R-pod Owners Forum : Water leak from the roof https://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Podmods, Maintenance, Tips and Tricks : Water leak from the roof Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sat, 30 May 2026 14:32:05 +0000 Tue, 07 Jun 2016 22:19:39 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 https://www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=1958 R-pod Owners Forum https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.rpod-owners.com/ Water leak from the roof : The problem is any production... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=76809#76809 Author: Westgl
Subject: 1958
Posted: 07 Jun 2016 at 10:19pm

The problem is any production line will have a certain percentage of problems how ever low it may be Will still have some defects it's the human factor
Honda recalled quite a few 2017 civic for specific engines due to a possibility of a snap ring coming off while running and destroying the engine.

Yeah I know it's a old post]]> Tue, 07 Jun 2016 22:19:39 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=76809#76809 Water leak from the roof : Very happy to hear your Pod... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=18144#18144 Author: kymooses
Subject: 1958
Posted: 26 Jul 2011 at 9:34am

Very happy to hear your Pod is back and all problems are fixed.  Have fun at the wedding this weekend.]]> Tue, 26 Jul 2011 09:34:25 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=18144#18144 Water leak from the roof : We are very happy She'll... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=18141#18141 Author: Damour
Subject: 1958
Posted: 26 Jul 2011 at 8:33am

We are very happy  Big smile
 
She'll go with us this week end at a wedding 
]]> Tue, 26 Jul 2011 08:33:39 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=18141#18141 Water leak from the roof : Good to hear she's back in... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=18122#18122 Author: Podsible Dream
Subject: 1958
Posted: 25 Jul 2011 at 9:20pm

Good to hear she's back in service

Many happy podding trips... ]]> Mon, 25 Jul 2011 21:20:06 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=18122#18122 Water leak from the roof : Some joints on the top were not... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=18117#18117 Author: Damour
Subject: 1958
Posted: 25 Jul 2011 at 6:30pm

Some joints on the top were not good.

They remove it and remake the joints
]]> Mon, 25 Jul 2011 18:30:12 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=18117#18117 Water leak from the roof : Be sure to let us know how what... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=18116#18116 Author: HuronSailor
Subject: 1958
Posted: 25 Jul 2011 at 4:24pm

Be sure to let us know how what the problem was and how your dealer handled it. 
]]> Mon, 25 Jul 2011 16:24:06 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=18116#18116 Water leak from the roof : https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=18112#18112 Author: Guests
Subject: 1958
Posted: 25 Jul 2011 at 3:59pm

Thumbs Up]]> Mon, 25 Jul 2011 15:59:15 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=18112#18112 Water leak from the roof : My R-Pod is fixe . She'll... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=18110#18110 Author: Damour
Subject: 1958
Posted: 25 Jul 2011 at 2:46pm

My R-Pod is fixe .
She'll be back in few hours ..
 
I miss her .. Embarrassed
]]> Mon, 25 Jul 2011 14:46:54 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=18110#18110 Water leak from the roof : Really - English isn't all... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17945#17945 Author: Hodge-PODge
Subject: 1958
Posted: 22 Jul 2011 at 12:25am

Really - English isn't all that crazy.  It's just derived from so many different languages, with each derivative word bringing the rules of its language of origin.  I wouldn't say it is so much crazy as it is confusing, especially to my own little K-2 students who are mostly Hispanic.  (I teach English as a second language.) 
 
For instance, you "park in a driveway," and you "drive on a parkway."  
 
Or -- you blow a horn; the wind blows, you blow up something with explosives; you blow up a balloon (or YOU blow up like a balloon); if you're not careful you may blow your spelling test; if you ignore someone you blow them off, and if you lose your temper you blow off steam, or you may blow up.  Not to mention if you have bad tires you may have a blowout.  Oh, . . . and can you blow soap bubbles . . . or blow a bubble with your bubble gum?
 
Come to think of it, maybe all of you are right after all.  It DOES sound pretty crazy!  Confused
 
]]> Fri, 22 Jul 2011 00:25:02 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17945#17945 Water leak from the roof : And the spoken ones are even better... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17936#17936 Author: Podsible Dream
Subject: 1958
Posted: 21 Jul 2011 at 9:52pm

And the spoken ones are even better "what is black and white and re(a)d all over?" or "railroad crossing, look out for the cars, can you spell that without any "r"s? ]]> Thu, 21 Jul 2011 21:52:43 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17936#17936 Water leak from the roof : LOL, nice eh? Crazy English language. ... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17933#17933 Author: FISHTAIL
Subject: 1958
Posted: 21 Jul 2011 at 9:37pm

