R-pod Owners Forum : Kitchen storage in 178 http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : Kitchen storage in 178 Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sat, 02 May 2026 14:46:51 +0000 Wed, 18 Sep 2013 21:18:46 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=3872 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Kitchen storage in 178 : Welcome. Yes, they do. The newer... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=38375#38375 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3872
Posted: 18 Sep 2013 at 9:18pm

Welcome.  Yes, they do.  The newer model years block off the entire bench where the converter is but it doesn't take much work to open half of it up for storage.  The older model years came that way from the factory.]]> Wed, 18 Sep 2013 21:18:46 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=38375#38375 Kitchen storage in 178 : We are in the market for a... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=38361#38361 Author: BigEyeDuck
Subject: 3872
Posted: 18 Sep 2013 at 6:48pm

We are in the market for a new 178 replacing the pop up camper.
 
Do dinnette benches provide any storage???
]]> Wed, 18 Sep 2013 18:48:12 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=38361#38361 Kitchen storage in 178 : Rack is from Lowes...but Home... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37174#37174 Author: alan7170
Subject: 3872
Posted: 24 Aug 2013 at 6:34pm

Rack is from Lowes...but Home Depot sells similar products as do many other kitchen supplies.  they are standard sizes.  Even bed, bath and beyond (pricey, though)...

FYI, once you pull the microwave, the inside of the cabinet is already finished.  So all you have to do is touch up in a couple places with stain, fill the 6 holes that secured the micro and the space looks nice.  You will need to reinforce the underside of the cabinet bottom where you screw it down, but that is very simple.  Mine was done from start to finish in an hour.
]]> Sat, 24 Aug 2013 18:34:24 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37174#37174 Kitchen storage in 178 : Allan7170: love the rack! I too... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37168#37168 Author: RPodWeGo
Subject: 3872
Posted: 24 Aug 2013 at 12:54pm

Allan7170: love the rack! I too never plug in so micro is storage.  In as much as I have not taken the leap of faith and done same, where did you get the rack?]]> Sat, 24 Aug 2013 12:54:04 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37168#37168 Kitchen storage in 178 : Originally posted by GA_RPOD_178 Originally... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37166#37166 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3872
Posted: 24 Aug 2013 at 12:01pm

Originally posted by GA_RPOD_178

Originally posted by techntrek

 
Originally posted by CaperPoder

P.S. techntrek, could you add a second "d" to my name. It should be CaperPodder.
 

Done 

While you are fixing things, would you please remove the 20 extra pounds from my waistline?
 

Done


]]> Sat, 24 Aug 2013 12:01:25 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37166#37166 Kitchen storage in 178 : Originally posted by techntrek Originally... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37161#37161 Author: GA_RPOD_178
Subject: 3872
Posted: 24 Aug 2013 at 7:19am

Originally posted by techntrek

 
Originally posted by CaperPoder

P.S. techntrek, could you add a second "d" to my name. It should be CaperPodder.

Done 


While you are fixing things, would you please remove the 20 extra pounds from my waistline?
]]> Sat, 24 Aug 2013 07:19:42 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37161#37161 Kitchen storage in 178 : Wow! I am impressed. Sounds like... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37155#37155 Author: Lena
Subject: 3872
Posted: 23 Aug 2013 at 7:01pm

Wow! I am impressed. Sounds like very clever, well thought out use of storage without changing the features of the R- Pod. Great ideas. Thanks for sharing and I appreciate the detail and length of the post. Happy traveling.
Lynn]]> Fri, 23 Aug 2013 19:01:58 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37155#37155 Kitchen storage in 178 : We use the cabinet above the sink... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37152#37152 Author: Kokopod
Subject: 3872
Posted: 23 Aug 2013 at 6:08pm

We use the cabinet above the sink for our plates (oval), cups, bowls, paper plates, etc. We feel it's amazing how much fits up there in a pretty orderly fashion. We use the two drawers for cutlery, cooking utensils, scissors, etc. We also put up a narrow wire basket (amazing what you can find at Bed, Bath and Beyond) on the right slide wall above the stove for spices and an under-cabinet paper towel holder. We put our coffee mugs and coffee/hot chocolate above the frig. We have a baby Kuerig Coffee Maker, so we put up Command Hooks so that we could bungee cord it in place on the counter when we're traveling. Under the fridge we put a canvas container where we put all of our extra T-paper, paper towels, canned goods, etc. We also have a larger canvas container where we put chips, granola bars, cereal/cracker boxes, etc. that we store under the kitchen table.

