R-pod Owners Forum : Eeny, meeny, miny, moe...173, 174, 175 etc http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : Eeny, meeny, miny, moe...173, 174, 175 etc Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 01 May 2026 15:05:48 +0000 Sat, 19 Mar 2011 21:06:32 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=1644 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Eeny, meeny, miny, moe...173, 174, 175 etc : Actually just under with all the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1644&PID=14117#14117 Author: Pawpod
Subject: 1644
Posted: 19 Mar 2011 at 9:06pm

Actually just under with all the options except the RPod cover. 2475 comes to mind as it was lighter than our popup! ]]> Sat, 19 Mar 2011 21:06:32 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1644&PID=14117#14117 Eeny, meeny, miny, moe...173, 174, 175 etc : While I realize that the 177 wasn't... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1644&PID=14103#14103 Author: Folornhope
Subject: 1644
Posted: 19 Mar 2011 at 2:16pm

While I realize that the 177 wasn't on your list...you may want to look at it as well...in this model the kitchen slides out for more room (opens about as much as the 175) and gives you a small dining area where the kitchen in the 175 would be.   That area turns into a bed as well.
 
The 177 weighs in at 2500 lbs if memory serves me.
]]> Sat, 19 Mar 2011 14:16:09 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1644&PID=14103#14103 Eeny, meeny, miny, moe...173, 174, 175 etc : Originally posted by MissPollyDavid... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1644&PID=14031#14031 Author: Guests
Subject: 1644
Posted: 14 Mar 2011 at 5:12pm

Originally posted by MissPolly

Ouch David that is exactly what I needed to know. How big is Dixie? Atlas is a very long 160 lb brute. He is NOT supposed to get on the furniture...but the goal is not always achieved!
Sorry for the short reply earlier.  I was at work and needed do go do some actual workDead.
While everyone is different, I would think that you and your child would be fine.  Add in that large of a dog and things may not work really well.  Dixie is a full grown Shepherd - 3 years old.  Turning around was tight for her.  Both of us moving at the same time was a problem.  She, also, is not allowed on furniture so it was floor space only.
 
Here is my former set up:
 
Just in case you are interested.  You can kind of tell her size compared to the truck.
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Subject: 1644
Posted: 14 Mar 2011 at 1:00pm

Dixie is about 65-70lbs.]]> Mon, 14 Mar 2011 13:00:48 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1644&PID=14027#14027 Eeny, meeny, miny, moe...173, 174, 175 etc : David that is exactly what I needed... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1644&PID=14026#14026 Author: MissPolly
Subject: 1644
Posted: 14 Mar 2011 at 12:48pm

Ouch David that is exactly what I needed to know. How big is Dixie? Atlas is a very long 160 lb brute. He is NOT supposed to get on the furniture...but the goal is not always achieved!]]> Mon, 14 Mar 2011 12:48:12 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1644&PID=14026#14026 Eeny, meeny, miny, moe...173, 174, 175 etc : Miss Polly - I used to own a RP173.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1644&PID=14025#14025 Author: Guests
Subject: 1644
Posted: 14 Mar 2011 at 12:42pm

Miss Polly - I used to own a RP173. 
Room infront of the couch = less than one foot if memory serves, less still when lowered (it is a "jack knife" couch that turns into a bed.  There is storage space underneath.
 
It is just me and my dog and we found things a little cramped.  Had I kept the Pod, I would have probably removed the couch to give Dixie more room (though I found it more comfortable to sleep on than the dinette, personally).
 
I went with the 173 because (at the time) it was the lightest of the 17X series and the actual "sticker" weight was about 2350lbs.  My 2008 GMC Canyon was rated to tow 3200lbs. and it struggled quite a bit at highway speeds.  While I did make it to the Rockys and back, it wasn't a very relaxing drive.  Weight may be something to consider (there's not much you can do about the wind resistance).  I like the tent models, but don't know the specs on them.
 
 
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Subject: 1644
Posted: 14 Mar 2011 at 11:47am

Terry,
 
Way too bad I am not closer! Do you find the lift kit on the rpod is helpful?
 
(I think it needs bigger tires...but that may be just my rock crawling silliness)
Polly
]]> Mon, 14 Mar 2011 11:47:34 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1644&PID=14020#14020 Eeny, meeny, miny, moe...173, 174, 175 etc : Too bad you are not closer. I... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1644&PID=14017#14017 Author: TerryM
Subject: 1644
Posted: 14 Mar 2011 at 11:42am

Too bad you are not closer.  I use my R-Pod when I go off roading in my Liberty.  The slideout makes a lot of difference in the floor space.  I have never seen any of the "T" models so I can't speak about them.  For me the 175 fit the bill just right.

Terry ]]> Mon, 14 Mar 2011 11:42:19 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1644&PID=14017#14017 Eeny, meeny, miny, moe...173, 174, 175 etc : Thank you for the suggestion,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1644&PID=14014#14014 Author: MissPolly
Subject: 1644
Posted: 14 Mar 2011 at 10:52am

Thank you for the suggestion, I did not think about putting Atlas in the tent area. I will ponder that possible solution.
 
Polly
]]> Mon, 14 Mar 2011 10:52:51 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1644&PID=14014#14014 Eeny, meeny, miny, moe...173, 174, 175 etc : Miss Polly, Have you looked at... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1644&PID=14012#14012 Author: marshwatcher
Subject: 1644
Posted: 14 Mar 2011 at 10:49am

Miss Polly,

Have you looked at any of the tent models? We just got the 176T and when it the tent is opened you have a good deal of space all through the Pod. The kitchen slides out in this model and when out, floor space is maximized. The bunks in the front might be just right for your little one (lower bunk or upper with a good guard rail. Also, the dog could actually be in the tent area during the day--platform holds up to 1000 pounds.

I am not a dealer just love the 176T. I actually saw a used tent model for sale on line recently (we bought a new one). Here is the link:

http://www.rpodnation.com/2011-rpod-176t-for-sale-with-rdome-1500000_topic2261.html]]> Mon, 14 Mar 2011 10:49:10 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1644&PID=14012#14012 Eeny, meeny, miny, moe...173, 174, 175 etc : Hello Forum, I am in the market... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1644&PID=14011#14011 Author: MissPolly
Subject: 1644
Posted: 14 Mar 2011 at 10:41am

Hello Forum,
 
I am in the market for an RPod. I need as much floor space as I can get and an RDome. I have a very large dog. I first believed an 175 was my best option. However I saw a 174 floor plan for the first time this am. The slide outs on each seem to provide extra room, but is that "noticable" extra room or just extra weight? Has the 174 been discontinued?
 
How much room is in front of the couch in a 173?
 
I would appreciate any information and experience that you may want to share. Also, if another floor plan would be even better than the ones I am investigating please suggest it.  
 
FYI - Some background: I am short about 5'4", my dog is a mastiff 160 lb, my son is an infant 4 mnths. I like to go off roading in my jeep, and now with my son I need to take a camper for his comfort. I have never camped in my life, but it looks like fun! My jeep will tow 3500 lbs - 4 door 2008. So an Rpod is just about all the camper I can tow. (I don't want a pop-up.)
 
Thanks so much Polly
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