R-pod Owners Forum : my 2017 178 is coming apart http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : I need HELP!!! : my 2017 178 is coming apart Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Thu, 21 May 2026 04:05:13 +0000 Sat, 02 Jul 2022 17:18:59 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=15223 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ my 2017 178 is coming apart : I had reviewed the link that offgrid... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15223&PID=148769#148769 Author: frozebubba
Subject: 15223
Posted: 02 Jul 2022 at 5:18pm

I had reviewed the link that offgrid provided before I posted and there was nothing in there about outriggers.  I did find a great video on installing outriggers and it answered all my questions. Thanks for bringing up the terminology.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5R5QQJeXoB4

]]> Sat, 02 Jul 2022 17:18:59 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15223&PID=148769#148769 my 2017 178 is coming apart : I used the factory outriggers....4... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15223&PID=148768#148768 Author: pedwards2932
Subject: 15223
Posted: 02 Jul 2022 at 2:52pm

I used the factory outriggers....4 on each side.  The link to my repair was already given.  You have to fix the delamination then put the lower railing back on.  I documented my repair fairly well I think.  The outriggers are essential to keep it from falling apart again.....also slow down and watch out for potholes etc.]]> Sat, 02 Jul 2022 14:52:48 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15223&PID=148768#148768 my 2017 178 is coming apart : pedwards, Do you have photos of... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15223&PID=148767#148767 Author: frozebubba
Subject: 15223
Posted: 02 Jul 2022 at 1:46pm

pedwards,  Do you have photos of the outriggers you used?  I have the front corner issue on my 2016 171, both sides.  Rough roads may be my problem as I migrate annually between Fairbanks and northern Florida. I have gone through 2 iterations of larger diameter and longer screws to pull the corner strips in, but they don't last.  Gorilla tape seals up the gaps for ~1000-2000 miles at a time, but I need a permanent fix.  Thanks! ]]> Sat, 02 Jul 2022 13:46:53 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15223&PID=148767#148767 my 2017 178 is coming apart : The reference offgrid gave is... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15223&PID=147779#147779 Author: pedwards2932
Subject: 15223
Posted: 18 Apr 2022 at 2:51pm

The reference offgrid gave is where I repaired my rp189.  It is caused because of rough roads and no outriggers.  After I did my repair I added 4 outrigger supports along each side of trailer.  Seems to be holding up so far.

]]> Mon, 18 Apr 2022 14:51:59 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15223&PID=147779#147779 my 2017 178 is coming apart : You might take a look at this... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15223&PID=147774#147774 Author: offgrid
Subject: 15223
Posted: 17 Apr 2022 at 11:32am

You might take a look at this tread by one of our members. Looks similar although your problem is more widespread. Good luck!


http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14743&PN=1&title=trip-damage-and-delamination]corner fix]]> Sun, 17 Apr 2022 11:32:05 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15223&PID=147774#147774 my 2017 178 is coming apart : i thought it is from being driven... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15223&PID=147773#147773 Author: rookmon1
Subject: 15223
Posted: 17 Apr 2022 at 10:59am

i thought it is from being driven on hillsides and on unlevel lanes and turning about, bumpy roads in construction zones.  there was a component that had to be changed on the toilet that caused leaking, and there has been other problems with the black tank pipe falling off.  there probably is water damage, plus it is parked outside year round. 

i guess i need to go digging.  was hoping there was some bracket or diamond plates i could fasten to hold it together, but the sucker is just one after another, with new battery, inverter, tires, but still not good to go.
]]> Sun, 17 Apr 2022 10:59:06 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15223&PID=147773#147773 my 2017 178 is coming apart : Looks like water damage. Was that... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15223&PID=147772#147772 Author: Gebaldwin1
Subject: 15223
Posted: 17 Apr 2022 at 8:07am

Looks like water damage. Was that in a flood or flooded inside from a leak?]]> Sun, 17 Apr 2022 08:07:47 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15223&PID=147772#147772 my 2017 178 is coming apart : http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15223&PID=147753#147753 Author: rookmon1
Subject: 15223
Posted: 16 Apr 2022 at 3:41pm

]]> Sat, 16 Apr 2022 15:41:53 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15223&PID=147753#147753 my 2017 178 is coming apart : light to moderate use, i know... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15223&PID=147752#147752 Author: rookmon1
Subject: 15223
Posted: 16 Apr 2022 at 3:38pm

light to moderate use, i know i don't park it or drive it in the most ideal of conditions, but i do a lot to keep it nice.  any of you got any advice on a practical fix?  or is it already on its way to the crash up derby?  both of the back corners and one of the front corners are showing damage

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