R-pod Owners Forum : Big Daddy Rv http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Dealer Reviews and Comments : Big Daddy Rv Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:59:47 +0000 Fri, 28 Aug 2015 09:24:48 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=4373 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Big Daddy Rv : I realize its been over a year... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=65318#65318 Author: Meach
Subject: 4373
Posted: 28 Aug 2015 at 9:24am

I realize its been over a year since this thread was began, If you are still active on forum I was  just wondering what/where you ended up purchasing. We are somewhat looking for an rpod or similar size TT, 3 way had several models when I stopped by the other day for a quick look.
]]> Fri, 28 Aug 2015 09:24:48 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=65318#65318 Big Daddy Rv : There is something to be said... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=48383#48383 Author: 3ofUs
Subject: 4373
Posted: 15 Jul 2014 at 11:09pm

There is something to be said about purchasing close to home if the dealership has a good service reputation. We had several trips to our Aliner dealer which was over 2 hours away. The trip back and forth got old real quick. Never could wait around for service to be completed. ]]> Tue, 15 Jul 2014 23:09:04 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=48383#48383 Big Daddy Rv : Thanks again for all the advise.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42490#42490 Author: Lee Burnup
Subject: 4373
Posted: 07 Feb 2014 at 1:51pm

Thanks again for all the advise. We are anxious to take a look at a 179 when they become available close by. Thought about a trip up to Right Stop this weekend, to take a look at there 179 and a Crusier RV Viewfinder 21FB. Anybody have any comments on the Viewfinder?? Based on the weather this weekend and next week I think we will delay on any trips north. Perhaps, local Three Way dealership will be getting some 179s in the next week or so.]]> Fri, 07 Feb 2014 13:51:49 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42490#42490 Big Daddy Rv : Right Stop RV staff are very friendly... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42480#42480 Author: TanksMom
Subject: 4373
Posted: 07 Feb 2014 at 10:08am

Right Stop RV staff are very friendly and helpful. Great walk thought when I purchased my 177 last fall. Enjoy speaking to the staff. ]]> Fri, 07 Feb 2014 10:08:53 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42480#42480 Big Daddy Rv : All of this is good advice, particularly... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42446#42446 Author: headcold
Subject: 4373
Posted: 05 Feb 2014 at 7:59pm

All of this is good advice, particularly the about the mattress.  I purchased my new/used 2013 177 from Broadmoor RV in Pasco, Washington last November.  Bill at Broadmoor has a stock of new/used every Fall.  But, Pasco is a far pull from Georgia.    I bought my 172 there new for a very reasonable price.  My round trips to Pasco were at least 600 miles apiece, but worth it.  Broadmoor was at least three thousand below my local R-Pod dealer.
]]> Wed, 05 Feb 2014 19:59:28 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42446#42446 Big Daddy Rv : Originally posted by dsmithsLee,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42378#42378 Author: kymooses
Subject: 4373
Posted: 03 Feb 2014 at 11:11am

Originally posted by dsmiths

Lee, good advise from outbound and furpod. ritestop had a 179 at the Louisville boat and rv show Donna and I got to look it over. it has a great floor pan, already prewired for solar. it has external outside speakers (not that I want them, I like the quiet ) I think they had $15800 on it. I bought my 2011 RP-172 new at ritestop for $11200.00 they have a good service dept. p.s. I never had to return our pod for any warranty work.


I'm just now putting 2 and 2 together and realizing that Donna is the one we talk to on the Facebook group.  
]]> Mon, 03 Feb 2014 11:11:19 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42378#42378 Big Daddy Rv : Lee, good advise from outbound... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42358#42358 Author: dsmiths
Subject: 4373
Posted: 02 Feb 2014 at 8:27pm

Lee, good advise from outbound and furpod. ritestop had a 179 at the Louisville boat and rv show Donna and I got to look it over. it has a great floor pan, already prewired for solar. it has external outside speakers (not that I want them, I like the quiet ) I think they had $15800 on it. I bought my 2011 RP-172 new at ritestop for $11200.00 they have a good service dept. p.s. I never had to return our pod for any warranty work.]]> Sun, 02 Feb 2014 20:27:31 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42358#42358 Big Daddy Rv : If you are looking as far as Kentucky,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42308#42308 Author: furpod
Subject: 4373
Posted: 01 Feb 2014 at 9:23am

If you are looking as far as Kentucky, Right Stop Rv has a 179 on the lot. They are a great dealership.]]> Sat, 01 Feb 2014 09:23:09 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42308#42308 Big Daddy Rv : Georgia own credit union on 41... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42306#42306 Author: jj188
Subject: 4373
Posted: 01 Feb 2014 at 7:56am