Our children purchased for us at REI the most wonderful set of pans (like a mess kit). The pans do not have handles, and they come in a nest. There is a large skillet, a large pan, a small pan, a set of 4 durable plastic plates, a set of 4 durable plastic mugs/cups. In one of the mugs is stored the removable handle for all of the pots and pans. It takes up so little space. We also moved the plumbing under the sink to make more room for an open area. Besides the mess kit, we keep two cutting boards, dish soap, a measuring cup, a square Pyrex pan with lid, an over-the-fire grilling pan (that has a rotating handle). Under the driver side bench, we moved all the electrical wires to one side so that half could be additional storage space there. We have a crock pot, a toaster, a small three-drawer container for fuses, batteries, junk. On the wall by the front door (where the wall to the bath is located), we have hung with 4 of the strongest Command Strip Hooks a hanging linen-colored shoe pouch that hangs almost from floor to ceiling (25 pouches). We put all kinds of things in those pouches like combs/brushes, sun screen, tape, note paper, flashlights, gloves (you could put kitchen stuff in there). We do have to take that off of the wall when we're traveling and lay it across the bed. We also put up a tension rod in the bedroom area across the width of the pod and hung a set of linen shelves that match the color and style of the shoe pouch (may seem silly, but aesthetics are important to us)where we put our dish drain mat (a real space-saver), our Kuerig cups (stored in Glad containers), lots of stuff. This we can leave up as long as we only put light-weight things in it.

Under the queen bed we have two canvas containers that we have tied together at the grommets like a train. We pull it out from under the bed;and one of us uses the front one, and one of us uses the back one for clothes. Under the passenger side front bench storage we have two more canvas bags where we store clothes that we don't need all of the time and our extra shoes, manuals for the pod/appliances/etc.

Our goal was to have a few mods but not to ruin the integrity of the original product. I think we've achieved that pretty well using what is already available to us in this wonderful little camper. P.S. Command Strips and Hooks are a MUST! Sorry this was so long. ]]> Fri, 23 Aug 2013 18:08:42 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37152#37152 Kitchen storage in 178 : The cup holder also has a shelf... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37147#37147 Author: Paige
Subject: 3872
Posted: 23 Aug 2013 at 2:47pm

The cup holder also has a shelf above where I put the spices...when we are not moving.]]> Fri, 23 Aug 2013 14:47:40 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37147#37147 Kitchen storage in 178 : Oops on above post...hit the wrong... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37143#37143 Author: Lena
Subject: 3872
Posted: 23 Aug 2013 at 2:16pm

Oops on above post...hit the wrong key. Meant to say very clever on mods. Thanks for sharing.]]> Fri, 23 Aug 2013 14:16:19 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37143#37143 Kitchen storage in 178 : Originally posted by Paige We... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37142#37142 Author: Lena
Subject: 3872
Posted: 23 Aug 2013 at 2:13pm

Originally posted by Paige


We put up a wine glass rack and also hooks for our cups.
]]> Fri, 23 Aug 2013 14:13:40 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37142#37142 Kitchen storage in 178 : Then we put up a set of shelves... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37129#37129 Author: Paige
Subject: 3872
Posted: 23 Aug 2013 at 10:11am

Then we put up a set of shelves near the sink to hold toothbrushes, soaps, etc.

]]> Fri, 23 Aug 2013 10:11:40 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37129#37129 Kitchen storage in 178 : We put up a wine glass rack... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37128#37128 Author: Paige
Subject: 3872
Posted: 23 Aug 2013 at 10:10am

We put up a wine glass rack and also hooks for our cups.


]]> Fri, 23 Aug 2013 10:10:46 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37128#37128 Kitchen storage in 178 : We use the cabinet below the sink... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37127#37127 Author: Paige
Subject: 3872
Posted: 23 Aug 2013 at 10:06am

We use the cabinet below the sink to store our dishes, glasses, drainer and cutting boards. ]]> Fri, 23 Aug 2013 10:06:55 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37127#37127 Kitchen storage in 178 : Nice job on the mod. I'd... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37120#37120 Author: Lena
Subject: 3872
Posted: 22 Aug 2013 at 10:38pm

Nice job on the mod. I'd love to see the under dinette seat mod.]]> Thu, 22 Aug 2013 22:38:18 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37120#37120 Kitchen storage in 178 : Two pictures of the rack. In the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37119#37119 Author: alan7170
Subject: 3872
Posted: 22 Aug 2013 at 10:23pm

Two pictures of the rack.  In the retracted position you can see I installed a velcro strap for retention of the rack when traveling.

]]> Thu, 22 Aug 2013 22:23:48 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37119#37119 Kitchen storage in 178 : Lena,We have a 177, and I agree... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37117#37117 Author: alan7170
Subject: 3872
Posted: 22 Aug 2013 at 10:07pm

Lena,

We have a 177, and I agree with you about the kitchen storage...not well thought out and minimizing what you carry only gets one so far.  We camp almost exclusively off the grid, so I removed the microwave/convection oven and installed a pull out wire rack in that large cabinet space...made life much nicer for us.  Now the pots and pans are off ground.  I can store some dry goods on the same shelf, and keep the back up foods under the dinette.  Of note, I also created additional storage in the drivers side of the dinette which is not there when delivered from the factory.  

