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Subject: 4901
Posted: 21 Jul 2017 at 11:09am

Originally posted by Leo B

There is a lot to be said for buying locally. We have developed a really good relationship with our local dealer and have been treated pretty good on warranty issues andservice.

Leo,
I live about 75 miles south of you near Plymouth, NH. What is the name of the dealer you bought your pod from?
Thanks
]]> Fri, 21 Jul 2017 11:09:05 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=96758#96758 Couch's RV Nation : $100 for just the arm, not the... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=96702#96702 Author: smedleyludlow
Subject: 4901
Posted: 20 Jul 2017 at 10:26am

$100 for just the arm, not the whole awning.]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2017 10:26:29 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=96702#96702 Couch's RV Nation : $100 for just the arm, that is. ... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=96701#96701 Author: smedleyludlow
Subject: 4901
Posted: 20 Jul 2017 at 10:23am

$100 for just the arm, that is.]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2017 10:23:50 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=96701#96701 Couch's RV Nation : We bought a 2017 178 from Couch... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=96700#96700 Author: smedleyludlow
Subject: 4901
Posted: 20 Jul 2017 at 10:21am

We bought a 2017 178 from Couch this past November.  Everything you list was standard (for them), and we paid 14K.  Not happy with the Thule awning. It is tiny, flimsy and the 3rd time we used it an arm broke. $100 to replace it if we can't get it replaced under warranty.
]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2017 10:21:06 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=96700#96700 Couch's RV Nation : Bought our 179 from Couch's... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=96691#96691 Author: Subzilla
Subject: 4901
Posted: 20 Jul 2017 at 8:43am

Bought our 179 from Couch's last month.   Yes, all of that equipment is standard.  And we even negotiated down to around $15k plus doc and tax because we were traveling from NC to get there.  Couldn't find a cheaper price anywhere else...the difference justified the long trip!]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2017 08:43:52 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=96691#96691 Couch's RV Nation : Originally posted by Leo BThere... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=96689#96689 Author: NHpod
Subject: 4901
Posted: 20 Jul 2017 at 8:02am

Originally posted by Leo B

There is a lot to be said for buying locally. We have developed a really good relationship with our local dealer and have been treated pretty good on warranty issues andservice.
Leo, I live about 75 miles SE of you in Campton, NH. What is the name of the dealer you bought your Pod from? 
]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2017 08:02:30 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=96689#96689 Couch's RV Nation : NH pod, email Couches and ask... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=96672#96672 Author: ToolmanJohn
Subject: 4901
Posted: 19 Jul 2017 at 8:52pm

NH pod, email Couches and ask them, they will tell you what is included.]]> Wed, 19 Jul 2017 20:52:19 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=96672#96672 Couch's RV Nation : I am looking at the Couch site... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=96669#96669 Author: NHpod
Subject: 4901
Posted: 19 Jul 2017 at 8:00pm

I am looking at the Couch site at a 179. The price is stated as less than $16,369. It lists the equipment below. Is this all standard or optional?

interior Decor: Stone
  • Interior Luxury Package 
    • Jensen “Blue Tooth” AM/FM/CD/DVD Stereo w/Remote Control
    • Two Interior Stereo Speakers
    • Pleated Night Shades
    • Shaker Style Cabinet Doors With Residential Hidden Hinges
    • 6 Gallon DSI Hot Water Heater
    • 2 Burner Cooktop
    • 4 Speed MaxxAir Fan
    • 3.7 cu. ft. 3 Way Refrigerator
    • Cargo Netting
  • Exterior Luxury Package 
    • Two Exterior Stereo Speakers
    • Dual Battery Rack
    • 20# Lp Bottle w/ABS Hard Cover
    • Front And Rear Stabilizer Jacks
    • Spare Tire Carrier, & Cover
    • Folding Assist Grab Handle
    • Tinted Safety Glass Windows
    • Independent Torsion Axle With Ultra-lube Hubs
    • Aluminum Rims
    • Detachable 30 Amp Power Cord
    • Black Tank Flush
    • TV Antenna
    • Magnetic Baggage Door Catches
  • Camper Friendly Package 
    • Go Power Solar Charge Port
    • Outside Shower
    • LED Light
    • Recessed Cook Top w/Glass Cover
    • Seamless Kitchen Countertops w/Stainless Steel Undermount Sink
    • Recessed Sink Cover &
    • EZ Glide Dinette Table
    • Friction Hinged Entrance Door
    • LP Quick Disconnect
    • 15” Tires
  • 13.5K Low Profile Air Conditioner Bedroom
  • Convection Microwave Oven
  • 24” LED Flat Screen TV
  • Power Tongue Jack
  • Thule Awning
  • RVIA Seal

