R-pod Owners Forum : Initial Quality http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Warranty, Service and Recall Bulletins : Initial Quality Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 01 May 2026 07:00:42 +0000 Wed, 17 Sep 2014 18:42:27 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=5058 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Initial Quality : Pump started making lot's... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51568#51568 Author: fwunder
Subject: 5058
Posted: 17 Sep 2014 at 6:42pm

Pump started making lot's of noise. Lifted cover to HW heater and moved hose away from metal it was banging against. Problem solved. Foam insulation and/or a few zip ties would probably be a better permanent fix.

fred
]]> Wed, 17 Sep 2014 18:42:27 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51568#51568 Initial Quality : I added an accumulator to my... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51505#51505 Author: Budward
Subject: 5058
Posted: 16 Sep 2014 at 7:07pm

I added an accumulator to my 1999 toy hauler, while it stopped the pump from short cycling so much it didn't really quieten it as I recall.
The pump in my 179 is marketed as an "accumulator not needed", and sure enough it never short cycles.
]]> Tue, 16 Sep 2014 19:07:12 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51505#51505 Initial Quality : Exactly. Some will even add... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51485#51485 Author: techntrek
Subject: 5058
Posted: 16 Sep 2014 at 1:38pm

Exactly.  Some will even add foam pipe insulation around the first few feet of water line for extra vibration protection.  Another option is to add an accumulator tank, too.]]> Tue, 16 Sep 2014 13:38:52 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51485#51485 Initial Quality : Originally posted by techntrek Ouch,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51481#51481 Author: Luv2Q
Subject: 5058
Posted: 16 Sep 2014 at 1:16pm

Originally posted by techntrek

Ouch, definitely add a mousepad and 3 more screws.  Honestly I don't know why they don't add something like a mousepad at the factory.

The mousepad serving as a cushion for the water pump to sit on?  (Hope I'm guessing right cuz that sounds like a good idea!  LOL )
]]> Tue, 16 Sep 2014 13:16:03 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51481#51481 Initial Quality : Ouch, definitely add a mousepad... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51476#51476 Author: techntrek
Subject: 5058
Posted: 16 Sep 2014 at 1:01pm

Ouch, definitely add a mousepad and 3 more screws.  Honestly I don't know why they don't add something like a mousepad at the factory.]]> Tue, 16 Sep 2014 13:01:45 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51476#51476 Initial Quality : Originally posted by techntrek #9,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51466#51466 Author: Budward
Subject: 5058
Posted: 16 Sep 2014 at 3:09am

Originally posted by techntrek

#9, the water pump normally will make a loud vibrating sound when in use.  Did you find it is actually unscrewed from the floor?


I found mine to be making a lot of noise.  There are supposed to be 4 screws mounting it.  FR had used ONE in my unit.
]]> Tue, 16 Sep 2014 03:09:54 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51466#51466 Initial Quality : I agree that FR needs to address... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51463#51463 Author: NormanHill
Subject: 5058
Posted: 15 Sep 2014 at 11:38pm

I agree that FR needs to address their quality issues ASAP. Reading some of the posts it seems like we are ready to accept poor quality as the norm and expect the dealer to resolve it after our purchase, but I recommend that anyone buying an RPod insist on an inspection before they sign for the the trailer, and be ready to walk away until unit is in working order. (There response to the TV problem is ridiculous and it might be worthwhile to call FR directly, which I've been encouraged to do by Camping world for problems they can't get covered under warranty.)

Glad you got most of the problems resolved. Keep us posted.
]]> Mon, 15 Sep 2014 23:38:58 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51463#51463 Initial Quality : The guy I bought mine from did... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51324#51324 Author: JStrube
Subject: 5058
Posted: 11 Sep 2014 at 10:54pm

The guy I bought mine from did not notice the missing tv antenna...  The dealer did not mark it on the check in form.  Forest River now says tough luck...]]> Thu, 11 Sep 2014 22:54:38 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51324#51324 Initial Quality : Hello, update on tv, FR replaced... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51289#51289 Author: 2McPods
Subject: 5058
Posted: 11 Sep 2014 at 2:45pm

