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R-pod Owners Forum : Newbie http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : Newbie Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sat, 02 May 2026 08:15:45 +0000 Wed, 15 May 2013 20:27:33 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=3484 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Newbie : My Walmart has a serviceable RV... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33205#33205 Author: Podsible Dream
Subject: 3484
Posted: 15 May 2013 at 8:27pm

My Walmart has a serviceable RV section and towing section in the auto area. As well as a lot of camping stuff.

I would suggest 2x lumber for leveling the trailer. 1x has tendency to split (and make good kindling). One could glue and screw two 1x8 s together to get a tough piece of 2x, but that's a lot of work. I carry six or so pieces of 2x8 (left over rafter ends from the house remodel), and use them for leveling blocks. Two pieces are a bit longer and are the base and the shorter ones on top, staggered for easier moving up the step. If they aren't needed to level, they make good weights to hold down the r-dome skirt.

Have fun outfitting the pod!

]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 20:27:33 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33205#33205 Newbie : I installed a 5 foot Super-Tube... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33204#33204 Author: CharlieM
Subject: 3484
Posted: 15 May 2013 at 8:24pm

I installed a 5 foot Super-Tube by DW Incorporated. It accommodates the 15 foot RhinoFlex hose kit and all the couplers. I installed mine crossways under the pod body just forward of the waste tanks. It takes some care in placement, but it fit on my 172.

Here's a link:

http://www.dwincorp.com/products/82/SUPER-TUBE

]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 20:24:17 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33204#33204 Newbie : All,Thank you for such great suggestions.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33203#33203 Author: waynemaw
Subject: 3484
Posted: 15 May 2013 at 8:10pm

All,

Thank you for such great suggestions. I like the idea of saving a few bucks, so I am going to use all of these ideas.

1) I never think of Walmart as carrying RV gear like chocks.

2).great point on the sewer hose. I will look for a 10 ft or modify.

3).i think I have some 1x8 in the basement that will work great

Any other suggestions for us newbies are great.

Thank you everyone. Keep the ideas coming.

]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 20:10:41 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33203#33203 Newbie : Waynemaw, I see you're... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33202#33202 Author: Kickstart
Subject: 3484
Posted: 15 May 2013 at 6:40pm

Waynemaw, I see you're getting a 15' length of sewer hose. I dunno about the newer Pods, but with my older '10 RP 175 the tube for storing the sewer hose would only accept a 10 foot length of hose. Lots of owners have done some pretty creative modifications to be able to carry longer lengths of hose. Storage for only ten feet is/was a pain, as you often need at least 15 or 20 feet.]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 18:40:55 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33202#33202 Newbie : I agree with Tech. You can also... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33197#33197 Author: Podsible Dream
Subject: 3484
Posted: 15 May 2013 at 6:00pm

I agree with Tech. You can also buy a long length of 2x8 for the price if the leveling blocks and cut down to 12 and 24" lengths. And some decent chocks at Walmart for much less.]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 18:00:15 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33197#33197 Newbie : Pretty comprehensive list. You... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33167#33167 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3484
Posted: 14 May 2013 at 8:47pm

Pretty comprehensive list. You might be able to throw together some things cheaper with regular stuff, like the first aid kit and the dinnerware set.]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 20:47:23 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33167#33167 Newbie : Glad to see more 176T's and... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33163#33163 Author: waynemaw
Subject: 3484
Posted: 14 May 2013 at 8:35pm

Glad to see more 176T's and 172T's starting to enter the picture. Congrats on the new rpod. Our delivery was moved out by one day to this Friday. Needless to say I am chomping at the bit. We have already booked out Memorial Day trip to a local campground in Rochester, MA, the gateway to Cape Cod. I am also compiling my list of things I need to buy based on the reading I have been doing.

Here is my list of items I have compiled on Amazon. I need to add sheets and a mattress topper for the queen bed and "massage table sheets" for the bunks. If anyone else has any other must have's let me know.


	Camco 59133 RV Brass 90 Tee with 3 ports by Camco 4.8 out of 5 stars (8) $43.79$25.84 In Stock.Offered by Amazon.com 14 Used & New from $20.26 Move to another list	Added May 3, 2013 Add comments, quantity & priority


	Camco 59043 12' RV Propane Extension Hose by Camco 3.8 out of 5 stars (5) Price dropped 8% (was $23.10 when added) $30.63$21.12 In Stock.Offered by Amazon.com Only 14 left in stock--order soon. 9 Used & New from $17.15 Move to another list	Added May 3, 2013 Add comments, quantity & priority


	Coleman High-Pressure Propane Hose and Adapter by Coleman 4.3 out of 5 stars (123) Price dropped 6% (was $19.55 when added) $26.99$18.23 In Stock.Offered by Amazon.com 25 Used & New from $15.70 Move to another list	Added May 3, 2013 Add comments, quantity & priority


	Mediabridge Coaxial Digital Audio Video Cable - (25 Feet) - Triple Shielded, F-Pin to F-Pin with Easy Grip Connector Caps by Mediabridge 4.9 out of 5 stars (91) $23.99$10.99 In Stock.Offered by Mediabridge Products, LLC 1 Used & New from $10.99 Move to another list	Added May 3, 2013 Add comments, quantity & priority


	Camco 57363 Leveling Scissor Jack Socket by Camco 4.6 out of 5 stars (126) Price dropped 6% (was $5.14 when added) $5.20$4.83 In Stock.Offered by Amazon.com 14 Used & New from $4.49 Move to another list	Added May 3, 2013 Add comments, quantity & priority