LOL, nice eh?  Crazy English language.]]> Thu, 21 Jul 2011 21:37:36 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17933#17933 Water leak from the roof : Dang it took ME a few seconds... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17930#17930 Author: techntrek
Subject: 1958
Posted: 21 Jul 2011 at 9:23pm

Dang it took ME a few seconds to figure that one out!]]> Thu, 21 Jul 2011 21:23:34 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17930#17930 Water leak from the roof : Originally posted by FISHTAILI... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17928#17928 Author: Damour
Subject: 1958
Posted: 21 Jul 2011 at 9:15pm

Originally posted by FISHTAIL



I agree.  Want to confuse a non-native speaker?  Write this:
"Time flies like an arrow.  Fruit flies like a banana".

Yeah...our language sucks.
 
LOL
]]> Thu, 21 Jul 2011 21:15:09 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17928#17928 Water leak from the roof : Originally posted by techntrekI... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17927#17927 Author: FISHTAIL
Subject: 1958
Posted: 21 Jul 2011 at 9:13pm

Originally posted by techntrek

I know I would not want to learn English and all its broken rules if it was a second or third language for me.  Although all the masculine/feminine congugation in Russian didn't always make sense to me, either.  Let's just say it was not my best subject.  Censored



I agree.  Want to confuse a non-native speaker?  Write this:
"Time flies like an arrow.  Fruit flies like a banana".

Yeah...our language sucks.
]]> Thu, 21 Jul 2011 21:13:06 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17927#17927 Water leak from the roof : I know I would not want to learn... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17906#17906 Author: techntrek
Subject: 1958
Posted: 21 Jul 2011 at 9:34am

I know I would not want to learn English and all its broken rules if it was a second or third language for me.  Although all the masculine/feminine congugation in Russian didn't always make sense to me, either.  Let's just say it was not my best subject.  Censored

]]> Thu, 21 Jul 2011 09:34:35 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17906#17906 Water leak from the roof : I'm 64 years old and only... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17899#17899 Author: TerryM
Subject: 1958
Posted: 21 Jul 2011 at 4:30am

I'm 64 years old and only speak English.  Sometimes I really mess it up, so don't worry about it.  You are doing just fine!Smile

Terry
]]> Thu, 21 Jul 2011 04:30:55 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17899#17899 Water leak from the roof : Thanks David I was beginning to... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17897#17897 Author: tdrace
Subject: 1958
Posted: 20 Jul 2011 at 11:18pm

Thanks David I was beginning to wonder what was going on. ]]> Wed, 20 Jul 2011 23:18:46 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17897#17897 Water leak from the roof : Thank you for being part of... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17895#17895 Author: Guests
Subject: 1958
Posted: 20 Jul 2011 at 9:48pm

Thank you for being part of our group!Smile
 
English is hard - even when speaking in person.  Writing is even harder......we can't see facial expressions, "body language", or tone of voice.  Sometimes it is hard to tell if someone is, say, joking or being serious, if you know what I mean.
 
I just wanted to be sure you were not offended.  Most everyone here tries to be very helpful and friendly.  It is a good place.  Be assured that if the moderators or Admin sees anyone being offensive, they will be spoken to.  You are among friends, here.
]]> Wed, 20 Jul 2011 21:48:50 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17895#17895 Water leak from the roof : I understand that english is not... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17879#17879 Author: Damour
Subject: 1958
Posted: 20 Jul 2011 at 8:36pm

I understand that english is not my spoke langage .
 
So , sometimes it's hard for me to understand exactly the meaning of a statement.
 
and .. It's hard too sometimes to express myself the right way .
 
Thank you David for your message. Smile
]]> Wed, 20 Jul 2011 20:36:07 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17879#17879 Water leak from the roof : Damour……I don’t feel... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17878#17878 Author: Guests
Subject: 1958
Posted: 20 Jul 2011 at 8:20pm

Damour……I don’t feel that I need to speak for Outbound, as he is very capable of expressing himself. However, I have been reading his writings for quite some time and feel that I have gained some insight. It would surprise me greatly if he intended any offense to you. I believe his remarks were directed solely at the other fellow, whom had taken issue with him. I have found Outbound to be very experienced and a good source of information & knowledge. He is always willing to help. He is a valued member of the group we have here.

By the way, I find your “English” delightful!

Iamsmonk………Keep chill’in!

Everyone else………..get out there and camp…..that’s an order! Then come back and tell us all about it.

Your moderator has SPOKEN! LOL

]]> Wed, 20 Jul 2011 20:20:16 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17878#17878 Water leak from the roof : I'm watching and wondering... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17873#17873 Author: Guests
Subject: 1958
Posted: 20 Jul 2011 at 4:50pm

Ying Yang I'm watching and wondering about this situation.  Unfortunately, I've had little time to do so for the past couple of days (and still don't).
 
