http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Warranty, Service and Recall Bulletins : Extended Warranty? Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 01 May 2026 13:42:21 +0000 Tue, 27 May 2014 15:46:10 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=4416 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4416&PID=46443#46443 Author: Camper Bob
Subject: 4416
Posted: 27 May 2014 at 3:46pm

Welcome. I believe what all the others have mentioned about the extended warranty. However, you might check on having an undercoating put on for use during the winter months, when Calif. salts the roads. Enjoy and Safe Travels.]]> Tue, 27 May 2014 15:46:10 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4416&PID=46443#46443 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4416&PID=46442#46442 Author: wingnut2312
Subject: 4416
Posted: 27 May 2014 at 2:46pm

Wife had us buy it. We use ours often, so it wasn't that hard to believe something may break. Had the Jenson replaced already. That's around $300 before labor. One more thing goes and it'll have paid for itself. I guess it's just a matter of are you technically sound enough to repair/replace the stuff. I'm not.]]> Tue, 27 May 2014 14:46:34 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4416&PID=46442#46442 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4416&PID=46441#46441 Author: GlobeTrotter
Subject: 4416
Posted: 27 May 2014 at 11:56am

I wouldn't buy it either.  But, Blue Dog RV in Idaho simply gave us a FREE Forever Extended Warranty.   All you have to do is some normal annual maintenance.  ]]> Tue, 27 May 2014 11:56:21 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4416&PID=46441#46441 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4416&PID=42936#42936 Author: dsmiths
Subject: 4416
Posted: 24 Feb 2014 at 8:57pm

The pods are pretty simple and easy to fix small problems. I did however purchase an extended 3 year warranty on the 3 way fridge. I figure it is one of the most expensive items in the pod that I probably could not service myself. After looking at replacement costs I felt the extra warranty cost was reasonable.]]> Mon, 24 Feb 2014 20:57:31 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4416&PID=42936#42936 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4416&PID=42865#42865 Author: techntrek
Subject: 4416
Posted: 22 Feb 2014 at 12:42pm

I replied to your other post.  Similar answer again - I never buy extended warranties, I'm willing to take the same bet as the manufacturer that I'll spend less making repairs than the warranty cost.  However, for the $150 that Forest River's extended warranty cost I did buy that.  I wouldn't spend $1000 for a 7 year warranty.  Take some of that money and just get a good over-the-road plan that covers towing the pod. ]]> Sat, 22 Feb 2014 12:42:48 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4416&PID=42865#42865 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4416&PID=42860#42860 Author: Sleepless
Subject: 4416
Posted: 22 Feb 2014 at 10:51am

I agree with Mark.  Most failures of major appliances will occur either immediately or shortly after the appliance is put into operation, or almost definitely within the one year warranty period.  In all my years of RVing, I have never purchased an extended warranty nor have I ever found the need for one.  My last new Class A motor home had all the options, including 2 slides, 2 roof A/C units, etc.  Not once did we have to return to the dealer for any warranty work.  R-pods are relatively simple and fool-proof, so I would never consider purchasing an extended warranty.

Bob
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Subject: 4416
Posted: 22 Feb 2014 at 8:22am

http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3809&title=extended-warranty

Bunch of info thoughts and opinions in that thread..

But the general consensus of the most owners, and financial gurus is not to buy them.
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Subject: 4416
Posted: 22 Feb 2014 at 12:10am

I replied to a post, with a pic of my new rig, but it ended up on the last page. I thought I'd start a new post with my question. I was offered a 7 year extended warranty for $1001.00. Bumper to bumper with a package that's similar to AAA's Gold coverage. I don't normally buy these, but this does sound pretty good. Anybody else have this? If so, is it worth it? Forgot to mention that the deductible is $34.00 at Route 66 affiliated shops and still under $100.00 at all other shops.
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