R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce yourself

R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce yourself http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : Introduce yourself Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sat, 02 May 2026 14:46:09 +0000 Mon, 07 Oct 2013 08:44:05 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=3886 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Introduce yourself : Welcome! My best advice is to... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=39202#39202 Author: GA_RPOD_178
Subject: 3886
Posted: 07 Oct 2013 at 8:44am

Welcome! My best advice is to read this forum often. Most of the posters have "been there, done that, and have the t-shirt". I have found, as a newbie myself, that using the search features on the web site will yield a lot of answers.

Happy podding!

]]> Mon, 07 Oct 2013 08:44:05 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=39202#39202 Introduce yourself : Welcome, and congrats on the Pod... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=39197#39197 Author: P&M
Subject: 3886
Posted: 07 Oct 2013 at 8:23am

Welcome, and congrats on the Pod purchase! Best advice I can give upfront ... make sure you know where the wife and kids are before you start backing up into a campsite. View behind you is limited to the sides, and really only one side when you are turning and backing at the same time.]]> Mon, 07 Oct 2013 08:23:55 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=39197#39197 Introduce yourself : Don't fret. While selling... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=39130#39130 Author: Camper Bob
Subject: 3886
Posted: 05 Oct 2013 at 5:35pm

Don't fret. While selling Class A diesel pushers I managed to back one into a tree, while viewing the rear camera display. When they indicate that the object is closer than it looks in the view, believe them. Had to replace the entire rear cap of an RV. Fun times. Safe Travels.]]> Sat, 05 Oct 2013 17:35:15 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=39130#39130 Introduce yourself : Welcome. Look out for the curb.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=39122#39122 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3886
Posted: 05 Oct 2013 at 4:37pm

Welcome. Look out for the curb. Seriously. I'm an experienced trailer-puller and yet I managed to clip a curb with our pod on the first or second trip out. Pinch

]]> Sat, 05 Oct 2013 16:37:07 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=39122#39122 Introduce yourself : Good day, First post to the forum...ordered... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=39112#39112 Author: POD-eh!
Subject: 3886
Posted: 05 Oct 2013 at 1:09pm

Good day,

First post to the forum...ordered a new 172 on Oct. 1st. from a dealer in Ohio. We are from Windsor Ont Canada. Looking forward to picking it up in the next 4-6 weeks. I have been reading posts, are trying to figure everything out. This is our first trailer...we were tent campers...without my wife and kids (3yr old & 6month old), I prefer backcounty kayak camping.
I think we got a great deal on the Pod...fully loaded with risers, rdome and bike rack. Got them to toss in the E2 as well. For now we are towing with our 2008 Jeep Liberty, with a brake controller installed. Hopefully we can get a big vehicle next year.

Any newbie advice? Things to look out for?]]> Sat, 05 Oct 2013 13:09:53 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=39112#39112 Introduce yourself : That's cool, my brother lives... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38699#38699 Author: Markie
Subject: 3886
Posted: 25 Sep 2013 at 5:29pm

That's cool, my brother lives in York PA. and does alot of traveling and camping. I'm meeting both he and my other brother this weekend down in W.V. to look around.

Do you have any favorite camp grounds for taking the pod locally?
]]> Wed, 25 Sep 2013 17:29:58 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38699#38699 Introduce yourself : Nothing to say Markie?Terry ... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38695#38695 Author: TerryM
Subject: 3886
Posted: 25 Sep 2013 at 4:59pm

Nothing to say Markie? LOL

Terry
]]> Wed, 25 Sep 2013 16:59:05 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38695#38695 Introduce yourself : http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38693#38693 Author: Markie
Subject: 3886
Posted: 25 Sep 2013 at 4:56pm

]]> Wed, 25 Sep 2013 16:56:13 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38693#38693 Introduce yourself : Welcome. I'm directly south... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38677#38677 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3886
Posted: 25 Sep 2013 at 11:55am

Welcome. I'm directly south of York just south of the PA border.]]> Wed, 25 Sep 2013 11:55:08 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38677#38677 Introduce yourself : Hello everyone, Mark & Vicki... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38646#38646 Author: Markie
Subject: 3886
Posted: 24 Sep 2013 at 10:36pm

Hello everyone, Mark & Vicki here from south central PA. We just purchased our 2013 R-178 and love it. We're still getting it ready to take out. It seems with family obligations, and other commitments we're a little slow getting out in the woods. I've been reading all the forum topics to get the best ideas for storage, ground clearance, mattress, r-dome erection directions etc. and have found a wealth of information. This forum is great! I'm sure I will be spending alot of time reading everything I can. Are there any Podders here in the south central PA area? Smile

]]> Tue, 24 Sep 2013 22:36:44 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38646#38646 Introduce yourself : Thanks for the suggestions. Time... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38634#38634 Author: Luvlabs
Subject: 3886
Posted: 24 Sep 2013 at 9:10pm

Thanks for the suggestions. Time to do some bargaining. Looks like we will zero in on the 176T. We have two Labs and feel the lower bunk would be a great spot for them.