Georgia own credit union on 41 south at north loop took excellent care of me threeway recommended them to me]]> Sat, 01 Feb 2014 07:56:48 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42306#42306 Big Daddy Rv : Thanks for all the good advice.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42303#42303 Author: Lee Burnup
Subject: 4373
Posted: 31 Jan 2014 at 10:03pm

Thanks for all the good advice. I would like to stay local. couch is over 400 miles away and my local dealer is about 25 miles away and are an excellent dealership with a very good repair facility. Evidently my local dealership, Three Way, had tried to respond to me.....but to a slightly wrong e-mail address. They have responded about $1500 over Couch. I think I will wait until they have some on the lot with the 5 or 6 178s, they already have on the lot, and take a look and see if they are willing to negotiate to earn my business. I don't believe anybody has any 179s on the lot just yet. Any suggestions on RV financing?]]> Fri, 31 Jan 2014 22:03:59 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42303#42303 Big Daddy Rv : Bought mine from Couch. Like you... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42302#42302 Author: shroomer
Subject: 4373
Posted: 31 Jan 2014 at 9:41pm

Bought mine from Couch. Like you I found them very courteous and professional. Local dealer was a loser and neither my wife nor I wanted to deal with him. When I had a early warranty issue with the brakes, another  FR dealer took the Rpod in no questions asked, did the work, and handled all the paperwork. They're the ones who are going to get all my service work in the future. My advice: local is nice; but don't be afraid to buy online. Most questions about the Rpod can be found in this forum or other online sources.
]]> Fri, 31 Jan 2014 21:41:25 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42302#42302 Big Daddy Rv : Welcome from fellow Cartersville... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42295#42295 Author: jj188
Subject: 4373
Posted: 31 Jan 2014 at 7:32pm

Welcome from fellow Cartersville ga r pod owner I bought my 178 from threeway campers didn't want the Hassle or havering to tow it a long way to get any work done on it that gets old real quick been there done that that's why I stayed close to home 

]]> Fri, 31 Jan 2014 19:32:29 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42295#42295 Big Daddy Rv : I agree about using their price... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42294#42294 Author: techntrek
Subject: 4373
Posted: 31 Jan 2014 at 6:40pm

I agree about using their price as a bargaining chip.  When I bought mine from my "local" dealer it was priced well into the teens, I believe around $18k.  After negotiating their best price was $14k.  Then I pulled out a printout with my quote of just under $12k and suddenly their price fell within a few hundred dollars. ]]> Fri, 31 Jan 2014 18:40:30 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42294#42294 Big Daddy Rv : Welcome. I think Outbound's... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42288#42288 Author: Camper Bob
Subject: 4373
Posted: 31 Jan 2014 at 12:16pm

Welcome. I think Outbound's advice is as good as you can get. He covered all the bases. However, use Couch's pricing to your advantage. No dealer wants to lose a sale, but they have to be competitive in price. Don't forget to replace that mattress before using. Check out all of the posts here on mattresses. Safe Travels. ]]> Fri, 31 Jan 2014 12:16:06 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42288#42288 Big Daddy Rv : My best advice is this: don't... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42287#42287 Author: Outbound
Subject: 4373
Posted: 31 Jan 2014 at 11:44am

My best advice is this: don't let price be your sole consideration.  A relationship with a local dealer is also very important.

Buying a new travel trailer (from any manufacturer) is not like buying a new car.  Its more like buying a new house.  Issues will crop up.  Expect to return to your dealer for warranty work after 30 days, 6 months and 1 year.  Forest River and the R-Pod are very good, quality products; in fact, they're far better built than many competitors.  But, your new one won't be perfect and you will need a reputable dealer to fix these problems; you may also need add-ons like weight distribution and sway control which may require 2 or 3 visits back for adjustments.  Its best if you go into your new purchase with these things in mind.
]]> Fri, 31 Jan 2014 11:44:37 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42287#42287 Big Daddy Rv : Looking to purchase a 179. We... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42284#42284 Author: Lee Burnup
Subject: 4373
Posted: 31 Jan 2014 at 9:12am

Ouch  Looking to purchase a 179. We live in Cartersville Ga., and are not opposed to making a drive to get a good price. Couch has given me a very competitive price and have been very straight forward and courteous to work with via phone and e-mail. However, Big Daddy RV in Kentucky about half the drive has repeatedly called...e-mailed trying to get my business. Anybody out there have any experience with this dealership? Furthermore, I am still trying to get a price out of my local dealership, Three Way Camper. They just shut down when I presented Couch's price and asked for there best price.]]> Fri, 31 Jan 2014 09:12:08 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4373&PID=42284#42284