are much too long. Cutting them off after installing would really be a pain. There would also be the risk of damaging it while doing so.

The cords and short bungees seem to be the better solution for now. I am still looking for a viable alternative.

Edit: I just posted a new picture in my mods which shows the improved attachment method I am using.

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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,...

http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7712 - ouR escaPOD mods
Former RPod 179
Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS

Posted By: GLBCamper
Date Posted: 20 Apr 2016 at 5:45pm

Just an update. It was just 10 days from order placed to delivered for my PaHaQue slide cover! Can't wait to try it out!

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Old: 2014 177 HRE
2015 Tacoma V6 4x4 Double Cab
New: 2016 EVO ATS 200rd
2016 F150 4x4 Sport