R-pod Owners Forum : Hello there! http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : Hello there! Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sat, 02 May 2026 00:50:53 +0000 Wed, 29 Jul 2020 02:40:50 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=13824 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Hello there! : The newer Honda is the EU2200i... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134573#134573 Author: offgrid
Subject: 13824
Posted: 29 Jul 2020 at 2:40am

The newer Honda is the EU2200i which is a bit more powerful than the 2k I have. Honda doesn’t sell propane versions themselves. I got an aftermarket dual fuel propane/gasoline conversion kit from Century Fuels and converted mine a few years ago. Not difficult but it does void the Honda warranty. Now there are several companies that will sell the Hondas already converted. I don’t know anything about them but I’m sure some other RV sites have discussions of pros and cons.

You will want a second propane cylinder, running the a/c in particular goes through propane pretty fast. There are dual cylinder tongue mounts but watch your tongue weight doesn’t exceed your tow vehicle rating. I carry my 2nd tank in my TV and place the generator and tank at a distance from camp so it’s quieter.

Enjoy! ]]> Wed, 29 Jul 2020 02:40:50 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134573#134573 Hello there! : Thanks everyone for your input.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134568#134568 Author: Katie189
Subject: 13824
Posted: 28 Jul 2020 at 8:15pm

Thanks everyone for your input. It is all very helpful and I think I'm going with the Honda 2KW inverter on propane with the east start. Countdown to picking up my R-Pod. I'm very excited! Any suggestions of covers would be appreciated.
]]> Tue, 28 Jul 2020 20:15:42 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134568#134568 Hello there! : I too have a 2020 189 and go solar... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134563#134563 Author: Buffalohunter
Subject: 13824
Posted: 28 Jul 2020 at 6:30pm

I too have a 2020 189 and go solar all the way. Charges my batteries nicely, eliminates worry and does so when I hardly know it. Free fuel...but that is our needs...check out podmods maintenance tips and tricks for other needs section here. As for my 2020 ac...check out my recent discovery that may or may not help another 189er. Lots of good stuff on here]]> Tue, 28 Jul 2020 18:30:34 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134563#134563 Hello there! : I'm sure 20A is fine. http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134536#134536 Author: offgrid
Subject: 13824
Posted: 28 Jul 2020 at 12:11pm

I'm sure 20A is fine. ]]> Tue, 28 Jul 2020 12:11:54 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134536#134536 Hello there! : Thanks. I had not considered heat.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134535#134535 Author: StephenH
Subject: 13824
Posted: 28 Jul 2020 at 12:10pm

Thanks. I had not considered heat. I got the 20A model which has performed quite well. I don't sit idling with it longer than needed, but it was mainly for while we were on the road use. Sitting still, I would use solar or generator. I wanted to offer it as an option though.]]> Tue, 28 Jul 2020 12:10:37 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134535#134535 Hello there! : Originally posted by StephenHIf... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134532#134532 Author: offgrid
Subject: 13824
Posted: 28 Jul 2020 at 11:53am

Originally posted by StephenH



If all you want to do is charge batteries, you could get a DC to DC charger and, provided you put a battery isolator and run a dedicated line from the tow vehicle battery to the charger. use your tow vehicle to charge the battery when you do not have shore power available. Renogy sells a 20A and a 40A DC to DC charger. The 40A version would be provide almost as much charging power as the WFCO converter. I have the 20A installed in my RPod and the dedicated circuit wired from my Frontier (see my mods) for my LiFePO4 battery and it works well. I can both charge the battery and run the refrigerator on DC while driving.



