R-pod Owners Forum : New Awning Concept https://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Podmods, Maintenance, Tips and Tricks : New Awning Concept Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:44:10 +0000 Fri, 08 May 2015 19:12:22 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 https://www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=4579 R-pod Owners Forum https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.rpod-owners.com/ New Awning Concept : I have the new Phaq Que awning... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=59836#59836 Author: chiman
Subject: 4579
Posted: 08 May 2015 at 7:12pm

I have the new Phaq Que awning for Rpods (not the visor type but the one in the link above). 

Just camped for five days and used the awning (great as it rained for one day).  The awning was simple to put up and take down but lots of luck trying to fit it back into the bag it came in.  I just folded it up nicely and stored it in the baggage compartment of the trailer (I have a new 178).

The new awning kept me really dry along with chairs, etc.  It got lots of looks from folks walking by. 

They are currently working on a piece that attaches to the front which totally encloses the awning.

All in all a nice piece of work and really easy to put up just carry a small step ladder with you.

Cheers
Chiman
]]> Fri, 08 May 2015 19:12:22 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=59836#59836 New Awning Concept : Can someone direct me to a site... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=59663#59663 Author: Plantguy
Subject: 4579
Posted: 05 May 2015 at 1:16pm

Can someone direct me to a site that shows different homemade awnings?
Thanks,
Lefty
]]> Tue, 05 May 2015 13:16:32 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=59663#59663 New Awning Concept : I'll check it out. Thanks ... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=59660#59660 Author: Plantguy
Subject: 4579
Posted: 05 May 2015 at 12:56pm

I'll check it out. Thanks ]]> Tue, 05 May 2015 12:56:18 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=59660#59660 New Awning Concept : On the Facebook forum their is... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=59614#59614 Author: RPodWeGo
Subject: 4579
Posted: 04 May 2015 at 7:25pm

On the Facebook forum their is a photo album with various awning designs the various members have posted.]]> Mon, 04 May 2015 19:25:09 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=59614#59614 New Awning Concept : I just returned the Rdome that... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=59610#59610 Author: Plantguy
Subject: 4579
Posted: 04 May 2015 at 6:51pm

I just returned the Rdome that came with the 179. Very difficult to set up. I like your idea and would really appreciate a photo of the adjustment you made to the side that slides into the Chanel .Does the awning material come stitched up on all four sides? Is there any other tips you are wiling to share? Where did you get the awning? Have you considered attaching mosquito netting ? ]]> Mon, 04 May 2015 18:51:15 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=59610#59610 New Awning Concept : OK So Im rackin my brain to remember... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55872#55872 Author: jeffreydean
Subject: 4579
Posted: 21 Jan 2015 at 7:30pm

OK  So Im rackin my brain to remember the guy who had it featured on a post.  He was tailing about the irritating screws in the channel that got in his way.  It was a 9x9 (brand? i don't remember) from Walmart.  He is a bit of a metal fabricator and had pics of his rear plug in steel carrier that he made…….Im still looking for the post…… Seemed like the best deal I have seen so far.  And simple]]> Wed, 21 Jan 2015 19:30:16 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55872#55872 New Awning Concept : Would like to see more photos... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55869#55869 Author: Tomscat
Subject: 4579
Posted: 21 Jan 2015 at 7:05pm

Would like to see more photos and instructions on the 9x9 Walmart one? Please.... ]]> Wed, 21 Jan 2015 19:05:55 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55869#55869 New Awning Concept : Copy the following link to your... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55867#55867 Author: retireclose
Subject: 4579
Posted: 21 Jan 2015 at 6:03pm

Copy the following link to your url.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Dometic-RV-Camper-Trailer-Pop-up-8ft-A-E-Trim-Line-Bamboo-Case-Bag-Awning-Canopy-/330820065564


]]> Wed, 21 Jan 2015 18:03:58 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55867#55867 New Awning Concept : Could you post a link on ebay... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55865#55865 Author: jeffreydean
Subject: 4579
Posted: 21 Jan 2015 at 2:00pm

Could you post a link on ebay so I can see what you're talking about?
So far I like the walmart 9x9 adaptation……...
]]> Wed, 21 Jan 2015 14:00:32 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55865#55865 New Awning Concept : The support poles came with the... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55862#55862 Author: Doll House Two
Subject: 4579
Posted: 21 Jan 2015 at 1:14pm