The free exchange of ideas is a good thing.  However, when we begin to get "personal", I grow concerned, as I think most of the membership here does.  I'm not inclined to stand idle and let anyone be personally offended. 
 
Nascar, I'm going to ask you to remember that you are on an R-Pod Owners Forum.  You have made it clear that you do not think highly of R-Pods.  The membership here by and large does like R-Pods (some, even if they don't own one).  Please respect them. 
 
]]> Wed, 20 Jul 2011 16:50:41 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17873#17873 Water leak from the roof : Originally posted by Damour I... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17868#17868 Author: FISHTAIL
Subject: 1958
Posted: 20 Jul 2011 at 12:29pm

Originally posted by Damour

 
I hope that you're not talk about me when you say words : panic, cry , worry   .. ?

No, he wasn't referring to you.  He was just using a figure of speech to get his point across.

Nascar, I also agree that it won't get better unless we all demand it, but I think the new house analogy is a good one.  We had lots of small problems with our new house when we bought back in 05 (can't believe it's been that long already), and had to have the builder or various contractors come back out to fix things.  

While I completely agree that it shouldn't be the way it is, it is nice to know that when you do have problems, that you aren't the only one.  And places like this, that let you know what you can expect to find wrong, help, because then you at least have a shot at getting it fixed before you take it home.
]]> Wed, 20 Jul 2011 12:29:24 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17868#17868 Water leak from the roof : To the original poster, I am truly... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17867#17867 Author: this_is_nascar
Subject: 1958
Posted: 20 Jul 2011 at 8:00am

To the original poster, I am truly sorry for sh*tting-up your thread.  That wasn't my intent, honestly.  You should be p*ssed about a leaky roof in something so new.  It doesn't matter if it's a simple fix or not.  It should have never happened to begin with.  That's been the point I've been trying to make, but I seem to be in the minority feeling this way.  Good luck and I hope this gets resolve quickly and to your satisfaction.
]]> Wed, 20 Jul 2011 08:00:05 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17867#17867 Water leak from the roof : Originally posted by iamsmonkAfter... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17866#17866 Author: this_is_nascar
Subject: 1958
Posted: 20 Jul 2011 at 7:55am

Originally posted by iamsmonk

After reading a couple of threads lately, involving a select few forum members, I have come to the conclusion that the bulk of the campers out there (and on these forums) are just easy going people.  I think that's what makes a 'true' camper.  The ones that get upset and stay upset and hold a grudge are really not cut out to be campers!  It's all about chillin'.  Deal with the situation and get on with life...
 
Thanks for defining what a camper should be.  Obviously, I'm fall into the category of one of the "ones that get upset and stay upset", but according to you, I should just be a "true camper", accept anything and everything less than perfect and just get on with my life.  That model may work for you, but in life, one gets walked on and taken advantage of as proven time after time after time.  Continue to accept sub-par and inferior craftmanship from camper and all other products.  Quality will continue to degrade and everyone (according to you) will just have to smile, get over it and get on with their life.
 
It's time for me to disengage from this conversations.  It's apparrent, like I said in one of my other posts, that people are now "settling" and "accepting" things that should never be.  That may be good for you and others, but will never be for me.  Have a nice day.
 
]]> Wed, 20 Jul 2011 07:55:19 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17866#17866 Water leak from the roof : After reading a couple of threads... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17863#17863 Author: iamsmonk
Subject: 1958
Posted: 19 Jul 2011 at 10:24pm

After reading a couple of threads lately, involving a select few forum members, I have come to the conclusion that the bulk of the campers out there (and on these forums) are just easy going people.  I think that's what makes a 'true' camper.  The ones that get upset and stay upset and hold a grudge are really not cut out to be campers!  It's all about chillin'.  Deal with the situation and get on with life...]]> Tue, 19 Jul 2011 22:24:15 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17863#17863 Water leak from the roof : Hope all is well soon! https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17862#17862 Author: Caverkim
Subject: 1958
Posted: 19 Jul 2011 at 8:33pm

Hope all is well soon!  ]]> Tue, 19 Jul 2011 20:33:06 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17862#17862 Water leak from the roof : Originally posted by Outbound But,... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17861#17861 Author: Damour
Subject: 1958
Posted: 19 Jul 2011 at 7:53pm

Originally posted by Outbound

But, nascar, don't ever make the assumption that I'm complacent.  I am, however, a realist.  I have no interest in crying over spilt milk.  When I have a problem, I move forward, resolve the problem and then move on with life.