	Tri-Lynx 00018 Lynx Stop 'N Chock Interlocking Wheel Chock, (Pack of 2) by Tri-Lynx 4.7 out of 5 stars (24) $38.30$24.95 In Stock.Offered by Amazon.com 5 Used & New from $19.13 Move to another list	Added May 3, 2013 Add comments, quantity & priority


	Hopkins 08525 Graduated Level by Hopkins 4.5 out of 5 stars (90) Price dropped 5% (was $8.14 when added) $8.55$7.69 In Stock.Offered by Amazon.com 8 Used & New from $7.69 Move to another list	Added May 3, 2013 Add comments, quantity & priority


	Tri-Lynx 00015 Lynx Leveler for RV Leveling Block with Nylon Storage Case, (Pack of 10) by Tri-Lynx 4.5 out of 5 stars (82) $43.52$36.99 In Stock.Offered by Amazon.com 8 Used & New from $30.00 Move to another list	Added May 3, 2013 Add comments, quantity & priority


	Camco 39761 RhinoFLEX 15' RV Sewer Hose Kit with Swivel Fittings by Camco 4.2 out of 5 stars (141) Price dropped 1% (was $29.35 when added) $36.10$28.98 In Stock.Offered by Amazon.com 26 Used & New from $28.98 Move to another list	Added May 3, 2013 Add comments, quantity & priority


	Coleman Expedition First Aid Kit by Coleman 4.3 out of 5 stars (40) $22.99$19.88 In Stock.Offered by Amazon.com 13 Used & New from $18.00 Move to another list	Added May 3, 2013 Add comments, quantity & priority


	Coleman PerfectFlow Insta Start Grill Stove by Coleman 4.3 out of 5 stars (79) $94.99$84.88 In Stock.Offered by Amazon.com 12 Used & New from $77.31 Move to another list	Added May 3, 2013 Add comments, quantity & priority


	Coleman Speckled Enamelware Dining Kit (Red) by Coleman 3.5 out of 5 stars (120) $51.99 In Stock.Offered by Amazon.com 14 Used & New from $42.99 Move to another list	Added May 3, 2013 Add comments, quantity & priority


	Coleman Grill Stove Griddle by Coleman 4.7 out of 5 stars (42) $34.99$28.84 Usually ships within 3 to 6 weeks. Offered by Amazon.com 1 Used & New from $28.84 Move to another list

]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 20:35:54 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33163#33163 Newbie : Congrats and enjoy. http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33157#33157 Author: Racer|X|
Subject: 3484
Posted: 14 May 2013 at 7:59pm

Congrats and enjoy.]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 19:59:07 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33157#33157 Newbie : Welcome to the family!! http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33142#33142 Author: kymooses
Subject: 3484
Posted: 14 May 2013 at 10:46am

Welcome to the family!!]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 10:46:25 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33142#33142 Newbie : Thanks for the info.We may head... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33119#33119 Author: Jody
Subject: 3484
Posted: 13 May 2013 at 11:06pm

Thanks for the info. We may head back toward home and go to Hungry Mother or New River Trail and just keep our fingers crossed that all goes ok. Yes we are getting it from Country Roads RV. I have read good things from this forum about them. We are a little nervous as we purchased our Pod strictly from viewing online . We currently have a Viking Legend 240st which I love but DH is 'over' putting up and taking down, thus our camping adventures have dwindled. Loved the pull out tent feature and neither of us wants a huge RV.. so the R-Pod seems as if it will suite our needs. Will post pics if I can figure it all out.

Steve and Jody

Dogs: Hatteras (Hattie) & Frisco

2013 R-Pod 176t ( not named yet)

2012 Yukon Denali

]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 23:06:08 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33119#33119 Newbie : Congratulations! I'm guessing... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33117#33117 Author: P&M
Subject: 3484
Posted: 13 May 2013 at 10:30pm

Congratulations! I'm guessing that you are buying from Country Roads RV? If so, that is on the north side of town. There is a great family run campground just south of Lexington called Cross Winds Family Campground, and a Thousand Trails campground called Forest Lake that is just NW of town. Either of those would keep you close by for a night.]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 22:30:14 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33117#33117 Newbie : Welcome. Good idea camping close... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33111#33111 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3484
Posted: 13 May 2013 at 8:38pm

Welcome. Good idea camping close to the dealer, we also recommend "camp driveway" for the first trip but your way is great, too.]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 20:38:12 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33111#33111 Newbie : Welcome. Safe Travels. http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33110#33110 Author: Camper Bob
Subject: 3484
Posted: 13 May 2013 at 7:04pm

Welcome. Safe Travels.]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 19:04:54 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33110#33110 Newbie : My husband and I are picking up... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3484&PID=33107#33107 Author: Jody
Subject: 3484
Posted: 13 May 2013 at 6:50pm

My husband and I are picking up our brand new 176t on Thursday1. We are from southwes Virginia and are traveling to Lexington North Carolina to get it. I am sure that I will have lots of questions and am so glad to have found this forum.

Wehave our gear packed so that we can get in a long weekend right after we pick it up. Thought we may stay close to the NC dealer just in case we have a problem with the new pod. Does anyone have any ideas of a good campground. Just the two of us and our dogs. Anything with water...creek, river,lake etc

Thanks

Jody

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