http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : New New Rpod 178 owner from So. Oregon Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sat, 02 May 2026 21:13:36 +0000 Thu, 24 Jul 2014 21:00:07 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=4955 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=4955&PID=48803#48803 Author: mmgraham969
Subject: 4955
Posted: 24 Jul 2014 at 9:00pm

Don't forget flashlights, battery operated lanterns, and maybe a "headlight"--one of those flashlight-like devices that faster around your head with elastic straps. Those guys are great when you're doing something in the dark and you need both hands to do it. Strike-anywhere matches come in useful in a lot of circumstances. If you're concerned about the possibility of the head getting wet and disintegrating, just dip the head in a bit of melted wax. Parachute cord (AKA 550 cord) is useful for anything from hanging up wet/dirty clothes to securing items in your storage area to keep them from bumping around. Don't forget your corkscrew and Leatherman/Swiss Army Knife. Happy camping!]]> Thu, 24 Jul 2014 21:00:07 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4955&PID=48803#48803 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4955&PID=48623#48623 Author: ahefner
Subject: 4955
Posted: 21 Jul 2014 at 5:33pm

Screw driver kit is also handy. One that includes the square bits. I found the screws like to back out when traveling. A little dab of clear silicon on the threads helps keep it from happening again and you can still remove the screw later on if needed.]]> Mon, 21 Jul 2014 17:33:26 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4955&PID=48623#48623 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4955&PID=48605#48605 Author: nlrstate
Subject: 4955
Posted: 21 Jul 2014 at 10:15am

We just bought ours two weeks ago.  Took it to the local campground (15 minutes from home) and it was a great way to get familiar with the trailer.  Keep a note pad and make a list of items as you are setting it up - I made on list for things to pick up from the house and things to purchase.  Puck podders mentioned most of the outside essentials.  We used bins under the seating area for supplies like paper towels, kleenex, 1 ply rv toliet paper, extra fire starter, drill for stabilizers, wd40, bungie cords, etc.  A three step ladder is very helpful.  Also took the hint from other posts and bought a 15x21 cutting board.  My husband is adding "legs" to place this over the stove to make it usable space when not cooking.]]> Mon, 21 Jul 2014 10:15:06 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4955&PID=48605#48605 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4955&PID=48526#48526 Author: Leo B
Subject: 4955
Posted: 19 Jul 2014 at 4:12pm

The" few cans of beer" was a good call!!]]> Sat, 19 Jul 2014 16:12:46 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4955&PID=48526#48526 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4955&PID=48524#48524 Author: guppyfam
Subject: 4955
Posted: 19 Jul 2014 at 3:40pm

Great suggestion!  We will be picking up our 178 tomorrow and have our 1st trip planned close to home at a local campsite.  We are excited to try this new type of camping!

Thanks,

Jeff
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Subject: 4955
Posted: 19 Jul 2014 at 3:38pm

Thank you for the suggestions.  We are picking up our 178 tomorrow and will keep the suggested list in mind.  Seems overwhelming right now, but we are excited for our 1st trip.

Thanks,

Jeff
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Subject: 4955
Posted: 11 Jul 2014 at 10:22am

We picked up our 178 a couple weeks ago. Not sure what you have with yours but this is what I purchased. White fresh water hose, pressure valve for hose, extra power cable, levelling blocks, sewage dumping kit, hose for black tank flushing, adapter to go from electrical hookup to 110v for home connection and a few cans of beer! May have left something out but this is a start.. Driveway camped first. Two road trips with the third starting Monday for a few days in Algonquin Park. Love the R Pod
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Subject: 4955
Posted: 11 Jul 2014 at 9:21am

Welcome. Safe Travels.]]> Fri, 11 Jul 2014 09:21:10 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4955&PID=48150#48150 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4955&PID=48140#48140 Author: techntrek
Subject: 4955
Posted: 11 Jul 2014 at 12:44am

Welcome. I always suggest visiting "camp driveway" for a night, so you can hop back in the house for anything you've forgotten.

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Subject: 4955
Posted: 10 Jul 2014 at 5:06pm

Welcome to the group!!]]> Thu, 10 Jul 2014 17:06:59 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4955&PID=48128#48128 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4955&PID=48127#48127 Author: guppyfam
Subject: 4955
Posted: 10 Jul 2014 at 5:00pm

Hello Everyone,

We (my wife, 4 year old son, 3 year old son and puppy) have ordered our 178 from a local dealer and are anxious for it to arrive.  After reading all the posts here on the forum, I hope I am ready for all of this.  Having never really done any rv'ing, I am trying to figure out the many items we will still need after delivery of our unit.  Has anyone come up with a checklist of items a new owner will need to purchase? Maybe some things to watch out for.  Any help/suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

We will be towing the Rpod with a 2011 AWD Toyota Sienna.

Thank you,

Jeff




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