StephenH, I would be a bit cautious about running a 40A dc/dc for a long time on an alternator on an engine idling in a campground. Alt current ratings are based at a fairly high rpm (I forget what atm) and drop a lot at idle. Also they don't get near as much cooling at idle, plus they still have to run all the TV house loads (electric fan, engine electrics, etc). Not saying any particular alt in an particular vehicle will or won't do it, just that I'd want to research it and do a test first, run it awhile at full idle load and check voltages and alt winding temps with an ir thermometer. 
]]> Tue, 28 Jul 2020 11:53:16 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134532#134532 Hello there! : I recently purchased a Firman... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134528#134528 Author: StephenH
Subject: 13824
Posted: 28 Jul 2020 at 11:21am

I recently purchased a Firman dual-fuel generator from Costco. https://www.costco.com/firman-2900w-running--3200w-peak-electric-start-gasoline-or-propane-fuel-powered-inverter-generator-gas-and-lp.product.100481637.html

I broke it in on propane and unless there is no other choice (e.g. out of propane and need to do so) will only run it on propane. It is heavy, but is relatively quiet, not quite as much as a Honda, but a whole lot less expensive. It will start the AC, but I do have an EasyStart installed from when I was using an Generac iX2000.

If all you want to do is charge batteries, you could get a DC to DC charger and, provided you put a battery isolator and run a dedicated line from the tow vehicle battery to the charger. use your tow vehicle to charge the battery when you do not have shore power available. Renogy sells a 20A and a 40A DC to DC charger. The 40A version would be provide almost as much charging power as the WFCO converter. I have the 20A installed in my RPod and the dedicated circuit wired from my Frontier (see my mods) for my LiFePO4 battery and it works well. I can both charge the battery and run the refrigerator on DC while driving.

Now, if you are looking for backup power for your house in addition to camping use, I think you would be happier with something like the Firman or other 3000W generator. Anything less would be questionable for backup power for your house. Even the 3000W model will keep your refrigerator and/or freezer going and provide for some lighting, but don't count on it to run your house's AC unit. You would need more like a 10KW unit for that.

Please tell us more of what you want to do with it. That makes a big difference on what you will need.
]]> Tue, 28 Jul 2020 11:21:25 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134528#134528 Hello there! : Hi and welcome.Re the generator... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134527#134527 Author: offgrid
Subject: 13824
Posted: 28 Jul 2020 at 11:03am

Hi and welcome.

Re the generator it depends on what you want to run from it. If you want to run the air conditioner you will either need something around 3KW or higher in order to get the a/c  started reliably or a  2kW plus an easystart soft start system for the a/c. If you just want to use it to recharge the battery then a small 1-2kw genny will work. 

Note that most campgrounds don't allow generator use at night. 

Another important consideration is weight. A 2kW weighs about 50lb. A 3kw about 100. So, you need to consider where you are keeping the generator and how you're moving it around. 

Another consideration is fuel. Most generators  run on gasoline but you can also get propane ones. 

At low power levels, inverter generators run quieter than non inverter ones. At full load there isn't a lot of difference.

There is no one right choice for everyone. My personal choice out of the above considerations ended up being a Honda 2KW inverter generator running on propane plus an easystart for the a/c. 

if your power needs are pretty low (no a/c or microwave) you could also consider using solar. 


]]> Tue, 28 Jul 2020 11:03:40 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134527#134527 Hello there! : Good morning fellow podders!... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134523#134523 Author: Katie189
Subject: 13824
Posted: 28 Jul 2020 at 9:52am

Good morning fellow podders! I am new to this forum and will be picking up my 2020 R-Pod 189 on Friday (Her name is Ronnie). I've never owned a travel trailer but have motorhome experience for the past 35 years. I look forward to some local travel before I head up north. I'm looking into a generator for back up power. Any suggestions? I'm also looking for a cover. Suggestions welcomed. Looking forward to a lot of good information from you all! ]]> Tue, 28 Jul 2020 09:52:29 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134523#134523 Hello there! : Welcome norwester so many great... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134368#134368 Author: Buffalohunter
Subject: 13824
Posted: 25 Jul 2020 at 2:23pm

