R-pod Owners Forum : SOLD: 2013 RPOD 172 in Northwest Florida http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Campers Flea Market : SOLD: 2013 RPOD 172 in Northwest Florida Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Mon, 04 May 2026 19:34:39 +0000 Sun, 27 Oct 2013 21:21:31 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=4152 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ SOLD: 2013 RPOD 172 in Northwest Florida : Looks like a nice layout on the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4152&PID=40180#40180 Author: techntrek
Subject: 4152
Posted: 27 Oct 2013 at 9:21pm

Looks like a nice layout on the Camplite.  You are welcome to stay!]]> Sun, 27 Oct 2013 21:21:31 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4152&PID=40180#40180 SOLD: 2013 RPOD 172 in Northwest Florida : Sounds great. I firmly believe... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4152&PID=40159#40159 Author: Camper Bob
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Posted: 27 Oct 2013 at 8:45am

Sounds great.  I firmly believe that an informed buyer is a smart buyer.  Looks like you have done your homework.  Hope your new trailer is all you want it to be, to paraphrase the military.  We are also looking to replace our TV but haven't had any calls on it yet.  Looking at the Nissan Pathfinder with a 6,000 lb. tow capacity.  Best of luck and enjoy.  Safe Travels.]]> Sun, 27 Oct 2013 08:45:45 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4152&PID=40159#40159 SOLD: 2013 RPOD 172 in Northwest Florida : Bob,I understand completely. That's... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4152&PID=40157#40157 Author: CharlieM
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Posted: 27 Oct 2013 at 8:26am

Bob,

I understand completely. That's what I meant by "for better or worse". On the up side there is the potential for increased capital, lower cost suppliers, and more dealerships. There's even hope that aluminum may creep into the Airstream. On the downside there is the scenario you describe. There are loads of cases where an acquiring conglomerate milks the profit from their acquisitions by sacrificing quality and innovation.

One good sign: The factory was very receptive to my customization requests, including a black tank flusher, a beefed up bumper, and an added skylight above the shower. I was worried that Thor would nix such requests, but it didn't happen. Of course I was charged for the changes, but I expected that. So far so good. Delivery will be in the new year.

In the meantime we are in camping lockdown. The Pod is empty and clean in preparation for a sale. And I just bought a new supercharged Toyota Tacoma 4.0L V6 for a TV. So we are ready to hit the roads again, but my heart, and my  wife's, will always be with the Pod and this forum.

Charlie
]]> Sun, 27 Oct 2013 08:26:20 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4152&PID=40157#40157 SOLD: 2013 RPOD 172 in Northwest Florida : Just a personal comment. Thor... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4152&PID=40156#40156 Author: Camper Bob
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Posted: 27 Oct 2013 at 7:42am

Just a personal comment.  Thor Industries is a major powerhouse in the RV industry.  However, they seem to have a way of making whatever products they buy, much cheaper in quality and construction.  The bought an almost bankrupt Airstream which used to be the gold standard in RV's, years ago.  According to many who used to own one before Thor saved them from bankruptcy, or new owners, they seem to have the opinion that they aren't built to the same quality and standards of years ago.  I certainly understand the need for more room.  I hope you get one that hasn't been Thorized.  Good luck and safe travels.]]> Sun, 27 Oct 2013 07:42:44 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4152&PID=40156#40156 SOLD: 2013 RPOD 172 in Northwest Florida : Yes, but you get what you pay... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4152&PID=40133#40133 Author: CharlieM
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Posted: 26 Oct 2013 at 9:52am

Yes, but you get what you pay for. It's well built, lighter than equivalents, and it'll be here for my grandkids. And the factory was very accomodating to my custom requests. BTW, Livinlite was just bought up by Thor Industries, for better or worse. Time will tell.]]> Sat, 26 Oct 2013 09:52:17 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4152&PID=40133#40133 SOLD: 2013 RPOD 172 in Northwest Florida : good luck selling the pod, 21rbs... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4152&PID=40132#40132 Author: hogone
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Posted: 26 Oct 2013 at 9:12am

good luck selling the pod, 21rbs looks very nice; are they pricey?
]]> Sat, 26 Oct 2013 09:12:59 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4152&PID=40132#40132 SOLD: 2013 RPOD 172 in Northwest Florida : Yes they are nice. No wood to... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4152&PID=40131#40131 Author: CharlieM
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Posted: 26 Oct 2013 at 8:54am

Yes they are nice. No wood to rot, no steel to rust. The 21RBS is just enough bigger to make life much easier for the two of us:
 - Walk around queen bed
 - Dry bath
 - 7 cu.ft. fridge

Dinette is not as nice as the 172 Pod, but it's easier to get into.

Looking forward to the Camplite, but I'll really miss the Pod and this forum. Perhaps I can lurk and comment occasionally. As a newbie I learned so much here that I will always be grateful to all the Pod guys and gals.

Charlie
]]> Sat, 26 Oct 2013 08:54:31 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4152&PID=40131#40131 SOLD: 2013 RPOD 172 in Northwest Florida : oops screwed up again..........Charlie,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4152&PID=40128#40128 Author: hogone
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Posted: 26 Oct 2013 at 8:44am

oops screwed up again..........Charlie, i have only seen pictures of camplites; are they pretty nice?
]]> Sat, 26 Oct 2013 08:44:28 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4152&PID=40128#40128 SOLD: 2013 RPOD 172 in Northwest Florida : http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4152&PID=40127#40127 Author: hogone
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Posted: 26 Oct 2013 at 8:43am

]]> Sat, 26 Oct 2013 08:43:10 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4152&PID=40127#40127 SOLD: 2013 RPOD 172 in Northwest Florida : Thanks for... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4152&PID=40122#40122 Author: CharlieM
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Posted: 26 Oct 2013 at 7:53am

Thanks for the memories. I'll still be around.

Camp on, Podders! 


For Sale: 2013 RPOD 172 in Northwest Florida. Phone 850-543-9796

All standard factory options including A/C, ConvectionMicrowave, Axel Risers, TV/CD/AM/FM plus:

R-DOME and Bike Rack

Dual propane tanks and dual batteries

Four internal 12 Volt sockets, risers under bed and dinetteseat, curtain across bunk, shelf above dinette (see photos)

Reason for sale: upgrading to Camplite 21

 



Located in Northwest Florida Panhandle.

Asking $11,900

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