The support poles came with the visor  kit direct from manufacturer.]]> Wed, 21 Jan 2015 13:14:32 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55862#55862 New Awning Concept : It would seem that you would order... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55859#55859 Author: Nomad2010
Subject: 4579
Posted: 21 Jan 2015 at 12:08pm

It would seem that you would order a canopy that was only wide enough for the straight part of the track.  That might work and provide a quick cover.  I have the R-dome and only put it up if I am going to be there a few days.]]> Wed, 21 Jan 2015 12:08:56 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55859#55859 New Awning Concept : Well, since the R-Dome is actually... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55857#55857 Author: JStrube
Subject: 4579
Posted: 21 Jan 2015 at 10:59am

Well, since the R-Dome is actually a 13' Dometic...  I would think it would be too small.]]> Wed, 21 Jan 2015 10:59:50 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55857#55857 New Awning Concept : Has anyone looked at using a 7'... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55852#55852 Author: retireclose
Subject: 4579
Posted: 21 Jan 2015 at 8:58am

Has anyone looked at using a 7' or 8' pop up awning (Dometic RV Camper Trailer Pop up Trim Line)?  On our 179 it looks like there is 7 ' to 8' of straight track.  But will the awning flex enough to be installed on the curved part of the track is the question.  I think we are going to by one to try.  The price is right on e-bay $179.

]]> Wed, 21 Jan 2015 08:58:36 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55852#55852 New Awning Concept : Where did you get those poles... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55850#55850 Author: freezingalaskan
Subject: 4579
Posted: 20 Jan 2015 at 6:25pm

Where did you get those poles as an additional support? I have found that in windy conditions the strings alone will not support the awning and I have found the awning to sag down, or even have blown up onto the roof. Your solution looks great!

freezingalaskan]]> Tue, 20 Jan 2015 18:25:15 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55850#55850 New Awning Concept : I have a 2015 RP 179and purchased... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55847#55847 Author: Doll House Two
Subject: 4579
Posted: 20 Jan 2015 at 4:34pm

I have a 2015 RP 179and purchased an awning from Paha Que. Picture attached
uploads/2796/2014-09-16_001_2014-09-15_003.JPG
It was touch and go putting it up on my own for the first time, especially since it was windy that day, but overall, very happy with the product. The supports are a little snug to the rear entry door, but it sure beats sitting in the Florida sun.  I understand that some campground sites are too narrow for a full R Dome, and I also wanted an open feeling.
]]> Tue, 20 Jan 2015 16:34:29 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55847#55847 New Awning Concept : WQ, Thanks, keep us posted. I... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55835#55835 Author: dsmiths
Subject: 4579
Posted: 19 Jan 2015 at 9:57pm

WQ, Thanks, keep us posted. I have an R Dome but don't generally use it as we only can do one or two nighters , we are still working, but would like something a little easier to handle and put up. thanks for the post.]]> Mon, 19 Jan 2015 21:57:58 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55835#55835 New Awning Concept : http://www.pahaquecustom.com... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55820#55820 Author: furpod
Subject: 4579
Posted: 19 Jan 2015 at 8:18am

http://www.pahaquecustom.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=PQWO&Product_Code=AWPOD&Category_Code=cawn

edit, made it a link - techntrek
]]> Mon, 19 Jan 2015 08:18:02 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55820#55820 New Awning Concept : any follow ups on this thread?... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55818#55818 Author: jeffreydean
Subject: 4579
Posted: 19 Jan 2015 at 12:08am

any follow ups on this thread?  Completed product?  Pictures?]]> Mon, 19 Jan 2015 00:08:57 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55818#55818 New Awning Concept : I have also used a dremel to smooth... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55500#55500 Author: GaryF
Subject: 4579
Posted: 07 Jan 2015 at 12:51pm

I have also used a dremel to smooth the entrance channel. This improved the install tremendously. My major issue was determining which side went up till I put it up three times and figured out that the rolled up shades go on the outside. It takes two of us, me on a traveling step ladder pulling the dome along and my wife feeding the dome through the channel. We have got it down to a science now and do appreciate the weather proofness it provides not withstanding the stupid suction cups which I have replaced with heavier duty ones, along with replacing the light duty stakes with "real" stakes.]]> Wed, 07 Jan 2015 12:51:18 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55500#55500 New Awning Concept : I did just the opposite. I bent... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55498#55498 Author: Nomad2010
Subject: 4579
Posted: 07 Jan 2015 at 12:20pm

I did just the opposite.  I bent the ends in and filed them down.  I was having trouble with the R-dome coming out of the channel.  Anyone else have the trouble.]]> Wed, 07 Jan 2015 12:20:34 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55498#55498 New Awning Concept : That awning does look good. I... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55497#55497 Author: Nomad2010
Subject: 4579
Posted: 07 Jan 2015 at 12:19pm

That awning does look good.  I may give it a try if I can find one.

