R-pod Owners Forum : About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sat, 02 May 2026 05:36:40 +0000 Thu, 11 Apr 2013 11:50:54 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=3365 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : Thanks, that's Chloe, but... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=32181#32181 Author: devilock138
Subject: 3365
Posted: 11 Apr 2013 at 11:50am

Thanks, that's Chloe, but she ain't a puppy anymore.  She's about 8 years old now and is still getting to know the R-Pod(sniffing and poking around and finding a comfortable spot).]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2013 11:50:54 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=32181#32181 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : Congrats and welcome!You've... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=32171#32171 Author: g4royce
Subject: 3365
Posted: 11 Apr 2013 at 8:29am

Congrats and welcome!

You've got a really cute puppy there Smile




]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2013 08:29:45 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=32171#32171 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : Yes that was before we added a... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=32170#32170 Author: devilock138
Subject: 3365
Posted: 11 Apr 2013 at 1:59am

Yes that was before we added a couple of chain links to the weight distributing spring bars. In the latter pictures it looks pretty level.]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2013 01:59:07 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=32170#32170 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : Nice pics. It might be an illusion,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=32149#32149 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3365
Posted: 10 Apr 2013 at 7:37pm

Nice pics.  It might be an illusion, but in your 2nd pic it looks like the pod is a bit nose-up.  Its best to get that level or slightly nose-down, I've found nose-down to be best.]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2013 19:37:19 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=32149#32149 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : yikes, those pictures were huge.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=32139#32139 Author: devilock138
Subject: 3365
Posted: 10 Apr 2013 at 1:39pm

yikes, those pictures were huge.  Sorry about the scaling.  I will try to fix that when I get some free time.

There, I fixed it.
]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2013 13:39:04 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=32139#32139 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : The Cheyenne Camping Center treated... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=32138#32138 Author: devilock138
Subject: 3365
Posted: 10 Apr 2013 at 1:38pm


The Cheyenne Camping Center treated us to a celebratory bottle of champagne for our purchase.

All hitched up and ready to go

World's biggest truck stop

Toto, I don't think we're in Kansas, but it sure looks like it

After a restful night in the R-Pod at a truck stop, we're ready to get back to Atlanta

parked back at home



]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2013 13:38:25 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=32138#32138 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : Some notes about towing the R-Pod... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=32132#32132 Author: devilock138
Subject: 3365
Posted: 10 Apr 2013 at 11:55am

Some notes about towing the R-Pod with a 2007 Honda Odyssey EX-L.
I was able to drive without locking out overdrive(D3).  I installed a B&M plate and fin cooler for the transmission so I think it should prevent burning anything up.  I think I will add a gauge to indicate ATF temperature before the cooler.  Have not installed a power steering cooler and still don't think that I need one.
When we first towed it off the lot, the ride was very jerky, which we were able to solve mostly by adding 2 more links on the spring bars for the weight distribution system and loosening the anti-sway bars about an 1/8 of a turn each.
Used midgrade(89) octane for most of the trip.  When I switched to regular for a tank, the check engine light turned on about after going through about 3/4 tank.  Used my phone and bluetooth OBD2 dongle to read the code and found low O2 voltage on bank 2.  Switched back to midgrade and the light eventually cleared itself.
Braking seemed predictable, but I feel every pound of this trailer.
The rear suspension feels too soft so I am thinking about getting some adjustable air bags for the rear coil springs to help the load handling.
]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2013 11:55:12 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=32132#32132 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : Congrats and welcome. Lived in... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=32013#32013 Author: Racer|X|
Subject: 3365
Posted: 07 Apr 2013 at 7:41pm

Congrats and welcome.  Lived in the ATL area about a dozen years, 10-in Woodstock (Town Lake).  Miss it for the warmer Spring, Fall and winter.

Good luck and enjoy.
]]> Sun, 07 Apr 2013 19:41:22 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=32013#32013 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : Just got home. It's been... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31984#31984 Author: devilock138
Subject: 3365
Posted: 06 Apr 2013 at 6:47pm

Just got home. It's been a manic trip taken at a frantic pace, but we brought her home safe and sound. I'll try to get some pics posted soon.]]> Sat, 06 Apr 2013 18:47:27 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31984#31984 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : Was a great day for driving on... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31971#31971 Author: Goose
Subject: 3365
Posted: 06 Apr 2013 at 2:26am

Was a great day for driving on Friday, just be safe. Goose]]> Sat, 06 Apr 2013 02:26:56 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31971#31971 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : 11.8 mpg on the last fill up. http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31967#31967 Author: devilock138
Subject: 3365
Posted: 05 Apr 2013 at 9:56pm

11.8 mpg on the last fill up.]]> Fri, 05 Apr 2013 21:56:12 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31967#31967 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : Yea, I am fully expecting to be... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31963#31963 Author: devilock138
Subject: 3365
Posted: 05 Apr 2013 at 8:26pm

Yea, I am fully expecting to be in that range when the full tank is used while towing. I am not fully convinced, but I am trying mid-grade on this fill up.

