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Subject: 3468
Posted: 13 May 2013 at 5:14pm

Originally posted by dsmiths

The 172 is perfect for a couple with 2 kids, you can fold the dinette down for the short queen for mom and dad and the kids can have the bunks. get a memory foam mattress for the rear dinette. Donna and I got a 3 inch 2 layer at yes (walmart) I roll it up and put bungee cords around it when not in use. I also built a foldable 1/8 inch luan stiffener I put between the factory cushions and the foam mattress. It sleeps like heaven. You're going to have a lot of fun in that cool looking small package.


novaform mattress could be a great option too.
]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 17:14:14 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=33106#33106 Picking up 172 soon! : Congratulations, PeppyPod! You're... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=33024#33024 Author: francoisfrogpod
Subject: 3468
Posted: 11 May 2013 at 8:24am

Congratulations, PeppyPod! You're going to love your pod like the rest of us here. This forum is the best place for questions/advice/general complaining... what ever you feel like doing at the time. Hope to see more pictures from you. We all love those pictures!

]]> Sat, 11 May 2013 08:24:24 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=33024#33024 Picking up 172 soon! : I will take some tomorrow. You... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=33011#33011 Author: PeppyPod
Subject: 3468
Posted: 10 May 2013 at 8:21pm

I will take some tomorrow.  You can't actually see the staple but I saw a little tiny inconsistency in the ceiling almost like a tiny hole....and I asked if it was a leak?.. He said it was from the staples.  (kind of like what a nail would do in a new house after a little bit.. What is that called a "nail punch"???  I can't remember.  My husband wasn't concerned but..... Confused
]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 20:21:22 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=33011#33011 Picking up 172 soon! : That's a pretty Pod!1yr is... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=33010#33010 Author: kymooses
Subject: 3468
Posted: 10 May 2013 at 8:14pm

That's a pretty Pod!

1yr is standard warranty so you're good there.

Risers, like everyone else has already said are almost 90% necessary.  You either have to learn to be vigilantly paying attention all the time to make sure you don't bottom out and pull a scissor jack off, or you just get the risers eventually.

Wouldn't mind seeing pics of these staples in the ceiling.  Not sure I've heard or seen that before from anyone else.


Sure does look good in your drive, congrats!
]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 20:14:17 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=33010#33010 Picking up 172 soon! : Here is our first picture http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=33008#33008 Author: PeppyPod
Subject: 3468
Posted: 10 May 2013 at 7:22pm

Here is our first picture]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 19:22:23 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=33008#33008 Picking up 172 soon! : +1 on the risers. I didn't... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=33005#33005 Author: Keith-N-Dar
Subject: 3468
Posted: 10 May 2013 at 6:53pm

+1 on the risers.  I didn't think we needed them until last time out last summer when I scraped the jack off of the left rear getting on the Washington Island ferry.  I pick our Pod up in the morning, with risers installed, bearings packed, brakes checked out and some other small things I had the dealer do.]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 18:53:22 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=33005#33005 Picking up 172 soon! : Look for the "Post Options"... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=33002#33002 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3468
Posted: 10 May 2013 at 6:36pm

Look for the "Post Options" at the top-right of every post.  You can delete a post as long as nobody has replied.  I've deleted the post for you, since you probably can't now that I've replied.  Embarrassed

No such thing as too many questions for the dealer!  One year sounds right, he should have offered you an extended warranty from the factory.  I got mine 4 years ago for $150 if I remember right.

You'll need to get the risers installed, like many of us have.  The pod is just too low without them.

To post pics go into "full edit mode" either by clicking on the Post Reply button at the bottom of every thread, or if you already started using the "quick reply" press the little arrow just above the text box, that points up and to the right.  Once you are in full edit mode Look for the little tree to add a pic. 

