R-pod Owners Forum : r-pod 171 review https://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Reviews and General Information : r-pod 171 review Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Thu, 28 May 2026 19:13:23 +0000 Mon, 11 Oct 2010 22:09:26 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 https://www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=15 R-pod Owners Forum https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.rpod-owners.com/ r-pod 171 review : Yes it's the wood at the... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15&PID=12293#12293 Author: misplacedtexan
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Posted: 11 Oct 2010 at 10:09pm

Yes it's the wood at the edge of the cabinets next to the table. It didn't hit that hard either. Mine did not come with a battery. Took the one off my old camper that I traded. Like my 171, just looks like it made with cheaper stuff than I thought.]]> Mon, 11 Oct 2010 22:09:26 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15&PID=12293#12293 r-pod 171 review : Usually with new campers the tanks... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15&PID=12288#12288 Author: techntrek
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Posted: 11 Oct 2010 at 8:39pm

Usually with new campers the tanks come empty and there is no battery.  The fuel and battery are sourced locally by the dealer.

misplacedtexan, are you talking about the wood that surrounds the doors?  Mine feels like solid wood.  I'm bringing my 'pod around front tomorrow afternoon in anticipation of a trip this weekend and I'll double-check.

]]> Mon, 11 Oct 2010 20:39:46 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15&PID=12288#12288 r-pod 171 review : When I bought my RP171 last year,... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15&PID=12284#12284 Author: Outbound
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Posted: 11 Oct 2010 at 7:26pm

When I bought my RP171 last year, the battery was not included.  The dealer provided it in the "dealer package" which also came with propane (FR included an empty tank), sewer hose, toilet chemicals, water hose, etc.]]> Mon, 11 Oct 2010 19:26:40 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15&PID=12284#12284 r-pod 171 review : We continue to be pleased with... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15&PID=12282#12282 Author: sylviablue
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Posted: 11 Oct 2010 at 7:12pm

We continue to be pleased with our171.  Ours came with battery, the r dome, microwave, etc.  That said we did replace the heavy clumsy table with a Lifetime Personal Table.  Much easier to use and the height is adjustable.  ]]> Mon, 11 Oct 2010 19:12:59 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15&PID=12282#12282 r-pod 171 review : From what my dealer and some others... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15&PID=12279#12279 Author: rpodcamper.com
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Posted: 11 Oct 2010 at 3:57pm

From what my dealer and some others have told me Forest River ships them with battries and the dealers put them on before the sale.  I was given the option when I bought mine to have two installed.  I turned it down but then later added a second on. 
 
My 171 built early March 2009 with the sandlewood (the White no longer available) cabnets seem to be very strong.  Nothing has marked them or cheipped them yet.
]]> Mon, 11 Oct 2010 15:57:34 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15&PID=12279#12279 r-pod 171 review : That is odd, never noticed the... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15&PID=12278#12278 Author: psaman
Subject: 15
Posted: 11 Oct 2010 at 3:47pm

That is odd, never noticed the pictures had no battery. That being said, all the Pods at my local dealer had batteries and I'll go out on a limb and say it's standard.]]> Mon, 11 Oct 2010 15:47:44 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15&PID=12278#12278 r-pod 171 review : I am curious - does the 171 (or... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15&PID=12277#12277 Author: Brewsterivy
Subject: 15
Posted: 11 Oct 2010 at 3:34pm

I am curious - does the 171 (or the others) come with a battery? I don't see it in the photo and I wondered how you got the items to work without hookups. Is it an option?
 
Thanks
]]> Mon, 11 Oct 2010 15:34:27 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15&PID=12277#12277 r-pod 171 review : The cabinets aren't that... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15&PID=12275#12275 Author: misplacedtexan
Subject: 15
Posted: 11 Oct 2010 at 2:56pm

The cabinets aren't that good. The table in my 171 got pushed over and the hit the edge of the cabinet and put a big dent it it. Look like it was made of foam or pressed wood. Anyway doesn't look like anyway to fix it. Cheap stuff if you ask me.]]> Mon, 11 Oct 2010 14:56:34 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15&PID=12275#12275 r-pod 171 review : Selected Dealer Pricing - with... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15&PID=2792#2792 Author: rpodadmin
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Posted: 17 Aug 2009 at 2:08pm

Selected Dealer Pricing - with TV, HD Ant, Microwave, A/C and Awning

Bumgarner Camping Center (NC) $12, 998 (does not include awning)
Couch's RV Nation (OH)  $11,995 (all options)
Country Roads RV Center (Ky)  $13,963
George M Sutton (Oregon) $16,788 (no awning)
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Subject: 15
Posted: 25 Feb 2009 at 3:35pm

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Posted: 25 Feb 2009 at 3:32pm

The rp-171 r-pod was one of the first r-pods to come off the Forest River production line back in late 2008. The combination of 60" wide queen bed and large front dinette have proven very popular with 2 person families. The dinette table legs fold under to allow it to be made into a small bed as well. Storage can be found under the queen bed and each dinette seat. Additional pass-thru storage is located in the rear allowing easy access from both sides of the camper.

The overhead cabinet are located above the stove and sink. The LCD TV combo is located under the cabinet assembly. A full refridgerator (REFER) is located between the bed and kitchen area.
 
Each rp-171 comes with a front mounted propane tank, waste-hose storage tube and front hand-jack. The r-pod sidewalls and floor are 2" gel-coated laminate providing R9 insulation factor. The axle is a dual-axle torsion suspension system - providing a smooth tow.
 
Forest Rivers MSRP on the rp-171 is $17,630, the average dealer price appears to be in the $13,000 - $14,000 ballpark, with awning.

rp-171 Floorplan
 
Model RP-171
 Unloaded Vehicle Weight
 2,121 lbs.
 Hitch Weight
 181 lbs.
 Load Capacity
 1,060 lbs.
 Exterior Length Without Spare Tire
 18' 2"
 Exterior Pod Width
 6' 5"
 Exterior Overall Width
 8' 0"
 Exterior Height
 8' 8"
 Exterior Height w AC
 9' 2"
 LP Capacity
 20 lbs.
 Fresh Water Capacity
 36 Gal.
 Grey Water Capacity
 35 Gal.
 Black Water Capacity
 35 Gal.
 Tire Size
 205/75/R14
 
 
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