Welcome norwester so many great places to...even on the logging roads]]> Sat, 25 Jul 2020 14:23:26 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134368#134368 Hello there! : Welcome! http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134360#134360 Author: crw8sr
Subject: 13824
Posted: 25 Jul 2020 at 12:45pm

Welcome!]]> Sat, 25 Jul 2020 12:45:42 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134360#134360 Hello there! : We love our island and our NW!... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134338#134338 Author: BillnEllin
Subject: 13824
Posted: 25 Jul 2020 at 9:14am

We love our island and our NW! ]]> Sat, 25 Jul 2020 09:14:18 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134338#134338 Hello there! : Thanks! http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134335#134335 Author: BillnEllin
Subject: 13824
Posted: 25 Jul 2020 at 9:11am

Thanks! ]]> Sat, 25 Jul 2020 09:11:47 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134335#134335 Hello there! : Congratulations on your new acquisition.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134327#134327 Author: lostagain
Subject: 13824
Posted: 25 Jul 2020 at 8:24am

Congratulations on your new acquisition.  You are in an ideal place to enjoy it.]]> Sat, 25 Jul 2020 08:24:56 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134327#134327 Hello there! : Congratulations on getting the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134314#134314 Author: jato
Subject: 13824
Posted: 24 Jul 2020 at 7:59pm

Congratulations on getting the r-pod with the best floor plan!  You will enjoy this forum for certain.  It is your 24/7 365 days a year owners manual.  Glad to have you aboard.  Plans for your first podding adventure yet?]]> Fri, 24 Jul 2020 19:59:26 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134314#134314 Hello there! : Whidbey Island, nice. Welcome!... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134309#134309 Author: offgrid
Subject: 13824
Posted: 24 Jul 2020 at 7:32pm

Whidbey Island, nice. Welcome!]]> Fri, 24 Jul 2020 19:32:23 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134309#134309 Hello there! : Good job. Good ideas. 👍 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134299#134299 Author: BillnEllin
Subject: 13824
Posted: 24 Jul 2020 at 6:13pm

Good job. Good ideas. 👍]]> Fri, 24 Jul 2020 18:13:52 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134299#134299 Hello there! : Thanks! http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134298#134298 Author: BillnEllin
Subject: 13824
Posted: 24 Jul 2020 at 6:13pm

Thanks!]]> Fri, 24 Jul 2020 18:13:16 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134298#134298 Hello there! : Welcome and congratulations on... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134278#134278 Author: StephenH
Subject: 13824
Posted: 24 Jul 2020 at 1:31pm

Welcome and congratulations on your "new to you" RPod! I hope you have many fun adventures and make many great memories with your RPod. We certainly have enjoyed ours. I've done a lot of modifications to our 179 (link in signature), some of which may be of use to you. I'm sure you will fine some of your own and I look forward to seeing them.]]> Fri, 24 Jul 2020 13:31:49 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134278#134278 Hello there! : Welcome! You'll find lots... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134266#134266 Author: EchoGale
Subject: 13824
Posted: 24 Jul 2020 at 10:58am

Welcome! You'll find lots of help invaluable here (I know I have) but with experience in a vintage I bet you'll have lots to share too.]]> Fri, 24 Jul 2020 10:58:09 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134266#134266 Hello there! : Hello there! Allow us to introduce... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134265#134265 Author: BillnEllin
Subject: 13824
Posted: 24 Jul 2020 at 10:46am

Hello there! Allow us to introduce ourselves. We are Bill and Ellin, living on Whidbey Island, state of Washington, USA. We are new to R-pods, although we have been interested for several years. Picking up our new-to-us 2013 R177 Hood River R-Pod today. We must, unfortunately, sell our 15 ft vintage 1966 Scotsman, as we can’t afford two rv’s. Looking forward to reading about R-Pods on this forum!   ....Billn Ellin]]> Fri, 24 Jul 2020 10:46:46 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=13824&PID=134265#134265