]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 18:36:11 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=33002#33002 Picking up 172 soon! : Walk through went fine :)... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=33000#33000 Author: PeppyPod
Subject: 3468
Posted: 10 May 2013 at 6:16pm

Walk through went fine :)  I was so nervous the whole time.  I felt bad asking so many questions.  Almost thought that THEY thought I didn't trust them :)  The dealer was AWESOME though.  One thing I noticed was there were staple marks on the ceiling.  I asked what those were and he told me.  Anyone else notice those?  Anyway, he made me feel better about them.  I also thought I got a longer warranty than a year bumper to bumper.  For some reason, I heard the salesman say something else but I guess I misunderstood.  Is this a common warranty?  Should I have more than a year? 
Anyway the 30 minute trip home went as smooth as can be.  Husband says he couldn't even really feel it behind him.  We were pulling it with our Tundra.  He laughed at me when I asked if his truck could handle it?  Ouch What do I know?
But, we backed it in our driveway and it scraped the ground.  Of course I went loony toons.  We have a bit of a dip. How can we fix this? We put a wheel on the front and pushed it into place next to our garage.  Easy peesy..
Anyways, I can't tell you how excited we are!!! It looks so cute parked in our driveway. (I hope our neighbors think so too... cause it is right in their face)
Our first trip will be a  next weekend.  I will post pics soon.. Oh no, how do I post pics?

]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 18:16:36 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=33000#33000 Picking up 172 soon! : I don't think you'll... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=32995#32995 Author: kymooses
Subject: 3468
Posted: 10 May 2013 at 3:05pm

I don't think you'll have any issues with a "lemon" Pod.


Good luck with your walkthrough!!
]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 15:05:07 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=32995#32995 Picking up 172 soon! : Welcome! We are very eager to... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=32992#32992 Author: ThePinoyPodders
Subject: 3468
Posted: 10 May 2013 at 2:30pm

Welcome! We are very eager to get our hands on our 172 as well! Can't wait to hear about your likes (and hopefully no dislikes), and your many adventures! 

ThePinoyPodders (Wife) 
]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 14:30:13 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=32992#32992 Picking up 172 soon! : Welcome. I think the days of lemons... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=32978#32978 Author: Camper Bob
Subject: 3468
Posted: 10 May 2013 at 11:04am

Welcome.  I think the days of lemons are pretty much done with.  I think Forest River has heard enough from us all and has taken steps to alleviate the problems during the build, and upon delivery.  I would suggest you carry a large yellow pad with you on your trips to note any items that you need to add to what you already have, and possibly any problems with the Pod.  It was suggested to purchase a torque wrench and to check all the wheel lugs prior to any trips.  Takes a moment and prevents and mishaps with missing wheels while towing.  Of course, read all of the forum tips and take notes.  You should have a wonderful time and of course post any questions or concerns here and we will answer them for you.  Safe Travels.

]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 11:04:36 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=32978#32978 Picking up 172 soon! : We are going to do the walk through... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=32976#32976 Author: PeppyPod
Subject: 3468
Posted: 10 May 2013 at 10:24am

We are going to do the walk through today at 1:30.  Wish us luck :)
We are very excited about the 172.  We were looking for this set up for a while. (2 Bunks and a queen) The only other camper that even came close was the Scamp and we were not going to buy something sight unseen.  There were no Scamps anywhere to be found in the South :)  Thank goodness we came across the RPOD!

Since our little ones are so little right now, we thought it might be easier to split them up and have one sleep with me on the top bunk and the other with my husband on the bottom bunk.  This way, we can leave the dinette set up.  Of course, we may change our minds after our first trip next weekend.  We shall see.  In our old Pop Up, we had to do this.  The kids never get to sleep with us, so they love it when they can!  Plus the size of our bunks are about the same size as the beds were in our Pop UP.  Once we get a safety net on the top bunk, we will probably just throw both kids up there and my husband and I will share the bottom bunk.  We are both pretty small so it will be nice and cozy down there ;)
Like I said, this all could change after I first trip, but I think it is our initial plan.  hehe. 