The RV Nation Advantage Features included with every new RV Purchase!

  • 12V Deep Cycle Battery - Free!
  • Propane in Tanks - Free!
  • Dealer Prep - Free!
  • North American Service Network - Free!
]]> Wed, 19 Jul 2017 20:00:47 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=96669#96669 Couch's RV Nation : Sorry, one edit to my post above,... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=93105#93105 Author: Tintin
Subject: 4901
Posted: 12 May 2017 at 11:13am

Sorry, one edit to my post above, I need to learn to look at subsequent pages on forum, I now see there are posts on this topic up to May of 2017. Sorry for confusion.  ]]> Fri, 12 May 2017 11:13:11 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=93105#93105 Couch's RV Nation : I realize the previous comments... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=93104#93104 Author: Tintin
Subject: 4901
Posted: 12 May 2017 at 11:05am

I realize the previous comments regarding Couch RV date back to 2014, so somewhat of an update.  I  bought a 179 from them last week.  After shopping around locally, in Twin Cities market, and looking at this forum, I landed upon Couch.   When we arrived, they did a decent job of going through the Rpod, showing us the various features.  At our first stop that night back to the Twin Cities, we could not get the fridge to come on, the light under the dinette did not work and one of the pieces of trim around the dinette set was loose and the cover of the gas canister cover had blown off.  I assume the kid showing us the camper did not tighten it down all the way and wind did it's job.   I ended up calling, leaving a message on the Couch voice-mail line, nobody responded on the Friday or Saturday. I sent an email to the sales rep, then called him Monday and he connected me with a warranty guy at Couch.  Initially, he was a bit vague on how all was to be handled, but after some discussion on my second call to him I pushed for specific answers, he informed me he would mail me a new hatch cover for the gas cover, which came last night.  He said I could take the Rpod to any Forest River dealer close to me for the fridge.  He suggested for the loose trim I use a finish nail or two.  The dinette light he advised twisting it a bit. I tried briefly, but will have to fool with it more later. I set an appointment for June 5 at a dealership in Twin Cities.   I have a friend who is geekier than me look at fridge.  He tested outlets with multi-meter, we have power, same with 12V.  Fridge  does not come on, no lights on panel. Could not find anything which looked like a fuse in the back of the fridge, I assume they look like a small tube about 2" or 3" long.  I will see what dealer  says about fridge.  It is covered by warranty.  Just a bit frustrating. Overall, I would say Couch is ok, but again, I did have to push for specific answers. I told the guy I wanted confirmation that my file was not just sitting on his "in" basket.  He assured me that was not the case, but it seemed like squeaky wheel which got the grease. I find it a bit odd they simply tell the customer to try this or that to do repairs, you would think they would be all apologetic, maybe telling me they will send me a free left-handed wachamigggy for my hassle or something.  Instead, he was  reluctantly helpful. Like I was putting him out  for asking him to do his job.  As an aside, as a kid growing up in the early 60's I delivered the Minneapolis Star newspaper.  I was taught to place the paper between the screen door and the storm door so that when customer opened the front door a dry (no plastic bags then) paper would slide down in front of his feet with the headlines facing him.  If I ever strayed from that level of service, I would hear about it.  My response was to apologize and make sure I had my act together in the future.  Was a great lesson in quality control and customer service.  Maybe RV dealers should have been paperboys and we would get better service.]]> Fri, 12 May 2017 11:05:26 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=93104#93104 Couch's RV Nation : There is a lot to be said for... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=92727#92727 Author: Leo B
Subject: 4901
Posted: 06 May 2017 at 8:34am