]]> Tue, 24 Sep 2013 21:10:00 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38634#38634 Introduce yourself : That's what I did with my... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38610#38610 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3886
Posted: 24 Sep 2013 at 2:30pm

That's what I did with my local dealer. After negotiations they wouldn't go below $14,000 (down from $18k). Pulled out the printout and immediately they dropped within a few hundred dollars. I paid around $12,500 with all options.]]> Tue, 24 Sep 2013 14:30:08 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38610#38610 Introduce yourself : Welcome. After you print out a... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38606#38606 Author: Camper Bob
Subject: 3886
Posted: 24 Sep 2013 at 1:39pm

Welcome. After you print out a copy of Couch's offer, take it to your local dealer and tell them Couch's is their competition. Work 'em. Also replace that mattress based on others suggestions. Safe Travels.]]> Tue, 24 Sep 2013 13:39:08 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38606#38606 Introduce yourself : Welcome. http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38604#38604 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3886
Posted: 24 Sep 2013 at 1:32pm

Welcome. ]]> Tue, 24 Sep 2013 13:32:32 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38604#38604 Introduce yourself : Originally posted by LuvlabsHiWe... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38598#38598 Author: kymooses
Subject: 3886
Posted: 24 Sep 2013 at 1:18pm

Originally posted by Luvlabs

Hi

We have not yet purchased an R Pod but have narrowed it down to our TT of choice! We are very uncertain as the best way to buy. First thought RV Show but have been doing a lot of online research and finding dealers within a weekend driving distance. Even a so called Wholesale Dealer? I reach out to the group for any suggestions Smile

Thanks

Decide the model you want and get quotes from Couch's. If you're willing to do a weekend drive that'd be a perfect place to start your search.

]]> Tue, 24 Sep 2013 13:18:02 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38598#38598 Introduce yourself : HiWe have not yet purchased an... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38596#38596 Author: Luvlabs
Subject: 3886
Posted: 24 Sep 2013 at 12:21pm

Hi

Thanks

]]> Tue, 24 Sep 2013 12:21:43 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38596#38596 Introduce yourself : Originally posted by 2PeasNRPodHelloooooo... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38467#38467 Author: GA_RPOD_178
Subject: 3886
Posted: 22 Sep 2013 at 9:11am

Originally posted by 2PeasNRPod

Helloooooo Rpod owners. My other pea and I just bought our very first camper ever and on top of that IT'S AN R-POD. WooHoo Star

Welcome!!

]]> Sun, 22 Sep 2013 09:11:25 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38467#38467 Introduce yourself : Originally posted by Race CamperHi... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38234#38234 Author: Thinker
Subject: 3886
Posted: 16 Sep 2013 at 5:02pm

Originally posted by Race Camper

Hi new here we have down sized to a RP 171. not really sure how this forum works. We would like to meet other pod owners.

Hey we have a 171, love it. Downsized from a 36' Diesel Pusher... ! Welcome]]> Mon, 16 Sep 2013 17:02:57 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38234#38234 Introduce yourself : Welcome. http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38058#38058 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3886
Posted: 12 Sep 2013 at 2:31pm

Welcome.]]> Thu, 12 Sep 2013 14:31:18 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38058#38058 Introduce yourself : Originally posted by Dawg PodHi.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38053#38053 Author: pmpski_1
Subject: 3886
Posted: 12 Sep 2013 at 12:01pm

Originally posted by Dawg Pod

Hi. We are from Kirkland WA and are on our Maiden voyage with our 2014, rPod 177. Not sure I'm posting properly but didn't see any other way to post under an existing topic. My apologies in advance if I'm doing it wrong. So far we are loving our pod. We are at the John Wayne RV park outside of Sequim, WA. We are towing with a Toyota Sienna van. We are grateful for this forum and have already learned much from all of you. I will try to post some pictures. Looking forward to participating in the forum! Erin and Dan

Hi Erin and Dan (and any others in WA),

We're in Kenmore and are shopping for an R-Pod. Would you mind telling us where you bought yours from and how the experience was? Also, if you don't mind, how much under MSRP you paid?