Still going through Illinois and it is super flat terrain. We're maintaining 65mph.]]> Fri, 05 Apr 2013 20:26:22 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31963#31963 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : Congrats. Most here usually get... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31962#31962 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3365
Posted: 05 Apr 2013 at 8:15pm

Congrats.  Most here usually get around 12 mpg so I'm surprised to see your number.]]> Fri, 05 Apr 2013 20:15:16 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31962#31962 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : So our first fill-up towing, we... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31958#31958 Author: devilock138
Subject: 3365
Posted: 05 Apr 2013 at 6:53pm

So our first fill-up towing, we got 15.7 mpg which was about 75% of that tank. I expect it to get worse as the terrain here is pretty flat.]]> Fri, 05 Apr 2013 18:53:59 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31958#31958 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : We made it to Mt. Vernon, Il.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31938#31938 Author: devilock138
Subject: 3365
Posted: 05 Apr 2013 at 6:46am

We made it to Mt. Vernon, Il. last night and averaged 24.7 mpg not towing. Will update the thread today once we get hooked up and are towing back home.]]> Fri, 05 Apr 2013 06:46:08 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31938#31938 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : Best wishes for a safe and happy... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31937#31937 Author: gnawbone
Subject: 3365
Posted: 05 Apr 2013 at 6:29am

Best wishes for a safe and happy trip. I'd be interested in your gas mileage and towing capability of your Odyssey. We have a Toyota Sienna set up and we bought a 177 last Dec. Not used it yet. Not too bright to buy a trailer in the middle of winter when we can't use it and check it out. I got too excited, I guess.
]]> Fri, 05 Apr 2013 06:29:49 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31937#31937 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : GaRedneck81, might just take you... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31923#31923 Author: devilock138
Subject: 3365
Posted: 04 Apr 2013 at 5:38am

GaRedneck81, might just take you up on that. Will depend heavily on how our time looks getting back. This is going to be a crazy trip as far as distance covered and time allotted.]]> Thu, 04 Apr 2013 05:38:25 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31923#31923 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : Thanks for the tip on the truck... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31922#31922 Author: devilock138
Subject: 3365
Posted: 04 Apr 2013 at 5:34am

Thanks for the tip on the truck stop, Goose! Looks like the dealer is right on the other side of I80. Will definitely drop in and check it out.]]> Thu, 04 Apr 2013 05:34:34 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31922#31922 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : Congrats on the win; and welcome... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31921#31921 Author: GaRedneck81
Subject: 3365
Posted: 03 Apr 2013 at 10:30pm

Congrats on the win; and welcome ! I'm in Kennesaw if you want to stop by on the way back !

]]> Wed, 03 Apr 2013 22:30:21 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31921#31921 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : Welcome, when in Walcott fuel... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31919#31919 Author: Goose
Subject: 3365
Posted: 03 Apr 2013 at 10:18pm

Welcome, when in Walcott fuel up at I-80 Truck Stop (Worlds Largest Truck Stop) and walk down to the Chrome Shop to check out the wall of lights. All kinds for the inside and the outside, neat old trucks all over too. Goose]]> Wed, 03 Apr 2013 22:18:01 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31919#31919 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : Welcome. IM me if you decide... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31910#31910 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3365
Posted: 03 Apr 2013 at 9:41pm

Welcome.

IM me if you decide you want to be pHp.  Which is not the same as php, cfm, asp, jsp, css, html, js or xml.  Tongue

]]> Wed, 03 Apr 2013 21:41:46 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31910#31910 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : Thanks for the tip, Bob and Joyce.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31908#31908 Author: devilock138
Subject: 3365
Posted: 03 Apr 2013 at 8:33pm

Thanks for the tip, Bob and Joyce.  Will definitely look into it and will probably add myself to the list of pHp'ers.  Being in the IT profession, pHp here has a different meaning than what I am accustomed to!]]> Wed, 03 Apr 2013 20:33:11 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31908#31908 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : congratulations on an awesome... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31894#31894 Author: kymooses
Subject: 3365
Posted: 03 Apr 2013 at 7:37am

congratulations on an awesome auction win!!  you'll love it.]]> Wed, 03 Apr 2013 07:37:07 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31894#31894 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : Welcome!That's quite an initial... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31893#31893 Author: coopercdrkey
Subject: 3365
Posted: 03 Apr 2013 at 6:50am

Welcome!

That's quite an initial adventure.  Safe travels, and check out the list of pHp'ers along your route- just in case.
]]> Wed, 03 Apr 2013 06:50:35 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31893#31893 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : Welcome :) And good luck on your... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31890#31890 Author: 3DogPod
Subject: 3365
Posted: 02 Apr 2013 at 11:37pm

Welcome :) And good luck on your first road-trip with the Pod... Anticipate the waves and stares along the way ...

W
]]> Tue, 02 Apr 2013 23:37:37 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31890#31890 About to pickup a 2010 R-Pod 176T : Greetings!Been a long time fan... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3365&PID=31885#31885 Author: devilock138
Subject: 3365
Posted: 02 Apr 2013 at 10:18pm

Greetings!
Been a long time fan of R-Pods and have been looking for one for the past couple of years.  Finally decided to take the leap and get one.  We have been camping with a 1968 Play-Mor 10.5' canned ham trailer and with my wife, a 4 yo, 1 yo and a 95 lbs boxer bull mastiff, we have quickly run out of room.

I won an auction on eBay for a 2010 R-Pod 176T and will be driving from Atlanta, Ga to Walcott, Ia to pick it up on Friday.

Have been reading a bunch about them from this forum and others and am excited to join the community.  We'll be towing it with our 2007 Honda Odyssey.  I added a plate and fin transmission cooler and a class III hitch when we got the Play-Mor and will be adding a weight distributing hitch and brake controller when we pick it up at the dealer.

Perhaps we'll see some of you on the road!
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