Not Yet New Owners
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Topic: Not Yet New Owners
Posted By: Gator Egg
Subject: Not Yet New Owners
Date Posted: 11 Sep 2016 at 9:29am
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After internet shopping and finally touching an actual one we've decided on the model for "us". We're now keeping an eye out for the perfect 171.
What are some things besides the obvious like; roof leaks, rot, etc., that are particular to Pods to watchout for? Thanks. |
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Posted By: Leo B
Date Posted: 11 Sep 2016 at 9:42am
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Welcome to the group! Our first pod was a 171, it had a really nice floor plan and towed really well. Check to make sure there are no soft spots in the floor or leaking pipes. Check the axles also. ------------- Leo & Melissa Bachand 2017 Ford F150 2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk Previously owned 2015 Rpod 179 2010 Rpod 171 |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 11 Sep 2016 at 6:21pm
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Welcome. Like any camper make sure all of the systems work. ------------- 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: Blue Highways
Date Posted: 25 Sep 2016 at 8:58am
| Technotrek said it best: and "all-systems check". One other thing: maybe get a mat of some sort and lay under it to make sure that the 4 scissor stabilizer jacks are firmly mounted, not tweaked, nor have broken weld points. Generally eye-ball the frame/axle with a flash light to make sure that your potential camper wasn't towed over some inappropriate terrain that could have damaged it. The slider if equipped should come out and in without scraping or groan noises that indicate a future issue. The interior condition might give clues about whether the first owners were careful or rough on it. Hope this helps, just adding what I would also be looking for. Smart move on picking up a second hand unit and saving the depreciation. Some podders I've notice have done that, and if they are still loving the pod, later move on to another new or newer model (sometimes altering the model) as their needs get reevaluated in 4 - 5 years. |
Posted By: mcarter
Date Posted: 26 Sep 2016 at 5:58pm
| I would add check the tank mounts (gray and black). I checked mine after posts on this forum and found mount brackets they were lose and needed maintenance. |
Posted By: mjlrpod
Date Posted: 28 Sep 2016 at 7:31pm
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I almost got the 171 gator. but i opted for the 172 thinking the queen bed took to much space. i' like the the wife and i both get a large 42 inch space to sleep, and keep the u dinette usable. if we remove the table, it would be like a big rap around couch. if push came to shove, we can use the dinette as a queen bed. Hope you guys love yours. ------------- 2017.5 Rp-172 2020 R-pod 195 2015 Frontier sv 4.0L 6cyl I'll be rpodding |
Posted By: Blue Highways
Date Posted: 28 Sep 2016 at 10:35pm
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Mjl- I've noticed that some in our group have not taken the standard table on trips and mainly use the dinette area as an open wrap around couch, (making it custom with other upholstery, etc). Others found and brought in a smaller table of their own that isn't as big or as heavy, but is still stable. For now, I still want to keep the dinette bed set up as an option.
For our stock table, I've remounted the metal leg frame ....offsetting the legs to one side by a little over 2 inches. This allows the table to turn perpendicular and allows the new more open table end to hang further over the center cushion. The opposite end then doesn't stick into the halllway as much after it is twisted 90°. This mod gives more sitting space on the dinette ends, and a couple can play cards or games or drink coffee better facing each other using the table portion that can now overhang the center cushion more. Plus, it's fine that way for eating lunch too, (or just turn it back to the normal position if you want). With the legs shifted, once the table is set back in the normal crosswise position, it's now easier to slide into the dinette on the one side. So, that change is working for us, and this modification is both cheap and not permanent. I learned this trick from another R-Pod owner here. If I remembered their name, I would thank them now. The final dinette peeve I have are the two removable end cushions for the U-shaped dinette seating. (and it's minor). It was described by another here that sitting on those feel like you are sitting on collapsible marshmallows. I agree. So, I will be looking for an upholsterer to replace the FR foam with some denser stuff, but of the same thickness, so that you don't sink down on mush. That would be the final mod in the dinette for me. Not quite dinette happy yet till that last change. Might even do the long padding with the same stuff.... Hope you enjoy many future trips from the Bay State in your 172. (My Dad grew up in Belmont). Mods to make your 'Pod more perfect & "your own" are kinda satisfying immediately on the next road trip  That's been the story with WanderPod... which is currently on the road in Kentucky |
Posted By: mjlrpod
Date Posted: 29 Sep 2016 at 4:46pm
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thanks for the idea, i'll be thinking about some possibilities. much joy to you. ------------- 2017.5 Rp-172 2020 R-pod 195 2015 Frontier sv 4.0L 6cyl I'll be rpodding |