R-pod Owners Forum : Camping without Unhooking https://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Miscellaneous / Off-topic : Camping without Unhooking Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:52:11 +0000 Mon, 09 Aug 2010 18:08:29 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 https://www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=1372 R-pod Owners Forum https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.rpod-owners.com/ Camping without Unhooking : Since I use Wal-mart when I am... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11307#11307 Author: mountain mist
Subject: 1372
Posted: 09 Aug 2010 at 6:08pm

Since I use Wal-mart when I am traveling, they will get my business for rounding up my cooking stock and any other little thing.  I guess I have not seen awnings out or lawn chairs BUT our Wal-mart in Sevierville, Tn. is listed as NO OVERNIGHT PARKING, so I guess there has been enough "tacky" to warrent them pulling the priviliges. Really had not paid attention lately, did not miss the lack of overnighters so was suprised when I got on the site and found out why.]]> Mon, 09 Aug 2010 18:08:29 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11307#11307 Camping without Unhooking : An awning and lawn chairs are... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11306#11306 Author: Outbound
Subject: 1372
Posted: 09 Aug 2010 at 5:17pm

An awning and lawn chairs are a bit much.  I saw a family encamped in a WalMart parking lot in Huntsville, ON, just outside Algonquin Park, who even had an awning mat out on the tarmac.

Personally, I see no issue deploying slideouts or using a leveling block or two if necessary.  I hesitate to lower the stabilizers and would never setup anything outside like lawnchairs, awning or the BBQ.
]]> Mon, 09 Aug 2010 17:17:49 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11306#11306 Camping without Unhooking : I can understand no slide-outs,... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11305#11305 Author: techntrek
Subject: 1372
Posted: 09 Aug 2010 at 5:07pm

I can understand no slide-outs, chairs, bonfires, family reunions or public viewings of Forest Gump, but I've seen many a Wal-Mart/Flying-J/etc parking lot that is on an incline.  No leveling would equal a very bad night's sleep.

]]> Mon, 09 Aug 2010 17:07:17 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11305#11305 Camping without Unhooking : All major RV clubs go along with... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11304#11304 Author: TerryM
Subject: 1372
Posted: 09 Aug 2010 at 3:58pm

All major RV clubs go along with the idea that you do not put down levelers, use slideouts unless you have to, no awnings, chairs etc.  One night stay only and ask permission even if others are there.  It is also a good idea to leave the place cleaner than you found it.  In the morning it would be nice to say thank you too.  A little kindness helps to offset the jerks out there.

Terry
]]> Mon, 09 Aug 2010 15:58:49 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11304#11304 Camping without Unhooking : When I stop for the night in a... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11294#11294 Author: rpodcamper.com
Subject: 1372
Posted: 09 Aug 2010 at 9:34am

When I stop for the night in a parking lot I leave it hooked to the TV and do not use any blocks or stabalizers.  Some areas do not allow it and will have you move on if you do.  I do Unhook the cable from the TV and the trailer.  I have seen some Campers in parking lots with their slides out and awnings out and them sitting out relaxing.  Just waiting for them to break out the firewood and have a nice fire.Embarrassed]]> Mon, 09 Aug 2010 09:34:30 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11294#11294 Camping without Unhooking : Must have left the fridge on 12v... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11290#11290 Author: techntrek
Subject: 1372
Posted: 09 Aug 2010 at 9:13am

Must have left the fridge on 12v (a battery will only last a few hours with the fridge on 12v mode, only use that while towing).  With all else being normal your rig should have started even a week later.
 
As for leaving the 'pod hooked to the TV while you are plugged into the power pole, you don't have to worry about that.  The converter in the 'pod is designed to charge the 'pod's battery, and if the TV is hooked up it will keep it charged, too.  Part of my pre-trip routine includes hooking the 'pod to my TV and plugging the 'pod into my house the night before.  That way I know both batteries will be topped off.
]]> Mon, 09 Aug 2010 09:13:10 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11290#11290 Camping without Unhooking : Originally posted by tdraceI... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11289#11289 Author: TerryM
Subject: 1372
Posted: 09 Aug 2010 at 4:49am

Originally posted by tdrace

I have stopped at campgrounds overnight. I leave it hooked up, put the stablizers down, plug in the electric, and make sure I unplug the battery from the car. One time I left the pod at work all day, and left the battery plugged in to the suv. When I came out from work 8 hours later my suv would not start. Live and learn, so I am paranoid about leaving the battery plugged in.


WOW, what did you have running in the Pod?