(..)  Part of that is understanding that quality issues regularly occur and that warranties and the dealership network are setup to address them.  There's no need for someone who has a problem with their new trailer to panic, or to cry, or to worry that they've thrown their money away on a piece of junk.


Damour's problem will be fixed with a minimum amount of fuss.
 
I hope that you're not talk about me when you say words : panic, cry , worry   .. ?
]]> Tue, 19 Jul 2011 19:53:17 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17861#17861 Water leak from the roof : nascar, I am in no way endorsing... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17860#17860 Author: Outbound
Subject: 1958
Posted: 19 Jul 2011 at 7:33pm

nascar, I am in no way endorsing the situation.  And, you're very correct that unless customers as a group demand better, the situation won't get better.  I encourage owners to bring their issues and experiences up with the manufacturers and dealers and to suggest realistic ways to improve.

But, nascar, don't ever make the assumption that I'm complacent.  I am, however, a realist.  I have no interest in crying over spilt milk.  When I have a problem, I move forward, resolve the problem and then move on with life.

The point of my post was not how things should be done or how the manufacturer could have done a better job in the first place.  I'm addressing the existing situation right now, today.  We have to deal with the way things are today.  Part of that is understanding that quality issues regularly occur and that warranties and the dealership network are setup to address them.  There's no need for someone who has a problem with their new trailer to panic, or to cry, or to worry that they've thrown their money away on a piece of junk.


Damour's problem will be fixed with a minimum amount of fuss.
]]> Tue, 19 Jul 2011 19:33:45 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17860#17860 Water leak from the roof : Originally posted by OutboundYour... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17859#17859 Author: this_is_nascar
Subject: 1958
Posted: 19 Jul 2011 at 7:09pm

Originally posted by Outbound

Your dealer will fix it and Forest River won't give you any problems.  Its likely just the gasket that needs to be replaced - its very easy to wrinkle/damage while lowering the air conditioner into place.


I've said the following before, and I'll likely say it again many times:

Buying a trailer is not like buying a new car that has been meticulously quality checked throughout the assembly process; you can expect the car to function flawlessly for years.  Buying a trailer is more like buying a new house, with many different trades involved in construction and assembled from many different components from different manufacturers.  You expect to call your builder back to fix the small problems which crop up.  Much the same can be said of buying a new trailer from any manufacturer.

Relax.  Expect to find a few, small problems with your new trailer.  Make a list and take it to your dealer to be fixed when its convenient for you.  This is the way the RV industry works.  Your dealer has staff on board to handle these problems - from dealing with Forest River's warranty department to correctly diagnosing and fixing your issue.
 
 
Well, I guess I'll get flamed again, but I can't keep my mouth shut.  The "RV industry works" this way exactly because of your willingness to accept it and not demand it be better.  Do you hear what you're saying?  No way will I ever "expect" to have issues after spending some serious cash.  I can't speak for new homes, since all I've ever owned are pre-owned, but I have a bigger issue just sitting there "expecting" problems with the finished product.
 
Put the RV maker's feet to the fire and demand more.  Demand quality.  Demand it gets done right the first time.  If I was an RV maker or RV dealer, I'd love to deal with customers that are only like you.  I'd have no responsibilities to live-up to other than to eventually get the problem fixed.  I'd have little accountability, nor would I have to really worry about putting out a quality product from the start, since you and others like you have set the standard for low-expectations and accepting how the "RV industry works".
 
 
]]> Tue, 19 Jul 2011 19:09:15 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17859#17859 Water leak from the roof : Your dealer will fix it and... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17848#17848 Author: Outbound
Subject: 1958
Posted: 19 Jul 2011 at 11:27am

Your dealer will fix it and Forest River won't give you any problems.  Its likely just the gasket that needs to be replaced - its very easy to wrinkle/damage while lowering the air conditioner into place.


I've said the following before, and I'll likely say it again many times:

Buying a trailer is not like buying a new car that has been meticulously quality checked throughout the assembly process; you can expect the car to function flawlessly for years.  Buying a trailer is more like buying a new house, with many different trades involved in construction and assembled from many different components from different manufacturers.  You expect to call your builder back to fix the small problems which crop up.  Much the same can be said of buying a new trailer from any manufacturer.

Relax.  Expect to find a few, small problems with your new trailer.  Make a list and take it to your dealer to be fixed when its convenient for you.  This is the way the RV industry works.  Your dealer has staff on board to handle these problems - from dealing with Forest River's warranty department to correctly diagnosing and fixing your issue.
]]> Tue, 19 Jul 2011 11:27:41 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1958&PID=17848#17848