Hello, update on tv, FR replaced it with a brand new one and all is well. My advise to anyone with any of these problems is don't settle, keep talking to your dealer and if it takes you and the dealer to confront the manufacturer, DO IT! I paid for new and I want new with out defects, that's what a warranty is for.
As of today I'm a Thumbs Up camper lol.
]]> Thu, 11 Sep 2014 14:45:30 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51289#51289 Initial Quality : My Jensen has a red pixel lit... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51224#51224 Author: Budward
Subject: 5058
Posted: 10 Sep 2014 at 3:01pm

My Jensen has a red pixel lit all the time....first TV I've ever had that problem on.  I just live with it, as techntrek says the manufacturers generally blow that off unless it is several of them.    Jensen even blew off the fact my TV had a sticker from them on the screen saying it was 12V and it wasn't.  They admitted the screw up but no they wouldn't replace it with the 12V model I thought I was getting.
]]> Wed, 10 Sep 2014 15:01:08 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51224#51224 Initial Quality : Originally posted by capricorn_62Now... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51214#51214 Author: techntrek
Subject: 5058
Posted: 10 Sep 2014 at 1:46pm

Originally posted by capricorn_62

Now for the Icing on the cake, the tv pixel mess up. The tv has a constant green dot that no matter what you watch your eye is drawn to that. ... What I don't understand is what's the difference, it's a defect and it's a brand new tv. If I go to best buy or some other department store and by a tv and it had the same problem, I would take it back and get a new one. Right??? 

 
For better or worse, I believe all television manufacturers have a "stuck pixel" policy where X amount is acceptable, especially if it isn't in the middle of the screen.  This may not be true for higher-end televisions.  So the answer to your question is "maybe".
 
]]> Wed, 10 Sep 2014 13:46:34 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51214#51214 Initial Quality : #9, the water pump normally... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51213#51213 Author: techntrek
Subject: 5058
Posted: 10 Sep 2014 at 1:42pm

#9, the water pump normally will make a loud vibrating sound when in use.  Did you find it is actually unscrewed from the floor?]]> Wed, 10 Sep 2014 13:42:33 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51213#51213 Initial Quality : ours is only a month or so old... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51204#51204 Author: Webstas
Subject: 5058
Posted: 10 Sep 2014 at 12:49pm

ours is only a month or so old and we have had all kinds of issues.
1. the tail light is messed up so only 1 or 2 led's light up
2. nicks everywhere on pretty much every panel
3. the panel with the system status monitor on it is cracked in the corner
4. the black tank clean out system was installed backwards.
5. the t.v. arm was welded on an angle so the t.v is crooked 
6. the bathroom door corner is delamination
7. the person that installed our jensen dvd radio system put 2 screws in the same hole and screwed into the amp heat sink
8. the corner of the converter box is broken out.
9. the h20 pump isnt screwed down so it rattles everywhere. 
]]> Wed, 10 Sep 2014 12:49:19 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51204#51204 Initial Quality : Hello everyone, Just an update... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51199#51199 Author: 2McPods
Subject: 5058
Posted: 10 Sep 2014 at 11:49am

Hello everyone, Just an update to all the problems we found.

We got a new table top, and its beautiful and perfect.

The door gap has been fixed, no more bugs should get in thank god.

The gap between the wall and bathroom sink I fixed my self, just needed a new screw and caulked but I did bring it to the dealers attention.

We got a new rdome and its awesome!!

The snag in the a/c filter isn't big enough for dometic to do anything about. Not a big deal as of yet, but believe me when it is I will be on top of it.

Now for the Icing on the cake, the tv pixel mess up. The tv has a constant green dot that no matter what you watch your eye is drawn to that. Especially when the screen is dark. The dealer got a new tv for us, but because there is only one pixel messed up they have to get approval from the manufacture which is Jensen to replace the tv. If they do it with out the approval they will be stuck with the $300 bill. Ok that's fine I understand that. What I don't understand is what's the difference, it's a defect and it's a brand new tv. If I go to best buy or some other department store and by a tv and it had the same problem, I would take it back and get a new one. Right???  Not a happy camper at the moment Censored

If FR would have better QC these problems would not be put on the consumer to deal with. Thumbs Down
Don't get me wrong I'm very happy with my Pod, I just wish people would take some pride in what they build. I have always believed you treat people the way you want to be treated. That also goes for building something as if it was your own.

