R-pod Owners Forum : Image Upload is Back http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Mods, Maintenance, Tips and Tricks : Image Upload is Back Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:42:05 +0000 Sat, 12 Oct 2024 20:32:29 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=13483 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Image Upload is Back : You've got the newer cool... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=153903#153903 Author: Blue Highways
Subject: 13483
Posted: 12 Oct 2024 at 8:32pm

You've got the newer cool blue 179 with the awning - we still camp in our frog themed green 2017 179 that didn’t offer a power awning… how important is that to you / how often do you use awning & has it been reliable? Last month we were camping in your beautiful state - we could have used that picnic table covering for one of the nights at Bogachiel St Park/CG near Forks, WA]]> Sat, 12 Oct 2024 20:32:29 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=153903#153903 Image Upload is Back : Cool! http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=153606#153606 Author: george graves
Subject: 13483
Posted: 10 Jul 2024 at 10:11pm

Cool!]]> Wed, 10 Jul 2024 22:11:37 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=153606#153606 Image Upload is Back : Reduced from 2900+ KB to 682 KB... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=148381#148381 Author: 77 Sunset Strip
Subject: 13483
Posted: 06 Jun 2022 at 2:40pm

Reduced from 2900+ KB to 682 KB with very little change (can see just a small corner of skylight) .....................??]]> Mon, 06 Jun 2022 14:40:53 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=148381#148381 Image Upload is Back : Could be you need to reduce the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=148376#148376 Author: offgrid
Subject: 13483
Posted: 06 Jun 2022 at 6:17am

Could be you need to reduce the size and are just seeing a small part that happens to be brown. ]]> Mon, 06 Jun 2022 06:17:49 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=148376#148376 Image Upload is Back : Following steps - but the preview... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=148375#148375 Author: 77 Sunset Strip
Subject: 13483
Posted: 06 Jun 2022 at 12:37am

Following steps - but the preview is just a solid brown picture ?]]> Mon, 06 Jun 2022 00:37:55 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=148375#148375 Image Upload is Back : Your step is different than the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=140433#140433 Author: StephenH
Subject: 13483
Posted: 28 Feb 2021 at 9:40pm

Your step is different than the one I had. I did not have the bolts going up to the floor of the trailer. There were two brackets and the steps bolted to those. 

I hope you can find a double step that will fit.
]]> Sun, 28 Feb 2021 21:40:44 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=140433#140433 Image Upload is Back : Originally posted by readd5030Hey... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=140430#140430 Author: tcj
Subject: 13483
Posted: 28 Feb 2021 at 6:54pm

Originally posted by readd5030

Hey there TCJ,

My wife and I just purchased a 2018 RPod 180 and just returned from a first trial trip.
The trip was great but two items that need some resolution are:

1 - the unit came with a single Lippert 24" step (26 1/8" mount width)
We notice the yours has the aluminum 2 step. 
Can you post any Manufacturer info on the steps? 

2 - the unit came with the Thule 5200 Omnistor Manual Crank Awning.
the Support Leg adjustment locking clips, to lock the two sections, do not work on either support leg pole. (Terrible Design)
Do you have any idea where we can get replacement parts in US for the Thule Awning?
I may just design my own clamp system

3 - Any other helpful hints on the 180 Model would be greatly appreciated!!

thanks for any help !!

DSR


I can't find any manufacturer markings on the stairs.  I looked at all the stairs on etrailer and none match how they bolt to the Rpod frame and floor.  Attached is a photo looking from rear to front of the bolt up needed.

I had the same problem with the locking lever on the awning legs.  The girl at the dealer showed me how.  Like said above. Grab the lever with the palm of your hand close to the pivit point and push hard. It won't break.


]]> Sun, 28 Feb 2021 18:54:38 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=140430#140430 Image Upload is Back : .... both of equal utility. http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=140404#140404 Author: lostagain
Subject: 13483
Posted: 28 Feb 2021 at 11:54am

LOL  .... both of equal utility.]]> Sun, 28 Feb 2021 11:54:06 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=140404#140404 Image Upload is Back : Originally posted by lostagainWhen... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=140402#140402 Author: GlueGuy
Subject: 13483
Posted: 28 Feb 2021 at 11:45am

Originally posted by lostagain

When we purchased our 172 it had an outstanding recall issue with the clearance lights [the spoiler and fender mounted ones].  The selling dealer fixed it but made an error that caused the system to short.  I contacted the closest r-Pod dealer to see about attending to the issue.  They said that they couldn't even look at it for almost a year, that is to say - pound salt.  Thankfully, we were able to arrange a work around using a local independent shop ant the selling dealer paid to fix the mistake.  

RV dealers are generally not helpful if they did not sell the trailer in my experience.  Unfortunately, the manufactures could care less about securing the cooperation of their dealer networks for warranty and recall issues.
They always told me to pound sand.