I am going to print out my check list and take it with me to the dealer but is there ANYTHING I should really look out for.  After reading some of the posts on the repair boards, I am paranoid I am going to get a "lemon"... uh oh buyer's remorse is kicking in again.  MUST STAY CALM Dead
]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 10:24:55 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=32976#32976 Picking up 172 soon! : http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=32975#32975 Author: PeppyPod
Subject: 3468
Posted: 10 May 2013 at 10:09am

]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 10:09:57 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=32975#32975 Picking up 172 soon! : Welcome! http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=32959#32959 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3468
Posted: 09 May 2013 at 9:33pm

Welcome!]]> Thu, 09 May 2013 21:33:26 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=32959#32959 Picking up 172 soon! : The 172 is perfect for a couple... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=32955#32955 Author: dsmiths
Subject: 3468
Posted: 09 May 2013 at 8:48pm

The 172 is perfect for a couple with 2 kids, you can fold the dinette down for the short queen for mom and dad and the kids can have the bunks. get a memory foam mattress for the rear dinette. Donna and I got a 3 inch 2 layer at yes (walmart) I roll it up and put bungee cords around it when not in use. I also built a foldable 1/8 inch luan stiffener I put between the factory cushions and the foam mattress. It sleeps like heaven. You're going to have a lot of fun in that cool looking small package.]]> Thu, 09 May 2013 20:48:50 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=32955#32955 Picking up 172 soon! : As Steely Dan sang, "No heart... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=32951#32951 Author: coopercdrkey
Subject: 3468
Posted: 09 May 2013 at 5:14pm

As Steely Dan sang, "No heart breakin', no remorse".  

You have made a wonderful choice, as have we!  We had no RV experience- just some tent camping, and
some years ago.  What we had, however, was a great delivery experience from a dealer that prides
themselves on that level of service.

The R-Pod seems, to us, to strike a perfect balance between "roughing it", and "driving your motel room".
Our pups love hanging out with us in the R-Dome, I love cooking dinner over a charcoal fire, and my wife
loves the convenience that the 'Pod offers-  indoor bath, and A/C!

Welcome, and great times await.


]]> Thu, 09 May 2013 17:14:07 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=32951#32951 Picking up 172 soon! : It will all be OK.. LOL. You are... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=32950#32950 Author: furpod
Subject: 3468
Posted: 09 May 2013 at 4:57pm

It will all be OK.. LOL.

You are not the first to go down this road. And in fact you have an advantage over many many podders, because for a pretty high percentage of them, this is their first camper. You guys probably already have a grasp on towing, 12v vs 120v systems, using a dump station, etc.

And, you have already found the forums, where, the collective knowledge is, well, huge.

OH.. and WELCOME to the pod life!
]]> Thu, 09 May 2013 16:57:02 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=32950#32950 Picking up 172 soon! : We are almost the proud owners... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3468&PID=32949#32949 Author: PeppyPod
Subject: 3468
Posted: 09 May 2013 at 4:51pm

We are almost the proud owners of a new 2012 Rpod 172!  We decided to buy it on Monday even though we hadn't even sold our Jayco Pop Up.  I put our Pop Up on Craigslist and sold it to the first person who showed up today!   We sold it for $150 more than we paid for it (We did put some money into it.. but  I think we still did pretty good for having our pop up for two years and walking away almost even.) 

Anywho.. back to our RPOD!  I am so excited about picking it up.  We were going to do the walk through on Monday, but since we sold our Jayco, I want to go ahead and pick it up tomorrow.  I am pretty nervous.  Is there anything I really need to look out for?  I get really bad buyer's remorse when I make a big purchase so I need to stay calm or I will talk myself out of it.  I have spent all week reading the forums.  WHOA.. so much stuff to learn :) 
I can't wait to join the community and be an old pro!

Little bit about us.
I am 38 year old stay at home mom with two wonderful kids (5 and 3) and a wonderful husband. 
Big smile

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