R-pod Owners Forum : Introduction http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : Introduction Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 01 May 2026 20:20:13 +0000 Mon, 14 May 2012 13:02:04 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=2538 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Introduction : kayak - as already stated, no... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=24229#24229 Author: techntrek
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Posted: 14 May 2012 at 1:02pm

kayak - as already stated, no dumb questions exist here.  If you are handy with a voltmeter you can obtain the pinout of the Bargman connector online and test to see if you already have +12 between the + and - pins.  If you don't at first try starting the vehicle, some vehicles switch that off to prevent a dead battery.]]> Mon, 14 May 2012 13:02:04 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=24229#24229 Introduction : Don't assume your tv is charging... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=24219#24219 Author: furpod
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Posted: 14 May 2012 at 10:25am

Don't assume your tv is charging the pods battery just because of a factory bargman connector. A towing package may or may not be set up from the factory to charge a trailer battery. On our Expedition, with factory tow package, the hitch and connector were installed, but, in a seperate bag in the truck were the brake controller interface connection, and a fuse and relay that needed to be installed, in order for the truck to charge the trailer's battery.]]> Mon, 14 May 2012 10:25:29 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=24219#24219 Introduction : WELCOME ROY THERE IS NO DUMB... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=24212#24212 Author: rex
Subject: 2538
Posted: 14 May 2012 at 1:46am

WELCOME ROY THERE IS NO DUMB QUESTIONS THIS FORAM HAS HELPED ME SO MUCH LIKE YOU THIS WAS NEW TO ME I STILL RUN INTO PROBLEMS BUT I KEEP DIGGING INTO THE OLD POSTS AND CAN USUALLY FIND AN ANSWER. HAPPY TRAILS TO YOU rex pHp stuart fla.]]> Mon, 14 May 2012 01:46:34 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=24212#24212 Introduction : Thanks very much, Ds. I should... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=24211#24211 Author: KayakkrazyUP
Subject: 2538
Posted: 13 May 2012 at 11:01pm

Thanks very much, Ds. I should be fine. The pod is in the shop for a toilet fix so I haven't had much opportunity to check it out.
The tv, a 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee, has the factory installed 6-pin connection so I assume it will charge the pod battery.

Thanks again.

Roy]]> Sun, 13 May 2012 23:01:28 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=24211#24211 Introduction : Roy, some tow vehicles (tv) are... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=24204#24204 Author: dsmiths
Subject: 2538
Posted: 13 May 2012 at 9:20pm

Roy, some tow vehicles (tv) are prewired at the factory to include a 12 volt wire to the pods 12 volt system, sometimes if the selling dealer did the wiring connection this may not be included. does your tv have a factory trailer plug in or was it added at the dealer ? also the interior lights work off of 12 volts during dry camping, if you are planning on doing a lot of dry camping you may want to invest in low currect led type bulbs, there are a lot of sources on this website. keep poddin and keep smiling.]]> Sun, 13 May 2012 21:20:25 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=24204#24204 Introduction : OK...I'll preface this with... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=24203#24203 Author: KayakkrazyUP
Subject: 2538
Posted: 13 May 2012 at 9:13pm

OK...I'll preface this with an apology for the dumb question.

I've been told that the alternator on the car charges the camper battery when travelling. That true?

Do the interior lights function on 12 volt while dry camping?

Please remember, you were all "green" once. Well, maybe not this green.

Roy]]> Sun, 13 May 2012 21:13:13 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=24203#24203 Introduction : Welcome to the group! Feel... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=23971#23971 Author: Guests
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Posted: 02 May 2012 at 4:35pm

Welcome to the group!  Feel free to post any questions you may have....there are lots of fine folks who will help.  Regarding the "stinky slinky" holder, I would agree to just go ahead and replace it with a longer one with a larger diameter - life will be better.  There a a few suppliers, one of which is Camping World.
 
I think you are on the right track regarding the plumbing.  I would suggest leaving the pump on for a while to pressurize the system and check all of the plumbing you can access. 
]]> Wed, 02 May 2012 16:35:45 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=23971#23971 Introduction : Pods have manuals?? http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=23964#23964 Author: kymooses
Subject: 2538
Posted: 02 May 2012 at 12:53pm

Pods have manuals??  LOLLOLLOLLOL
 
 
]]> Wed, 02 May 2012 12:53:22 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=23964#23964 Introduction : Welcome. I agree about the manual... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=23957#23957 Author: techntrek
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Posted: 02 May 2012 at 10:33am

Welcome.  I agree about the manual - look for the "manual" thread I started in the mods forum.  It is far from complete but its far better than anything you'll get from FR.
 
You may want to look into getting a bigger sewer pipe container.  Someone else here contacted the manufacturer and found they have a bigger one.  The problem is the factory container won't accept some sewer hoses.  Especially if they've been fitted with parts so they make a good seal with the campsite sewer connection.
]]> Wed, 02 May 2012 10:33:03 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=23957#23957 Introduction : WE all hope to get a manual... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=23956#23956 Author: Keith-N-Dar
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Posted: 02 May 2012 at 8:49am

WE all hope to get a manual soon.  The only real complaint I have about the Pod is the poor rather generic manual.  You will do much better here with questions and searches.
 
We love our 177.  Just got back from a week in it and ready to go for the next trip!
]]> Wed, 02 May 2012 08:49:38 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=23956#23956 Introduction : Thanks.One cover for the sewer... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=23954#23954 Author: KayakkrazyUP
Subject: 2538
Posted: 02 May 2012 at 8:18am

Thanks.

One cover for the sewer pipe container on the tongue is broken, the other missing entirely. Can they be purchased at an R-pod dealer?  We did not get an owners manual with the purchase, so we are investigating by trial and error.  Hope to get a manual soon.
]]> Wed, 02 May 2012 08:18:24 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=23954#23954 Introduction : The Pod's plumbing is... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=23952#23952 Author: kymooses
Subject: 2538
Posted: 02 May 2012 at 7:07am

The Pod's plumbing is a relatively simple set of small pvc pipes and hoses, nothing that someone with basic handy skills couldn't tackle if you find more leaks.
 
Welcome and congratulations on the Pod purchase, you'll love it!!  And hopefully you won't find anymore small leaks!!
 
Good luck!
]]> Wed, 02 May 2012 07:07:53 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=23952#23952 Introduction : We are new members, just having... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2538&PID=23948#23948 Author: KayakkrazyUP
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Posted: 01 May 2012 at 10:55pm

We are new members, just having purchased a new/used 2011 r-pod 177 yesterday.  It's a year old but only slept in two nights, on one short trip.  Unfortunately, the original owner did not properly winterize it last fall.  All I have noticed is a leak at the back of the toilet when I convinced the seller to let me fill the water tank and turn the pump on.  I couldn't detect any sight or sound of more moving water, and the water heater pressure relief valve flushed water when opened.  Tomorrow after work I'll open things up to see the pump and water heater, and some more water pipe connections.  Is there anything in particular I should be looking for?

This site has been very helpful for a number of days, tho I didn't join until we had actually made the purchase yesterday.  Thanks for your help....past and future.

Roy, Deb (and Coco the Munsterlander Pointer)
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