]]> Sun, 28 Feb 2021 11:45:07 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=140402#140402 Image Upload is Back : Forest River took care of the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=140397#140397 Author: LS
Subject: 13483
Posted: 27 Feb 2021 at 6:20pm

Forest River took care of the mirror recall and the black tank damage from the failed bracket all under warranty through a local dealer despite me buying elsewhere. Bravo to Forrest River! ]]> Sat, 27 Feb 2021 18:20:21 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=140397#140397 Image Upload is Back : When we purchased our 172 it had... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=140396#140396 Author: lostagain
Subject: 13483
Posted: 27 Feb 2021 at 3:18pm

When we purchased our 172 it had an outstanding recall issue with the clearance lights [the spoiler and fender mounted ones].  The selling dealer fixed it but made an error that caused the system to short.  I contacted the closest r-Pod dealer to see about attending to the issue.  They said that they couldn't even look at it for almost a year, that is to say - pound salt.  Thankfully, we were able to arrange a work around using a local independent shop ant the selling dealer paid to fix the mistake.  

RV dealers are generally not helpful if they did not sell the trailer in my experience.  Unfortunately, the manufactures could care less about securing the cooperation of their dealer networks for warranty and recall issues.
]]> Sat, 27 Feb 2021 15:18:24 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=140396#140396 Image Upload is Back : Originally posted by readd5030Hey... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=140395#140395 Author: StephenH
Subject: 13483
Posted: 27 Feb 2021 at 2:56pm

Originally posted by readd5030

Hey there TCJ,

My wife and I just purchased a 2018 RPod 180 and just returned from a first trial trip.
The trip was great but two items that need some resolution are:

1 - the unit came with a single Lippert 24" step (26 1/8" mount width)
We notice the yours has the aluminum 2 step. 
Can you post any Manufacturer info on the steps? 

2 - the unit came with the Thule 5200 Omnistor Manual Crank Awning.
the Support Leg adjustment locking clips, to lock the two sections, do not work on either support leg pole. (Terrible Design)
Do you have any idea where we can get replacement parts in US for the Thule Awning?
I may just design my own clamp system

3 - Any other helpful hints on the 180 Model would be greatly appreciated!!

thanks for any help !!

You may wish to convert the step. Look in my mods for what I did (see link in signature).

As for leg locks, push on them until they lock. You will think that they will break, but they won't. It is very stiff to push them until they lock. You have to push past the point where it gets hard to push until it slides over to the full locked position. I tend to push closer to the pivot point rather than at the end of the lever, figuring that it will be a little less stressful that way.

DSR
]]> Sat, 27 Feb 2021 14:56:59 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=140395#140395 Image Upload is Back : Hey there TCJ,My wife and I just... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=140393#140393 Author: readd5030
Subject: 13483
Posted: 27 Feb 2021 at 1:05pm

Hey there TCJ,

My wife and I just purchased a 2018 RPod 180 and just returned from a first trial trip.
The trip was great but two items that need some resolution are:

1 - the unit came with a single Lippert 24" step (26 1/8" mount width)
We notice the yours has the aluminum 2 step. 
Can you post any Manufacturer info on the steps? 

2 - the unit came with the Thule 5200 Omnistor Manual Crank Awning.
the Support Leg adjustment locking clips, to lock the two sections, do not work on either support leg pole. (Terrible Design)
Do you have any idea where we can get replacement parts in US for the Thule Awning?
I may just design my own clamp system

3 - Any other helpful hints on the 180 Model would be greatly appreciated!!

thanks for any help !!

DSR
]]> Sat, 27 Feb 2021 13:05:23 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=140393#140393 Image Upload is Back : That is one reason Forest River... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=139473#139473 Author: StephenH
Subject: 13483
Posted: 13 Jan 2021 at 2:12pm

That is one reason Forest River recommends purchasing local. In this case, you may have to contact Forest River and ask them if there is a service department to which you can take it for the recall.]]> Wed, 13 Jan 2021 14:12:52 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=139473#139473 Image Upload is Back : 2020 RPod 190. Do I contact Forest... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=139463#139463 Author: LS
Subject: 13483
Posted: 13 Jan 2021 at 4:34am

2020 RPod 190. Do I contact Forest River? Or should I contact a local dealer that sells RPods even though I found and bought my model in another state?]]> Wed, 13 Jan 2021 04:34:45 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=139463#139463 Image Upload is Back : Originally posted by LSYes,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=139461#139461 Author: StephenH
Subject: 13483
Posted: 12 Jan 2021 at 9:18pm

Originally posted by LS

Yes, thanks... I need to replace from where the cap fits back to where the valve part connects to the tube from the black tank.  I won’t know the full extent of the damage until the weather is warmer so I can look.
What model and year is your RPod? As I said, if it is a recent model, it is covered under warranty. If not, it is cheaper to replace it yourself than to take it to a place that will charge you an arm and a leg for labor.
]]> Tue, 12 Jan 2021 21:18:53 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=139461#139461 Image Upload is Back : Yes, thanks... I need to replace... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=139456#139456 Author: LS
Subject: 13483
Posted: 12 Jan 2021 at 6:44pm

Yes, thanks... I need to replace from where the cap fits back to where the valve part connects to the tube from the black tank.  I won’t know the full extent of the damage until the weather is warmer so I can look.]]> Tue, 12 Jan 2021 18:44:54 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=139456#139456 Image Upload is Back : Thanks for the very useful input!... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=139453#139453 Author: LS
Subject: 13483
Posted: 12 Jan 2021 at 6:42pm