Thanks!]]> Thu, 12 Sep 2013 12:01:30 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=38053#38053 Introduce yourself : Welcome, that's how we felt... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=37974#37974 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3886
Posted: 10 Sep 2013 at 9:17pm

Welcome, that's how we felt for the few weeks we waited until we could pick ours up! ]]> Tue, 10 Sep 2013 21:17:31 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=37974#37974 Introduce yourself : Helloooooo Rpod owners. My other... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=37967#37967 Author: 2PeasNRPod
Subject: 3886
Posted: 10 Sep 2013 at 7:45pm

Helloooooo Rpod owners. My other pea and I just bought our very first camper ever and on top of that IT'S AN R-POD. WooHoo Star

the only bummer is we can't get it until next week. I feel like a 6 year old on Christmas Eve. We both grew up camping with tent/pop up campers and can't wait for our first weekend away. I'd love to hear more from campers in Arkansas or Oklahoma and let us know your favorites camping spots. Great forum, we've learned so much]]> Tue, 10 Sep 2013 19:45:31 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=37967#37967 Introduce yourself : Welcome Dottie. http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=37927#37927 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3886
Posted: 10 Sep 2013 at 8:33am

Welcome Dottie.]]> Tue, 10 Sep 2013 08:33:51 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=37927#37927 Introduce yourself : Originally posted by DottieI... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=37920#37920 Author: kymooses
Subject: 3886
Posted: 10 Sep 2013 at 6:38am

Originally posted by Dottie

I am gathering info preparing to purchase my first R Pod for myself, my Boykin Spaniel and terrier mix. My dogs love camping, love hiking, love the outdoors. I liked the post where someone called it a large doghouse. I am thrilled to have found this forum and I look forward to meeting other Pod owners and adventurers!

We're glad to have you here looking around, always feel free to ask any and all questions you might have.

]]> Tue, 10 Sep 2013 06:38:37 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=37920#37920 Introduce yourself : I am gathering info preparing... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=37912#37912 Author: Dottie
Subject: 3886
Posted: 09 Sep 2013 at 8:17pm

I am gathering info preparing to purchase my first R Pod for myself, my Boykin Spaniel and terrier mix. My dogs love camping, love hiking, love the outdoors. I liked the post where someone called it a large doghouse. I am thrilled to have found this forum and I look forward to meeting other Pod owners and adventurers!]]> Mon, 09 Sep 2013 20:17:08 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=37912#37912 Introduce yourself : Hi welcome We also tow our 2014... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=37801#37801 Author: RickandDenise
Subject: 3886
Posted: 06 Sep 2013 at 7:58pm

Hi welcome We also tow our 2014 178 with a sienna with a tow package
]]> Fri, 06 Sep 2013 19:58:13 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=37801#37801 Introduce yourself : Welcome. http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=37775#37775 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3886
Posted: 06 Sep 2013 at 12:33pm

Welcome.]]> Fri, 06 Sep 2013 12:33:08 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=37775#37775 Introduce yourself : Originally posted by Race... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=37755#37755 Author: kymooses
Subject: 3886
Posted: 06 Sep 2013 at 8:41am

Originally posted by Race Camper

Hi new here we have down sized to a RP 171. not really sure how this forum works. We would like to meet other pod owners.

Welcome aboard!

]]> Fri, 06 Sep 2013 08:41:07 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=37755#37755 Introduce yourself : Welcome! Where are you located... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=37754#37754 Author: Sleepless
Subject: 3886
Posted: 05 Sep 2013 at 10:40pm

Welcome! Where are you located in Illinois? I worked in the Chicago Loop for 35 years, living in Lansing, IL and across the state line in Schererville, IN. Our daughter and one son live in New Lenox and Orland Hills, respectively.

Bpb
]]> Thu, 05 Sep 2013 22:40:36 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=37754#37754 Introduce yourself : Hi new here we have down sized... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=37751#37751 Author: Race Camper
Subject: 3886
Posted: 05 Sep 2013 at 10:18pm

Hi new here we have down sized to a RP 171. not really sure how this forum works. We would like to meet other pod owners.]]> Thu, 05 Sep 2013 22:18:09 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3886&PID=37751#37751