There is a lot to be said for buying locally. We have developed a really good relationship with our local dealer and have been treated pretty good on warranty issues andservice.]]> Sat, 06 May 2017 08:34:37 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=92727#92727 Couch's RV Nation : here's my 2 cents for what... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=92725#92725 Author: malkbean2
Subject: 4901
Posted: 06 May 2017 at 8:10am

here's my 2 cents for what its worth.
1.Buy from a local dealer even if costs more they seem to honor their own sales.
2. TT dealers dont seem to like doing waranttee work if bought from other dealers but seem to intensely  hate Couchs and hate to honor waranttee work if bought from Couchs
3. Lots of little things and some big things go wrong with new TTs so waranttee repair access is important.
4. A Couch's guy called me after I bought from Pontiac RV at a huge discount and snidely hung up on me after he asked and i told him I got a better deal at Pontiac RV in Illinois - very very glad I did not buy there.
]]> Sat, 06 May 2017 08:10:07 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=92725#92725 Couch's RV Nation : Does your town & country handle... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=87599#87599 Author: malkbean2
Subject: 4901
Posted: 06 Feb 2017 at 9:56am

Does your town & country handle the rpod well?
Do you think it can get through the rocky mountains without problems?
How much gas mileage do you get towing it?
Did you install heavy duty cooling for the engine or trans?
Do tou need a sway control device?
Do you need a weight distribution device?
]]> Mon, 06 Feb 2017 09:56:37 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=87599#87599 Couch's RV Nation : Does the grand caravan tow the... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=87588#87588 Author: malkbean2
Subject: 4901
Posted: 06 Feb 2017 at 8:05am

Does the grand caravan tow the rpod trouble free?
How fast can you go on interstates?
Is the tongue weight of the rpod a problem?
Is after market sway control needed?
Is a weight distribution device needed?
Is after market cooling needed for trans or engine?
Can you tow through the rocky mountains?

My tow vehicle: 2016 Grand Caravan
Rpod considering towing: 177, 178, 179, or 180
]]> Mon, 06 Feb 2017 08:05:47 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=87588#87588 Couch's RV Nation : Never unhitch before you chock... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=84378#84378 Author: techntrek
Subject: 4901
Posted: 03 Nov 2016 at 8:03pm

Never unhitch before you chock the wheels.  Check the lug nut torque before every trip (and every 50 miles the first 200 miles).  Check the tire pressure before every trip, inflate the tires to the pressure shown on the tire's sidewall.]]> Thu, 03 Nov 2016 20:03:52 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=84378#84378 Couch's RV Nation : We picked up our 178 from RVN... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=84353#84353 Author: smedleyludlow
Subject: 4901
Posted: 03 Nov 2016 at 1:01pm

We picked up our 178 from RVN this past Sat and towed it 400 miles home.  The people at the dealer installed the ball for the anti-sway bar, I had the tab for the ASB hitch ball welded to my hitch.  We had no sway at all.  Hitch height of new RPODS is 20 inches, and provides more ground clearance than pods of the past.  On my TV the top of the ball is right at 20 inches off the ground, and the pod was a tad nose down, which is perfect for towing.  Other than that, look at the pod carefully for obvious errors.  They will do a walkthrough and explain everything, but it will be fast since they want to go home on Saturdays.  I still don't know how some things work on our pod since there's no owner's manual for the pod itself.  Lots of appliance manuals tho.  When you stop for the night, and before you unhitch the pod, chock the tires.  Ours wanted to roll a bit even though the site we stopped overnight at looked level.
]]> Thu, 03 Nov 2016 13:01:44 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=84353#84353 Couch's RV Nation : congrats! Great floor plan. Check... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=84326#84326 Author: Leo B
Subject: 4901
Posted: 02 Nov 2016 at 9:20pm

congrats! Great floor plan. Check everything and video the walk thru the tech will give you on how everything operates.]]> Wed, 02 Nov 2016 21:20:30 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=84326#84326 Couch's RV Nation : I'm going to pick up my 179... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=84320#84320 Author: ricon
Subject: 4901
Posted: 02 Nov 2016 at 8:03pm