]]> Wed, 10 Sep 2014 11:49:18 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51199#51199 Initial Quality : Originally posted by Luv2QHope... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51190#51190 Author: Luv2Q
Subject: 5058
Posted: 10 Sep 2014 at 10:10am

Originally posted by Luv2Q


Hope the OPs got their issues resolved satisfactorily.

Oops, believe I was referring to Capricorn here.
]]> Wed, 10 Sep 2014 10:10:07 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51190#51190 Initial Quality : Interesting .. and a little scary... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51182#51182 Author: Luv2Q
Subject: 5058
Posted: 09 Sep 2014 at 11:58pm

Interesting .. and a little scary inasmuch as we've just committed to buy a new 171.  Well, I can see my walk-thru will take awhile cuz bringing it back to the dealership ain't an option!  Quality Control (or lack thereof) .. guess that's not unexpected in today's world.  Still, the R-pod is a pretty neat concept so we're excited and looking forward to getting out in it.

(note to self:  remember to turn on the TV)

Hope the OPs got their issues resolved satisfactorily.
]]> Tue, 09 Sep 2014 23:58:53 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51182#51182 Initial Quality : I guess we are lucky but the only... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51082#51082 Author: dsmiths
Subject: 5058
Posted: 06 Sep 2014 at 8:53pm

I guess we are lucky but the only issue we had on our 2011 RP-172 was the door stop that sticks out was loose. I tightened it with a phillips screwdriver and that was it. No problems with any appliances, lights, wiring, plumbing etc. I was impressed with the initial quality of the pod , fit and finish .]]> Sat, 06 Sep 2014 20:53:40 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51082#51082 Initial Quality : When buying you really need to... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51073#51073 Author: Leo B
Subject: 5058
Posted: 06 Sep 2014 at 4:03pm

When buying you really need to do a thorough walk thru with the tech before taking possession of your pod. The dealers have a printed list that they have you sign off on regarding the walk thru, so you need to have them demonstrate  and look at all the items before you take it. The walk thru can take a couple hours]]> Sat, 06 Sep 2014 16:03:36 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51073#51073 Initial Quality : Thanks for listing all the things... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51071#51071 Author: Avid Camper
Subject: 5058
Posted: 06 Sep 2014 at 3:14pm

Thanks for listing all the things you found...we just bought a 178 and have had no issues but will check out all the listed areas just in case....thanks so much!

Smile  Avid Camper
]]> Sat, 06 Sep 2014 15:14:09 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=51071#51071 Initial Quality : That sounds awful... should definitely... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=50917#50917 Author: Leo B
Subject: 5058
Posted: 02 Sep 2014 at 5:35pm

That sounds awful... should definitely be a  trip back to the dealership!]]> Tue, 02 Sep 2014 17:35:36 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=50917#50917 Initial Quality : I hope you are taking yours back... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=50914#50914 Author: techntrek
Subject: 5058
Posted: 02 Sep 2014 at 5:31pm

I hope you are taking yours back to your dealership!]]> Tue, 02 Sep 2014 17:31:36 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=50914#50914 Initial Quality : Hello,We found some issues with... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=50873#50873 Author: 2McPods
Subject: 5058
Posted: 01 Sep 2014 at 9:34pm

Hello,
We found some issues with our 2015 171 also. We've only had it since 8/16 and camped in it 2 times since taking ownership.

1. Excess black caulking smeared on top of the roof between a/c and antenna. Looks like someone didn't have a rag to clean their hands with and just smeared on the roof.

2. Bathroom sink has a gap about 6" from the middle to the bottom on the right side against the wall. The screw is not screwed in all the way. 

3. Our kitchen table has a big gash on the corner and a a scratch on top as long as the table.

4. The converter panel door won't stay on because the panel was put on to close to the panel molding on the floor.

5. There is nicks on all the cabinets and when you open the frig door at the bottom there is a chunk of wood missing.

6. The screen door has a gap at the top, not sure if its bent or not lined up properly.

7. Some of the decals are lifting up at the ends.

8. The a/c filters have snags in them.

9. The tv screen has some pixels messed up to the point there is a constant green light when watching anything.

10. The Rdome has a snag in the screen and one of the window ties is sewn into a seam so that you can't tie anything with it.