Pics soon, if I can find them.

Alan
]]> Thu, 22 Aug 2013 22:07:31 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37117#37117 Kitchen storage in 178 : Originally posted by CaperPoder P.S.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37113#37113 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3872
Posted: 22 Aug 2013 at 8:52pm

 
Originally posted by CaperPoder

P.S. techntrek, could you add a second "d" to my name. It should be CaperPodder.

Done 

]]> Thu, 22 Aug 2013 20:52:26 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37113#37113 Kitchen storage in 178 : Originally posted by LrnaLena.I... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37111#37111 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3872
Posted: 22 Aug 2013 at 8:51pm

Originally posted by Lrna

Lena.      I didn't realize I hit the r until too late. Thanks

Done.

]]> Thu, 22 Aug 2013 20:51:27 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37111#37111 Kitchen storage in 178 : I thought I had done so. My plates,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37087#37087 Author: Lena
Subject: 3872
Posted: 22 Aug 2013 at 9:59am

I thought I had done so. My plates, glasses, collapsible wine glasses, kitchen utensils and all silverware fit in the 2 little drawers under the sink. That would work in the 178. My concern is that the only cabinet appeared to have about 12 inches of useable space d/t the bumpout and there are 2 false cab fronts below which would be nice if there was accessible space behind...but doesn't appear to be. The shelf/cab across the top of the bumpout is very narrow and is questionable as to whether anything but condiments would fit. My entire cooking and eating supplies fit in a 24inch Rubbermaid tub over winter, so I think I was pretty minimal? Yes, the space under the frig could hold pots....I didn't like the idea of putting them directly on the floor and having only mesh to cover. Maybe this is because we traveled lots of miles on dusty roads on the kast trip? Would love to hear from a few more folks. Thanks for your replies.
I would love to hear from other ]]> Thu, 22 Aug 2013 09:59:37 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37087#37087 Kitchen storage in 178 : I agree with TopJimmy. My wife... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37082#37082 Author: CaperPodder
Subject: 3872
Posted: 22 Aug 2013 at 8:54am

I agree with TopJimmy. My wife eliminated anything we didn't need and all our pots and pans fit in the storage under the refridgerator in our 177. We use the cupboard above the sink and stove for our plates and glasses.
 
P.S. techntrek, could you add a second "d" to my name. It should be CaperPodder.
]]> Thu, 22 Aug 2013 08:54:23 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37082#37082 Kitchen storage in 178 : My wife has faced this challenge... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37081#37081 Author: TopJimmy5150
Subject: 3872
Posted: 22 Aug 2013 at 8:45am

My wife has faced this challenge by keeping pots and pans to a minimum.  Think about what you really need and eliminate anything extraneous.  ]]> Thu, 22 Aug 2013 08:45:19 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37081#37081 Kitchen storage in 178 : Lena.I didn't realize I hit... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37079#37079 Author: Lena
Subject: 3872
Posted: 22 Aug 2013 at 7:50am

Lena.      I didn't realize I hit the r until too late. Thanks]]> Thu, 22 Aug 2013 07:50:07 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37079#37079 Kitchen storage in 178 : Welcome. Tell me what you want... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37074#37074 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3872
Posted: 21 Aug 2013 at 10:08pm

Welcome.  Tell me what you want your name to be and I can change it.]]> Wed, 21 Aug 2013 22:08:43 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37074#37074 Kitchen storage in 178 : I just joined the forum, but have... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37070#37070 Author: Lena
Subject: 3872
Posted: 21 Aug 2013 at 9:29pm

I just joined the forum, but have had a 2010 152 for 2 yrs....bought it used from a neighbor and fell in love. Reminded me of the used Serro Scotty we had back in 1972, but the Pod has more amenities! We have taken 2 trips so far...last summer to the Canyons and just returned from "the Great North American Road Trip" from Wisconin to Alaska and back.
We are thinking of upsizing a bit as hubby is 6ft 2 and could use a little more room. Looked at the 178 and while we love the Queen bed and extra room with the bump out, I was really disappointed in the storage in the kitchen area. My smaller 152 has lots more storage that fits pots and pans and food supplies. Has anyone made mods to the 178 to improve kitchen storage? Seems there is ample storage under dinette, but that doesn't seem convenient for cooking utensils. Or food. Looks like the 177 has the same kitchen storage. I would love to hear from folks who have either made mods or have figured out how to make the existing cabs work.
Thanks for any insights or ideas.

PS. Made a typo on username and can't find how to change.]]> Wed, 21 Aug 2013 21:29:36 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3872&PID=37070#37070