Terry
]]> Mon, 09 Aug 2010 04:49:02 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11289#11289 Camping without Unhooking : I have stopped at campgrounds... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11281#11281 Author: tdrace
Subject: 1372
Posted: 08 Aug 2010 at 9:12pm

I have stopped at campgrounds overnight. I leave it hooked up, put the stablizers down, plug in the electric, and make sure I unplug the battery from the car. One time I left the pod at work all day, and left the battery plugged in to the suv. When I came out from work 8 hours later my suv would not start. Live and learn, so I am paranoid about leaving the battery plugged in. ]]> Sun, 08 Aug 2010 21:12:03 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11281#11281 Camping without Unhooking : Try it in your driveway. I have... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11278#11278 Author: TerryM
Subject: 1372
Posted: 08 Aug 2010 at 3:18pm

Try it in your driveway.  I have pulled over to catch some sleep and left it hooked up.  I didn't worry about it being level.  Just hit the sack.  It worked very well.

Terry
]]> Sun, 08 Aug 2010 15:18:43 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11278#11278 Camping without Unhooking : I would be careful about leaving... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11275#11275 Author: popgoesweasel
Subject: 1372
Posted: 08 Aug 2010 at 12:00pm

I would be careful about leaving the travel trailer cable hooked up to the towing vehicle.  It is possible to drain the car battery sufficiently not to be able to start the tow vehicle the next day.

As for Walmart parking, there is Yahoo group with pointers and access to a data base with status on all Walmarts and their parking practices.  Here is the URL to it.  You need to establish a Yahoo account to join.

http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/walmartrving/
]]> Sun, 08 Aug 2010 12:00:03 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11275#11275 Camping without Unhooking : If you are only using propane... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11274#11274 Author: techntrek
Subject: 1372
Posted: 08 Aug 2010 at 11:10am

If you are only using propane for the fridge it will last for weeks, no need for a 2nd tank.

As for camping while hooked, I would bust out the level and add blocks as needed to level it side-to-side, then use the tongue jack to level it front-to-back (no different than if you are unhooked).  You won't do any damage to the hitch if you have to crank it up.  It will look funny, but no big deal.  I would not use the rear stabilizers to crank up the back if the rear is too low.  Don't forget to grab your blocks in the morning when you leave.

]]> Sun, 08 Aug 2010 11:10:22 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11274#11274 Camping without Unhooking : THAT is funnyAND simple. Just... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11273#11273 Author: mountain mist
Subject: 1372
Posted: 08 Aug 2010 at 9:19am

THAT is funnyLOL AND simple. Just wanted to know if there was any strain on the car or if you put the stablizer legs down. I am such a novice, just did my first chock to chock trip.
I had forgotten about the Walmart camping , if allow in places. I am thinking of Rt. 79 (I think) in East Texas, have done the road on the way to Austin, Tx in order to stay off the Interstate. Noted quite a number of mom and pop private campgrounds and a lot of trailers rolling the east Texas roads. But did not take down any names, will have to start looking them up. Don't mind paying for a night, but the unhooking every night if we are not staying more than the night is what I have in mind.
Bet the Pod bounces without the stablizer legs!
Thanks for info. Quick response, I thought I would be just about the only one home.
Yes, I was doing a dry camp, without anything. The only LP used was to keep the frig. cold.
I guess I might get some answers if I went to a LP dealer nearby and see if they can "talk" to me.
Might be good idea having an extra tank, but need to know where to put it and how to detach the old one for the new. Or if it is worth it.
Happy Summer.
Escape Pod
]]> Sun, 08 Aug 2010 09:19:22 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11273#11273 Camping without Unhooking : There are lots of places to... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11272#11272 Author: TerryM
Subject: 1372
Posted: 08 Aug 2010 at 8:52am

There are lots of places to spend the night without going to a campground too.  Usually it depends on locale ordinances though.  Wal-Mart allows over night parking as an example.  You should go in to the service desk and ask permission.

Terry

PS: Check out this site: http://freecampsites.net/
]]> Sun, 08 Aug 2010 08:52:54 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11272#11272 Camping without Unhooking : Sure you can stay hooked. No problem... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11271#11271 Author: TerryM
Subject: 1372
Posted: 08 Aug 2010 at 8:49am

Sure you can stay hooked.  No problem at all.  Here is what you do:

1.  Unlock camper door & get inside.
2.  Lock said door.
3.  Go to bed!

4.  Tongue  That is a happy you in the morning!  Nothing to it.

Terry
]]> Sun, 08 Aug 2010 08:49:23 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11271#11271 Camping without Unhooking : Is is possible to stop over for... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1372&PID=11268#11268 Author: mountain mist
Subject: 1372
Posted: 08 Aug 2010 at 8:19am

Is is possible to stop over for the night without unhooking?
If I am making a 1000 mile trip and do not plan to sightsee the local area, just a place to sleep, does anyone out there have the experience and the pointers on it?
If so, things to do and NOT to do.
Thank you!
Escape Pod
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