]]> Wed, 07 Jan 2015 12:19:03 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=55497#55497 New Awning Concept : Looks good. https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=47636#47636 Author: techntrek
Subject: 4579
Posted: 26 Jun 2014 at 8:23pm

Looks good.]]> Thu, 26 Jun 2014 20:23:47 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=47636#47636 New Awning Concept : We love the Dome, but thought... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=47627#47627 Author: Row pod
Subject: 4579
Posted: 26 Jun 2014 at 5:49pm

We love the Dome, but thought an awning would be best for one-night trips and to let us take the Dome down to dry before storing.  As we all know, the R-pod awning market is nonexistent, so as we do frequently, we made it ourselves.  Purchased a clearance 7x12' piece of awning material ($70.00 including shipping).  The cord on the awing was not big enough around, so we bought a roll of soft clear plastic tubing and split it long-wise to fit over the awning's cord - glued it there.  This fits in the same track as the Dome.  Then purchased two replacement fiberglass tent poles with tension cord, cut them to fit into a seam that I sewed onto the other end of the awning.  Put in 3 grommets, bought aluminum extension tent poles and made straps to anchor with stakes to the ground at an angle.  The total costs for all parts was less than $125.00 and a little sewing time.  We will be bringing it to the Oregon Rally in September. 

]]> Thu, 26 Jun 2014 17:49:34 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=47627#47627 New Awning Concept : I ordered one for my 178. It did... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=47599#47599 Author: rhs
Subject: 4579
Posted: 25 Jun 2014 at 5:44pm

I ordered one for my 178. It did not work. After talking to Mike it was determined that the one they made was not suitable for that model (not long enough). Sent mine back on their authorization. As far as I can tell they do not make one for a 178.
]]> Wed, 25 Jun 2014 17:44:05 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=47599#47599 New Awning Concept : Any news on this? https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=46105#46105 Author: Kermit
Subject: 4579
Posted: 18 May 2014 at 4:26pm

Any news on this?]]> Sun, 18 May 2014 16:26:08 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=46105#46105 New Awning Concept : Walt,I'm looking forward... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=44635#44635 Author: RPodWeGo
Subject: 4579
Posted: 11 Apr 2014 at 11:20pm

Walt, 

I'm looking forward to the pics.  A open design would be just the thing for us in the southwest as we really don't have bugs and it is ussually dry. More so for shade and that occasional thundercloud.
]]> Fri, 11 Apr 2014 23:20:53 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=44635#44635 New Awning Concept : Marwayne- I think I can get away... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=44581#44581 Author: wingnut2312
Subject: 4579
Posted: 10 Apr 2014 at 9:00pm

Marwayne- I think I can get away with that!!

Little jump again...can you use bleach water in the hot water tank when de-winterizing the pod?]]> Thu, 10 Apr 2014 21:00:08 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=44581#44581 New Awning Concept : I bought a small 1/8 inch round... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=44578#44578 Author: Goose
Subject: 4579
Posted: 10 Apr 2014 at 8:07pm

I bought a small 1/8 inch round bit for the Dremel Tool that I have to remove the burrs on the inside of the track were the screws are. You can not get a file on the inside and this worked perfect. Goose]]> Thu, 10 Apr 2014 20:07:57 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=44578#44578 New Awning Concept : I would definitely flare the ends. ... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=44577#44577 Author: marwayne
Subject: 4579
Posted: 10 Apr 2014 at 7:29pm

I would definitely flare the ends.

]]> Thu, 10 Apr 2014 19:29:54 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=44577#44577 New Awning Concept : Thanks guys! We'll try the... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=44561#44561 Author: wingnut2312
Subject: 4579
Posted: 10 Apr 2014 at 4:41pm

Thanks guys! We'll try the filing down first. I think Robin would shoot me if she saw something bent out. Lol]]> Thu, 10 Apr 2014 16:41:20 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4579&PID=44561#44561