But we are still very satisfied with the Pod.  I agree with everyone else that QC needs to gives these a better going over before they ship out. These little campers are not cheap and should not be put together like they are (cheap).
]]> Mon, 01 Sep 2014 21:34:57 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=50873#50873 Initial Quality : Bought my 2012 used a month ago... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=50813#50813 Author: JStrube
Subject: 5058
Posted: 31 Aug 2014 at 2:11pm

Bought my 2012 used a month ago from the original owner, who never used it.  Turns put they never installed the TV antenna!  The wire is hanging out the hole, was stripped nicely, but the connector never installed.  If it was tore off, you would be able to tell.]]> Sun, 31 Aug 2014 14:11:42 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=50813#50813 Initial Quality : I went under our 177 2012 pod... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=50806#50806 Author: ron_whitt
Subject: 5058
Posted: 31 Aug 2014 at 9:48am

I went under our 177 2012 pod to check on the cross members for the tanks and they are fine no gap at all. We have had no major issues with our pod (that wasn't handled by our rv sales place.) I think blues pod is right, with push on by FR to get more pods out it is now quantity or quality. Before nestle's moved to Mexico and Brazil I worked 36 yr for them and it was definitely that way. I also believe that a good rv sales/service place is 95% of your pod enjoyment. ]]> Sun, 31 Aug 2014 09:48:29 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=50806#50806 Initial Quality : Yeah, but I wasn't talking... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=50798#50798 Author: Blue's Pod
Subject: 5058
Posted: 30 Aug 2014 at 8:45pm

Yeah, but I wasn't talking about extra caulking around the openings. Sorry if that's how it came across. I was talking about blobs and smears all over the rooftop, unrelated to openings for AC, Fantastic Fan, antenna or vent. Just sloppy workmanship. I don't mind extra caulk where things can leak. Just no reason for the slop...]]> Sat, 30 Aug 2014 20:45:11 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=50798#50798 Initial Quality : The extra caulk on the roof is... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=50793#50793 Author: techntrek
Subject: 5058
Posted: 30 Aug 2014 at 8:07pm

The extra caulk on the roof is normal, everyone that has ever commented on it has noted how much is there.  Better too much than not enough.]]> Sat, 30 Aug 2014 20:07:51 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=50793#50793 Initial Quality : I want to begin by saying we... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=50791#50791 Author: Blue's Pod
Subject: 5058
Posted: 30 Aug 2014 at 7:56pm

I want to begin by saying we didn't do a walk-through because we purchased out of state and our 2015 R-Pod 171 was delivered by a transport company (who did a great job, by the way). When we took possession from the driver we did a quick external walk-around and everything looked good, so we took the Pod home. Once here we began checking things out and came up with a list. There are a few things that are simply annoying, and a few others that could have led to bigger problems if not found. You can be the judge of what's a big deal to you; I'll just list them here, in no particular order.

I'm aware that Forest River is kicking these Pods out the door as fast as they can based on demand, but many of our issues and other issues I keep seeing in this forum could largely be mitigated with a better Quality Control department, or even checklists to follow during construction. Attention to detail seems to be a recurring theme in a lot of posts, and Forest River could go a long way toward greater customer loyalty if they just took a few moments longer with each Pod. That's FWIW.  Smile  On with the list.

1. In the space under the Dometic Refrigerator the shield was never installed. We opened the door under the fridge and found lots of sawdust, visible wires and propane lines and the shield laying there. After e-mailing the dealer, I was informed I wouldn't violate any warranty by installing the shield, so we vacuumed the space and I'll screw the shield to the floor using the screws already in the shield. By the way, the shield was papered with the same covering as the walls have, not the cabinet-colored covering.

2. My lovely Wife cross-checked all the serial numbers and model numbers to the appliances and equipment, and many were completely wrong. It's almost as if we had numbers from another Pod, and that could be important down the road after you've registered your Warranty Cards with incorrect data. Might be a reason to have warranty service denied.

3. Like many other users, the screws holding the beams holding the black/gray/water tanks were loose, poorly installed and two of the three beams were pulled away from the frame by about 3/16". Based on the comments I've read on this issue, when this is cited as a factor in an accident, Forest River will likely do something about it, but until then it's pretty much our problem.

4. While under the Pod looking at stuff, I noticed a bag that had been caught between the frame and the floor, apparently during the build, and it was never removed. I pulled some out and cut loose the rest.