I'm going to pick up my 179 this saturday. What should I check before i drive 1200 miles home? ]]> Wed, 02 Nov 2016 20:03:45 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=84320#84320 Couch's RV Nation : Hope there are colors there.As... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=84310#84310 Author: Bama Pod
Subject: 4901
Posted: 02 Nov 2016 at 3:40pm

Hope there are colors there.
As you know with the drought we've had exactly squat here in town.
Either way, enjoy Tim's Ford!!!
]]> Wed, 02 Nov 2016 15:40:41 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=84310#84310 Couch's RV Nation : Hi Bama Pod, We are going to Tim's... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=84305#84305 Author: smedleyludlow
Subject: 4901
Posted: 02 Nov 2016 at 12:29pm

Hi Bama Pod, We are going to Tim's Ford this weekend to catch some fall colors.  Don't know if I want to pull the pod up Monte Sano with a Santa Fe.  It did OK in the hills between here and Cleveland, but Monte Sano is a much harder pull.      ]]> Wed, 02 Nov 2016 12:29:23 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=84305#84305 Couch's RV Nation : We pick up our 180 this Friday.Maybe... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=84301#84301 Author: Bama Pod
Subject: 4901
Posted: 02 Nov 2016 at 6:33am

We pick up our 180 this Friday.
Maybe we'll run into each other at Monte Sano some time.
Actually quite a few Pods in Huntsville (and about to be 1 more) Smile
]]> Wed, 02 Nov 2016 06:33:14 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=84301#84301 Couch's RV Nation : We picked up our 2017 178 this... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=84292#84292 Author: smedleyludlow
Subject: 4901
Posted: 01 Nov 2016 at 10:35pm

We picked up our 2017 178 this past weekend from Couch's, they seemed to want to help but the walkthrough was fast because it was Sat. and they wanted to go home.  I suppose I can understand that.  We stopped at a campground (Singing Hills) at Cave City on the way back to try out the pod, no problems so far.  Will go to Tim's Ford this coming weekend to test it out some more. 
]]> Tue, 01 Nov 2016 22:35:16 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=84292#84292 Couch's RV Nation : Ditto to HappyCamper's observations... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=81872#81872 Author: Luv2Q
Subject: 4901
Posted: 07 Sep 2016 at 12:41am

Ditto to HappyCamper's observations about Couch's & Ray.  We bought a 171 from them & made the drive from Central Texas to pick it up.  I'd have done it again when we bought the 180 but it was January & I was a little nervous about the weather.  Bought instead from a semi-local dealer (100 miles away) who gave us Couch's price adjusted for transportation.  Looking back, wish we'd have gone with Couch's.  Why?  The local yokels are clueless about Pods.  We were explain things to them on the walkthrough.  Not a good situation.]]> Wed, 07 Sep 2016 00:41:20 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=81872#81872 Couch's RV Nation : Just wanted to give a shout out... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=81869#81869 Author: HappyCamperLA
Subject: 4901
Posted: 06 Sep 2016 at 10:49pm

Just wanted to give a shout out to Ray at Couchs. He was very responsive and answered all of our questions via email. We contacted many dealers in our pod hunt and the norm was to receive either a call when we asked for email contact, not hear back at all, or to receive partial responses. Couchs gave us a great price and ultimately we purchased from a local(ish) dealer who matched Couchs price - just added their cost to transport the RV (which was less than we would've paid ourselves) and an extra $400 because it's the Hood River edition. Feel a little bad not purchasing from Couchs since they were so helpful, but buying locally was too good of a deal to pass up, so I figure the least I can do is give 'em a shout out here ]]> Tue, 06 Sep 2016 22:49:07 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=81869#81869 Couch's RV Nation : I just purchased a RPod 179 a... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=80760#80760 Author: vrodman
Subject: 4901
Posted: 20 Aug 2016 at 2:49pm

