R-pod Owners Forum : Suggestions on R-Pod Models https://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : Suggestions on R-Pod Models Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Tue, 23 Jun 2026 06:32:11 +0000 Wed, 17 Jul 2013 23:46:22 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 https://www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=3713 R-pod Owners Forum https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.rpod-owners.com/ Suggestions on R-Pod Models : Welcome, seldovia. If you put... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3713&PID=35768#35768 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3713
Posted: 17 Jul 2013 at 11:46pm

Welcome, seldovia.  If you put a genset in the storage compartment make sure you don't run it there.  Keep in mind that running it on the tongue will transfer vibrations through the frame and noise through the front wall.  Here was my solution to vibration and noise:  http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3689&title=my-generator-mount]]> Wed, 17 Jul 2013 23:46:22 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3713&PID=35768#35768 Suggestions on R-Pod Models : Lots of research got us a 178... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3713&PID=35734#35734 Author: seldovia
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Posted: 17 Jul 2013 at 7:57am

Lots of research got us a 178 with the queen back and the dinette/queen in the front. Works great for our family of four (boys 12 and 14) and the dome/screen room was great for the mosquito area of south Mn. We have the cover for longer times in the driveway and storage, and looking for a bike rack for the rear hitch and a generator for either the storage compartment or the tongue.]]> Wed, 17 Jul 2013 07:57:10 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3713&PID=35734#35734 Suggestions on R-Pod Models : All the pods are good. Getting... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3713&PID=35722#35722 Author: Thinker
Subject: 3713
Posted: 16 Jul 2013 at 5:18pm

All the pods are good. Getting the right fit depends on your lifestyle and needs. We have been camping 25 years, first a tent, then a pop up, then a small fifth wheel pulled with a Tundra,

Then we bought a big fifth wheel and a big diesel pickup to tow it. Then we looked at what we were paying for the truck plus the camper, and traded all that for a 36' diesel pusher.

Now, we had to have a toad to tow behind the DP. Honda Pilot fit fine as it tows 4/flat. Added lights, tow bars, air brakes to the Honda.

We then went West along the Lewis and Clark Trail. Through Yellowstone, and the Tetons. Down through the Rockies...

But we began to notice a few things... the bigger our rigs got, the less time we spent outdoors. Costs went up, and with all the mechanical systems maintenance became a chore.

We also noticed on several of our rigs that all slides will leak at some point..

We sold it all and stayed home long enough to build a house after Katrina. But we began to miss the RV experience.

The RV dealer in our little town brought in a few R-Pods.. they looked interesting. We decided on the 171 as a minimalist move. A queen size bed on wheels with a potty, cook top, fridge, and microwave. Good enough. Ours came with a dome, but we have not put it up yet. Not long enough in one place.

Ask your self hard questions. How much is want, vs how much is absolute necessity. We love our choice, but I am sure if you choose another model, you will be equally happy. Just look at several and think it through.

Our TV has a 5000# rating. I would NOT tow with anything else. Remember the CGVW is what really counts. Any cargo put in the TV needs to be subtracted from the available tow rating.

Also remember that the listed weights on mfg websites are dry empty units. No propane, battery, microwave, blue jeans or beanie weenie cans.

NO matter what get the brake controller. I like Prodigy and have had several.

Enjoy

Thinker]]> Tue, 16 Jul 2013 17:18:31 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3713&PID=35722#35722 Suggestions on R-Pod Models : Originally posted by wooddlI'm... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3713&PID=35489#35489 Author: kymooses
Subject: 3713
Posted: 10 Jul 2013 at 9:53am

Originally posted by wooddl

I'm a new owner of a 2014 182-G.. After a couple camping trips we're loving the outdoor kitchen. Haven't even used the indoor sink or stove.  The slide out gives us enough room to move around and my kids are in love with their bunks..  Before you buy, give one of the garage units a look.. 

Also a huge fan of my "g" model!
]]> Wed, 10 Jul 2013 09:53:14 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3713&PID=35489#35489 Suggestions on R-Pod Models : I'm a new owner of a 2014... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3713&PID=35487#35487 Author: wooddl
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Posted: 10 Jul 2013 at 1:08am

I'm a new owner of a 2014 182-G.. After a couple camping trips we're loving the outdoor kitchen. Haven't even used the indoor sink or stove.  The slide out gives us enough room to move around and my kids are in love with their bunks..  Before you buy, give one of the garage units a look.. ]]> Wed, 10 Jul 2013 01:08:41 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3713&PID=35487#35487 Suggestions on R-Pod Models : Originally posted by skooterbeejWe... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3713&PID=35471#35471 Author: kymooses
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Posted: 09 Jul 2013 at 10:44am

Originally posted by skooterbeej

We have been looking into R-Pods for a few years now. What are model recommendations and how much work does it take to get ready for one.


Picking a model really has a lot to do with how you camp.  How many people, how do you prepare your meals when you camp, would you spend a lot of time in your Pod or are you the type who would use an RV just for sleeping at nights mostly.

That's one reason why there are so many floorplans, they really do accommodate a lot of different types of camping.
]]> Tue, 09 Jul 2013 10:44:52 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3713&PID=35471#35471 Suggestions on R-Pod Models : + 1 Charlie M would you please... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3713&PID=35454#35454 Author: marwayne
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Posted: 08 Jul 2013 at 11:33pm

+ 1
Charlie M would you please enlarge your print, so old fogies like me can read your post's]]> Mon, 08 Jul 2013 23:33:07 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3713&PID=35454#35454 Suggestions on R-Pod Models : Good advice from P&M. Think... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3713&PID=35437#35437 Author: CharlieM
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Posted: 08 Jul 2013 at 8:30pm

Good advice from P&M. Think small to start with, especially if there are only two of you. The 171 or 172 are the lightest weight  models. We chose the 172 to minimize weight, avoid the slide, and not have to climb over each other at night. Not having to convert a dinette to a bed before bedtime was also a big point for us.

Make sure your tow vehicle will be adequate. You'll need at least a 3500 pound towing capacity. A Honda CR-V will not even come close.

Good luck on your search,
]]> Mon, 08 Jul 2013 20:30:20 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3713&PID=35437#35437 Suggestions on R-Pod Models : We bought our 171 last fall after... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3713&PID=35429#35429 Author: P&M
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Posted: 08 Jul 2013 at 6:15pm

We bought our 171 last fall after spending a 1.5 years researching them. By far the Pods are better built than anything else we ever found out there. We went with the 171 because since it was our first trailer we wanted to break in easy, not wanting to mess with a slide at this time (one more thing to learn and deal with). And since we have been camping for years and spend most of our time outside doing things when we are camping, and it is just the two of us and Comet, the size works great for us. Plus, since our tow vehicle is only rated at 3500# we wanted to keep our trailer as light as possible, and the 171 is the lightest one there is.

The best advice I can give is to think about what type of camping you will be wanting to do, what you like to do inside vs outside a trailer, how many people/kids/dogs/cats/birds will be coming along, and what amenities you want. Then match it up to the various Pod configurations and go from there. Take into account also what you are towing it with, the area you live and will go camping in, and whether or not you may need to get a different vehicle.

My 2 cents worth ... if you have more questions feel free to ask away, as there are a lot of experienced Podders around here on the forum!]]> Mon, 08 Jul 2013 18:15:20 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3713&PID=35429#35429 Suggestions on R-Pod Models : We have been looking into R-Pods... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3713&PID=35419#35419 Author: skooterbeej
Subject: 3713
Posted: 08 Jul 2013 at 2:49pm

We have been looking into R-Pods for a few years now. What are model recommendations and how much work does it take to get ready for one.

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