R-pod Owners Forum : New 171 owners http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : New 171 owners Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sat, 02 May 2026 01:46:43 +0000 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 19:35:53 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=3012 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ New 171 owners : Robullelk, We also have a 172,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28657#28657 Author: dsmiths
Subject: 3012
Posted: 18 Oct 2012 at 7:35pm

Robullelk, We also have a 172, no matter what model you will love it, go slow on the mods until you have used it a few times, some you will want, some are dependent upon use. No matter a bad day podding is better than a good day at work. ]]> Thu, 18 Oct 2012 19:35:53 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28657#28657 New 171 owners : Welcome. You can start a new thread... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28637#28637 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3012
Posted: 18 Oct 2012 at 11:17am

Welcome.  You can start a new thread after you click into a sub-forum.  Look for the "New Topic" button at the upper-left.  Note that you do NOT need to enter a date when you start a new thread, that is just for events.]]> Thu, 18 Oct 2012 11:17:49 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28637#28637 New 171 owners : Hi All,Kind of new at all... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28628#28628 Author: robullelk
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Posted: 17 Oct 2012 at 10:49pm

Hi All,
Kind of new at all this internet stuff.   Not sure how to post, but thought I'd reply to this "thread" because I'm new.  Just purchased 172 from Sutton.  Pick up 10/26.  Taking tour of factory.  Spoke w/Susan quite a lot.
 
Picked Sutton because the 4 other dealers in the pacific nw+w just told me to take it or leave it and did not have competitive pricing.  Sutton is doing some custom mods (mostly electrical) that I gleaned from this forum.
 
Will let all know how the Sutton things turns out when I finally take delivery next week, but I want to say this forum has saved me ~nkthousands of $$.
 
Will keep all posted on how I do.  obtw: Hood River.  Still out on generator, solar system.
 
Regards all,
 
Robullelk
]]> Wed, 17 Oct 2012 22:49:38 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28628#28628 New 171 owners : Camper Bob, you are bad, stay... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28627#28627 Author: dsmiths
Subject: 3012
Posted: 17 Oct 2012 at 9:51pm

Camper Bob, you are bad, stay away from my cat "hunter" however I am not against a good slow cooked weiner dog.
]]> Wed, 17 Oct 2012 21:51:43 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28627#28627 New 171 owners : As the saying goes,"... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28590#28590 Author: Camper Bob
Subject: 3012
Posted: 16 Oct 2012 at 10:12am

As the saying goes," I love cats, I just can't finish one myself."  Safe Travels.]]> Tue, 16 Oct 2012 10:12:28 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28590#28590 New 171 owners : Hi Carl's cats,, Welcome... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28587#28587 Author: Podsible Dream
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Posted: 16 Oct 2012 at 8:10am

Hi Carl's cats,,

Welcome to podding! Be aware that in many places, especially state parks, like in PA, you are considered the same as members of the canine ilk (oh the horror!) and thus your owners will be relegated to camp in the "pets" section and be charged an extra fee for the night. I have yet to bark, poop on the campsite driveway, or steal any campers steak off the grill, but still they insist on this policy. Just a warning. I find it maddening, but still the rules are the rules, and I am only a little guy!

Have fun in your new traveling home. Ask your people to fix up a nice shelf under one of the windows so you can watch the world go by when they are out there having a good time!

Dusty, the camping kitty.
]]> Tue, 16 Oct 2012 08:10:11 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28587#28587 New 171 owners : welcome , you will love your pod.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28549#28549 Author: poder
Subject: 3012
Posted: 13 Oct 2012 at 10:52pm

welcome , you will love your pod. It is the best camper i have owned. Came into it form an airstream bambi, this pod is a better camper. ]]> Sat, 13 Oct 2012 22:52:43 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28549#28549 New 171 owners : Welcome, Carl. http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28545#28545 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3012
Posted: 13 Oct 2012 at 6:54pm

Welcome, Carl.]]> Sat, 13 Oct 2012 18:54:26 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28545#28545 New 171 owners : Hello everyone, We are proud owners... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28538#28538 Author: Mama Bear
Subject: 3012
Posted: 13 Oct 2012 at 12:41pm

Hello everyone, We are proud owners of a 177...purchased it from Stoltzfus RVS in PA about two weeks ago...drove 4 hours to pick it up...so worth it

We camped in tents years ago but never in a camper...so this is all new to us.  Love this site!
 