I just purchased a RPod 179 a month ago. The price was good and I drove 2 days to pick it up. Salesman was nice. The orientation was about 2 hrs but mostly superficial, here's this and that. I am new to RV's and coulda' used a more in depth instruction class. I would have paid a little extra for it. Having to go through all of the manuals was excessive,  but neccessary. I have to say though, in this day and age, I think their Customer Service needs ALOT of improvement. I had numerous little things that weren't right and had to do them myself. (loose, stripped screws, rust on the step 2x3", bad cables for the TV etc) No biggie but I was on the road trip. My biggest complaint is that when you call, EVERYONE seems to be hiding behind their voice mail! Unprofessional. It took over 6hrs to wait for a call back and never came. I had to call again and that took 24hrs. Shameful. I would give them a rating of 4 out of 10 at best. AngryCustomer Service 101 = someone should have followed up after sale and inquired how things were and did I need anything with my new R Pod. It all left a sour taste in my mouth. Granted I wasn't buying a $200,000 rig, but still. Just sayin'...
]]> Sat, 20 Aug 2016 14:49:17 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=80760#80760 Couch's RV Nation : Odd, I've never heard of... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=66946#66946 Author: techntrek
Subject: 4901
Posted: 12 Oct 2015 at 9:03pm

Odd, I've never heard of them negotiating.  They discount up-front based on their bulk sales.]]> Mon, 12 Oct 2015 21:03:44 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=66946#66946 Couch's RV Nation : I didn't get past the negotiations... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=66941#66941 Author: crosscountry
Subject: 4901
Posted: 12 Oct 2015 at 6:06pm

I didn't get past the negotiations stage with this shady dealer.  We agreed on a price that was lower than their online quote system by 1,500.  I reconfigured the rpod adding an AC and oven and asked for a discount over this new quote to which they said their online price quote was final.  They lied about the previous quotes including the 1,500 off which I have in writing.  The guy I spoke with at Couch's is a compulsive liar.]]> Mon, 12 Oct 2015 18:06:31 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=66941#66941 Couch's RV Nation : Kobwo, the tow was very good on... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=66558#66558 Author: Commander203
Subject: 4901
Posted: 30 Sep 2015 at 6:46am

Kobwo, the tow was very good on the way back to Central Texas. We probably should have taken a couple of days for the drive, we really wanted to get home after being away for a couple of weeks. I think my biggest frustration was the traffic. We came into Dallas on I-30 West to the 635, for me absolutely horrendous. Even if I wasn't towing it still would have been just as bad.

The only thing I've found with the TT so far has been the saw dust issue. We had a little bit on the floor after we made the trip home. We have not taken the trailer out yet, first trip will be next weekend.

That's really good that your TT is already at the dealership, sure makes planning easier. The dealership's building is pretty small but don't let that be a concern. The way I see it, if they build a big fancy facility, those costs would probably be passed along to the customer. The service/preparation area is nice and they have a large selection of TTs on site. I was told the 179 is very popular right now, guess that's what took mine so long to get built. That was mainly my fault because the dealer had one for me but when they called, I hadn't made the decision to purchase. A couple of days later I called to tell them I wanted it, too late, they had sold it. I think it took about 5 weeks to get another one.

One more plug for the dealership, a few days after getting home, the salesman sent an email checking that we made it home OK and asked how the trip went. I thought that was pretty nice.

Anyway, I hope you have a safe trip and a pleasant buying experience. Don't forget to let us know how it went.]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2015 06:46:15 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=66558#66558 Couch's RV Nation : Originally posted by Commander203As... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=66555#66555 Author: Kobwo
Subject: 4901
Posted: 29 Sep 2015 at 11:21pm

Originally posted by Commander203

As stated in my prior post that I would return for a report on my buying experience with RV Nation here in Ohio. We were originally planning on our pick up around the 7th. Our 179 didn't arrive until this morning. 