Thanks for the very useful input!]]> Tue, 12 Jan 2021 18:42:29 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=139453#139453 Image Upload is Back : Originally posted by LSNew... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=139449#139449 Author: StephenH
Subject: 13483
Posted: 12 Jan 2021 at 5:55pm

Originally posted by LS

New here. Not so lucky when my metal support for black tank tube broke. The tube got sanded by the highway. Wondering if it is a warranty issue? Also, anybody replaced the tube from the valve out?
If your RPod is 2018 or newer, there is a recall to fix this problem. Contact your dealer to see if your RPod qualifies.

Of course, they did nothing for those of us who had this problem with older RPods but had to have this repaired (or repaired it ourselves). After it happened twice to me, I made sure that it would not happen again. You can check my mods for pictures and explanation.

I have done so. Even if the valve is damaged, as long as the flange on the inside of the valve is intact, the parts from there out can be replaced. The parts are available on Amazon or other RV oriented places. 

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BGK22E/
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0006MRRHQ/
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0006N5RW2/

You may prefer an extension for the output end. They are also available.
]]> Tue, 12 Jan 2021 17:55:42 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=139449#139449 Image Upload is Back : Originally posted by LSNew... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=139433#139433 Author: GlueGuy
Subject: 13483
Posted: 12 Jan 2021 at 10:33am

Originally posted by LS

New here. Not so lucky when my metal support for black tank tube broke. The tube got sanded by the highway. Wondering if it is a warranty issue? Also, anybody replaced the tube from the valve out?
Welcome to the club. This is something that we have mostly learned that it is not about if, but when it will happen. One of the first mods we did was to add a second support for both the black and grey tank drains.

I think replacing just that part of the drain (where the cover goes?) would be difficult. I would replace from just inside the valve all the way to the end.
]]> Tue, 12 Jan 2021 10:33:47 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=139433#139433 Image Upload is Back : New here. Not so lucky when my... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=139430#139430 Author: LS
Subject: 13483
Posted: 12 Jan 2021 at 9:32am

New here. Not so lucky when my metal support for black tank tube broke. The tube got sanded by the highway. Wondering if it is a warranty issue? Also, anybody replaced the tube from the valve out?]]> Tue, 12 Jan 2021 09:32:30 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=139430#139430 Image Upload is Back : email me the photos and link to... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=132811#132811 Author: rpodadmin
Subject: 13483
Posted: 23 Jun 2020 at 12:26pm

email me the photos and link to your post, I'll add them.]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2020 12:26:01 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=132811#132811 Image Upload is Back : I have my Pod 171 for sale.I can... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=132807#132807 Author: Francis
Subject: 13483
Posted: 23 Jun 2020 at 11:01am

I have my Pod 171 for sale.
I can not get the photos  to show on my post. They show up on the uplade/edit page, but not on the post.
Thank you for your help
Francis
]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2020 11:01:50 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=132807#132807 Image Upload is Back : Personally, I resize all of my... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=131411#131411 Author: StephenH
Subject: 13483
Posted: 20 May 2020 at 12:49pm

Personally, I resize all of my images for upload to 800x600 and export to .png format. It has worked well for me, whether for uploading, or for pasting a link to my file server where I have been hosting my own images.]]> Wed, 20 May 2020 12:49:01 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=131411#131411 Image Upload is Back : If you resize your photos for... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=131405#131405 Author: GlueGuy
Subject: 13483
Posted: 20 May 2020 at 12:06pm

If you resize your photos for 1024x768 or smaller, they will typically be in the neighborhood of 256 KB. Makes them easier to fit on the screen too.]]> Wed, 20 May 2020 12:06:30 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=131405#131405 Image Upload is Back : It says maximum file size of 1024KB... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=131404#131404 Author: tcj
Subject: 13483
Posted: 20 May 2020 at 11:32am

It says maximum file size of 1024KB]]> Wed, 20 May 2020 11:32:10 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=131404#131404 Image Upload is Back : What is the recommended size for... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=131403#131403 Author: Taospod
Subject: 13483
Posted: 20 May 2020 at 11:22am

What is the recommended size for images?  Thanks]]> Wed, 20 May 2020 11:22:45 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=131403#131403 Image Upload is Back : http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=130439#130439 Author: tcj
Subject: 13483
Posted: 17 Apr 2020 at 8:30am

]]> Fri, 17 Apr 2020 08:30:05 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=130439#130439 Image Upload is Back : This is great! Easy to do. http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=130438#130438 Author: crw8sr
Subject: 13483
Posted: 16 Apr 2020 at 7:03pm

This is great!  Easy to do.]]> Thu, 16 Apr 2020 19:03:30 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=130438#130438 Image Upload is Back : http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=130432#130432 Author: rpodadmin
Subject: 13483
Posted: 16 Apr 2020 at 1:42pm

]]> Thu, 16 Apr 2020 13:42:49 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13483&PID=130432#130432