Can anyone tell us about using the cover...we have not purchased one yet and not sure we should.]]> Sat, 13 Oct 2012 12:41:13 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28538#28538 New 171 owners : Hello fellow pod'rs,We just... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28534#28534 Author: carlcarson
Subject: 3012
Posted: 13 Oct 2012 at 11:28am

Hello fellow pod'rs,
 
We just purchased a new 177 for our cats and we are hoping that they will allow us to use the pod for a few trips early in 2013. We purchased the pod in Fremont, Ohio and had a wonderful experience with the dealer. We camped on the return trip and everything went fine. We are not new RV'rs but we hadn't had an RV for several years so we need some reminders. Thanks to the forum as you all reminded me of things I should remember!!

We are towing with a 2008 Toyota Sienna w/towing package and the rig seems to work well. We purchased the bike rack and R-dome. The cats have ask that we watch the weight of our supplies and such so they can take plenty of food & toys along.

Hope to see you on the road

Carl & Judy Carson
Cats (Five & George)
Horseheads, NY

]]> Sat, 13 Oct 2012 11:28:50 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28534#28534 New 171 owners : Welcome to the world of podding,Happy... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28532#28532 Author: rex
Subject: 3012
Posted: 12 Oct 2012 at 10:00pm

Welcome to the world of podding,Happy trails to you  rex pHp stuart fla]]> Fri, 12 Oct 2012 22:00:19 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28532#28532 New 171 owners : Congratulations and welcome.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28526#28526 Author: Camper Bob
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Posted: 12 Oct 2012 at 7:35pm

Congratulations and welcome.  We are just finishing our sixth trip since taking delivery of our 2012 171 HRE in May.  We are finishing a 2,600 mile trip from Portland OR, to Bryce and Zion National Parks.  Have had a fabulous time.  No problems at all.  Will recommend using the flush device on the side of the trailer for the black water tank.  The sensor for that tank is invariably incorrect.  In any event, enjoy and Safe Travels.]]> Fri, 12 Oct 2012 19:35:22 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28526#28526 New 171 owners : Welcome! We just picked up our... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28516#28516 Author: wildflowerz
Subject: 3012
Posted: 12 Oct 2012 at 10:58am

Welcome!  We just picked up our 171 yesterday and will be taking the first trip next week.  
Looking forward to hearing about your pod.
]]> Fri, 12 Oct 2012 10:58:32 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28516#28516 New 171 owners : Congrats and welcome! http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28505#28505 Author: g4royce
Subject: 3012
Posted: 11 Oct 2012 at 4:36pm

Congrats and welcome!]]> Thu, 11 Oct 2012 16:36:59 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28505#28505 New 171 owners : Welcome to all of you! http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28504#28504 Author: Podsible Dream
Subject: 3012
Posted: 11 Oct 2012 at 4:15pm

Welcome to all of you! ]]> Thu, 11 Oct 2012 16:15:37 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28504#28504 New 171 owners : That colder, harder ground... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28472#28472 Author: Keith-N-Dar
Subject: 3012
Posted: 09 Oct 2012 at 10:30pm

That colder, harder ground is much the same as the plot to get less light from lightbulbs.  Really annoying!]]> Tue, 09 Oct 2012 22:30:23 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28472#28472 New 171 owners : Welcome. http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28469#28469 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3012
Posted: 09 Oct 2012 at 8:59pm

Welcome.]]> Tue, 09 Oct 2012 20:59:38 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28469#28469 New 171 owners : Welcome! I'm quite new too.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28466#28466 Author: Capt. Irk
Subject: 3012
Posted: 09 Oct 2012 at 8:43pm

Welcome! I'm quite new too. Haven't even picked up my 176 yet (this Fri 10/12). I also found a lot of information in this forum and am anxious to take my Maiden Voyage and see if any of the mods would suit me.]]> Tue, 09 Oct 2012 20:43:38 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28466#28466 New 171 owners : We finally gave up our tent after... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3012&PID=28465#28465 Author: Chessies
Subject: 3012
Posted: 09 Oct 2012 at 8:01pm

We finally gave up our tent after a few inclement trips this summer and last week we bought a 2013 171 from Nelson's here in Boise. (Besides, the ground has gotten harder and colder every year, it must be related to climate change and not the increasing number of birthday candles.) The inaugural trip was much colder than forecast but we're exceptionally pleased and I even managed to empty the tanks for the first time without looking like a character from Monty Python and the Holy Grail. 

I've been lurking for a few weeks without registering and I want to complement everyone on the helpful and informative posts. I've already put some of the tips to use and am compiling the mods to work on this winter (LEDs, bench storage mods, etc.).

Thanks for the help.  --Jim
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