Packing the Pantry in our 179
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Topic: Packing the Pantry in our 179
Posted By: M&M
Subject: Packing the Pantry in our 179
Date Posted: 22 Aug 2016 at 11:54am
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Good Morning All, We're looking to take our first trip out this weekend. We have some stuff packed in the pantry. How do you keep it from shifting from side to side? We've put some stuff in baskets. Is this even a problem or am I just overthinking it? Please let me know. Thanks, Marty ------------- 2017 179 "Big Sexy" 2012 Honda Pilot |
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Posted By: Camper Bob
Date Posted: 22 Aug 2016 at 12:10pm
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For us we just pack what we think we will need and shut the cabinet doors. Never had any problems. We do have a few metal baskets for a few items but most just sit on the shelves. Do take a pad of paper to write down the things you forgot or need to add next time. Safe Travels. Don't forget the adult beverages. ------------- 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: M&M
Date Posted: 22 Aug 2016 at 12:38pm
Thanks Camper Bob. That's good to know. We just didn't want to open the pantry and find a huge mess. We have a cooler ready for the adult beverages  ------------- 2017 179 "Big Sexy" 2012 Honda Pilot |
Posted By: Camper Bob
Date Posted: 22 Aug 2016 at 12:40pm
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Don't forget to pack some hoagies for lunch. 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: Leo B
Date Posted: 22 Aug 2016 at 1:34pm
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Hoagie's and adult beverages.........sounds like a great trip! ------------- Leo & Melissa Bachand 2017 Ford F150 2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk Previously owned 2015 Rpod 179 2010 Rpod 171 |
Posted By: furpod
Date Posted: 22 Aug 2016 at 1:50pm
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We don't have a 179.. but storage is storage. Over the years we have learned, sometimes, shift happens. When it does, have an adult beverage and rearrange.. ain't no big deal.  ------------- |
Posted By: john in idaho
Date Posted: 22 Aug 2016 at 3:32pm
| Use lots of small cardboard boxes and baskets. Turn the boxes on end to make a second shelf. If it is in a box it can't shift very far. And we use paper plates - the stiff kind that pack easy. We started last year precooking meals - like fry lots of bacon and freeze it, and make a big batch of pancakes and freeze them. or a big batch of french toast. Helps cut down on storage space. |
Posted By: M&M
Date Posted: 22 Aug 2016 at 4:10pm
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Thanks everyone for the great suggestions, I appreciate it. I'll let you know how we make out. "Shift Happens" Furpod, that was great! ------------- 2017 179 "Big Sexy" 2012 Honda Pilot |
Posted By: sailor323
Date Posted: 22 Aug 2016 at 6:45pm
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We have shelves in the pantry of "Shore Leave," our 179. We use bars across the opening and a net as well to keep things from shifting too much |
Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 22 Aug 2016 at 7:14pm
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We found some rectangular wire baskets at our local Aldi store that are just the right length to fit into the pantry. Two of them fit on each shelf, including the shelf I added (see my mods linked below). I also use wooden crates under the stove, although I had to modify two of them to fit on the bottom since they were just a bit too tall. The crates and baskets greatly help with organization and keeping things in place. One other thing that helps are the spring-loaded tension bars. There are longer ones for cabinets and shorter ones for the refrigerator. Hopefully, you will find something that works for you. ------------- 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 |