5. There's a small hole behind the TV about the size of a large screw, as if someone tried to mount something there and didn't hit a stud. So, they moved over about an inch and tried again, but never closed or fixed that hole.

6. Screws were missing here and there in the interior. Probably came loose and dropped during transport. We'll find them and put them back.

7. One of the covers to one of the LED light fixtures had two attachment tabs broken, so it was holding in the fixture by the two remaining tabs. The Service Manager wrote he would ship another cover out ASAP.

8. While I was looking at the AC unit to cross-check the Serial Number I noticed there's quite a bit of excess (and spilled) self-leveling caulk on the roof. As I was pulling some of that off I noticed three screws stuck in caulk next to the Fantastic Fan. After a little looking around I found several screws meant to hold the fan to the roof were never installed, and the holes were not covered with caulk. Had it rained on the trip south from the dealer, I think we'd have had some leaks. I installed screws and (the day being hot) moved some of the caulk up there over to cover the screws. Another e-mail was sent to the dealer asking for a tube of caulk in order to fix this properly. No reply yet on that.

9. We installed the RDome today. It went on perfectly and works like a charm. No silicone was needed as I had seen in other posts. Perhaps the plastic attachment piece is smaller than before or the rail attached to the RPod is wider, but in any case it was fine. I did take a Dremel tool out and round the openings to the track so it would stop shaving pieces of plastic during installation. All parts were included in the bag. However, the wiring under the fender for the light blocked the track where you install the mosquito netting. I just moved it upward one inch and that was no longer a problem, but the factory supplies the RDome. Perhaps they should not block the track during construction?

10. Finally, and I like this one the best, we plugged the Pod into house power and checked our outlets. Everything was showing 123v without faults, but every time I tried to turn the Dometic Refrigerator on with 110v power, I'd get flashing fault lights and beeps. Checked the circuit breakers and fuses I could see, and nothing was out of place. Looking at the trouble-shooting portion of the manual, nothing seemed to be out of place. I went on the internet and downloaded the Service Manual for the Dometic refrigerators, and in one illustration it showed a 110v power plug plugged into an outlet. Remembering there was an outlet inside the outside panel for the refrigerator I got a flashlight and a step stool and went hunting. Our 110v power cord was coiled neatly in the back panel of the refrigerator and had never been plugged in. I uncoiled it and plugged it into the supplied outlet, and like magic the refrigerator was working on AC.

That's it, for now at least. Overall I'm still very pleased with the 171 and we'll take it on its first road trip in a little over a week. If we find more stuff, I'll update, but this post is already too long. Enjoy. Be safe.
]]> Sat, 30 Aug 2014 19:56:38 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=50791#50791 Initial Quality : I have to think that Forest River's... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=50366#50366 Author: Pod People
Subject: 5058
Posted: 19 Aug 2014 at 6:28pm

I have to think that Forest River's quality control has gone downhill since our pod was made.  We have a 2009 173 pod and are delighted with it.  We have no complaints(so far) about the quality of the components or the pod in general.  There are just the two of us and we use it primarily for long, extended trips and not so much for weekend camping.  Our last trip was 10 weeks and over 11,000 miles.

We love our pod and have done lots of mods to make it better for us.
Vann
]]> Tue, 19 Aug 2014 18:28:14 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=50366#50366 Initial Quality : Agree, tons of caulk on the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=50348#50348 Author: techntrek
Subject: 5058
Posted: 19 Aug 2014 at 12:28pm

Agree, tons of caulk on the roof is normal.  As for the rest of the fit/finish, we had almost no issues with ours.]]> Tue, 19 Aug 2014 12:28:44 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=50348#50348 Initial Quality : Originally posted by NormanHillCaulking... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=50325#50325 Author: HuronSailor
Subject: 5058
Posted: 19 Aug 2014 at 8:58am

Originally posted by NormanHill

Caulking on the roof is excessive and sloppy. Antenna base is completely covered with caulking - does this seem right?

That's normal when using self leveling sealant. The more the better. 70 MPH winds can force a lot of water where you don't want it to go real fast. That can do a lot of damage that will remain unseen until it's too late. 
]]> Tue, 19 Aug 2014 08:58:39 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5058&PID=50325#50325