The service department jumped right to work on prep and we started our walk through at 1pm. Can't say enough good things about the way this purchase went. First let me say there was no mention of completing the sale prior to the prep or walk through. As a matter of fact we were allowed to watch dealer prep prior to our walk through. All persons from Brannon our salesman to Mike our prep/demonstration person in the service department were extremely professional and courteous. One of the other guys in the service department, I assume the service manager, didn't get his name, came by and informed us that if there was anything we were not satisfied with just let him know and it would be taken care of. I am totally satisfied with the buying experience, best I've ever experienced. Not like buying a new car at all. 

Now for the trailer. My wife and I dug really deep based on the information in this review, which by the way was extremely helpful. We found only a couple of the issues that are listed in this review, so thanks for the heads up. Otherwise, watched it being prepped and cleaned really good. Maybe that was because we were present, but a good job was performed. 

Mike did the hitch set up, appears to work just fine from the dealer back to the motel we eventually booked due to being tired of the wife's relatives. I had already installed a P2 brake controller but Mike got in the TV and made a few adjustments and the drive back to motel was great. I had an E2 hitch installed. We will be getting on the road back to Texas around 0500 hrs tomorrow. 

I hope this review of Jeff Couch's RV nation helps someone about deciding whether to purchase from them or not. Now we'll just see how the POD holds up. 

We only had minor dealings with the finance guy as we had a cashier's check for our purchase so can't comment about financing other than he tried really hard to sell us a $1649.00 four year extended warranty. Of course we refused thanks to this forum. I did read here or on the other one about other extended plans that are much cheaper if we decide to purchase one. 





How did the tow home go?  I will be leaving Dallas this weekend to pick up our new 180 on Monday. Hopefully our delivery goes as well as yours did.  At least it wasn't built on a Friday. 

]]> Tue, 29 Sep 2015 23:21:58 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=66555#66555 Couch's RV Nation : As stated in my prior post that... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4901&PID=65804#65804 Author: Commander203
Subject: 4901
Posted: 10 Sep 2015 at 8:57pm

As stated in my prior post that I would return for a report on my buying experience with RV Nation here in Ohio. We were originally planning on our pick up around the 7th. Our 179 didn't arrive until this morning. 

The service department jumped right to work on prep and we started our walk through at 1pm. Can't say enough good things about the way this purchase went. First let me say there was no mention of completing the sale prior to the prep or walk through. As a matter of fact we were allowed to watch dealer prep prior to our walk through. All persons from Brannon our salesman to Mike our prep/demonstration person in the service department were extremely professional and courteous. One of the other guys in the service department, I assume the service manager, didn't get his name, came by and informed us that if there was anything we were not satisfied with just let him know and it would be taken care of. I am totally satisfied with the buying experience, best I've ever experienced. Not like buying a new car at all. 

Now for the trailer. My wife and I dug really deep based on the information in this review, which by the way was extremely helpful. We found only a couple of the issues that are listed in this review, so thanks for the heads up. Otherwise, watched it being prepped and cleaned really good. Maybe that was because we were present, but a good job was performed. 

Mike did the hitch set up, appears to work just fine from the dealer back to the motel we eventually booked due to being tired of the wife's relatives. I had already installed a P2 brake controller but Mike got in the TV and made a few adjustments and the drive back to motel was great. I had an E2 hitch installed. We will be getting on the road back to Texas around 0500 hrs tomorrow. 

I hope this review of Jeff Couch's RV nation helps someone about deciding whether to purchase from them or not. Now we'll just see how the POD holds up. 

We only had minor dealings with the finance guy as we had a cashier's check for our purchase so can't comment about financing other than he tried really hard to sell us a $1649.00 four year extended warranty. Of course we refused thanks to this forum. I did read here or on the other one about other extended plans that are much cheaper if we decide to purchase one. 




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