R-pod Owners Forum : Rpod 178 Newbies http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : Rpod 178 Newbies Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 01 May 2026 08:06:30 +0000 Sat, 01 Nov 2014 11:42:25 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=5494 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Rpod 178 Newbies : Go Suns! Sorry about last night,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53553#53553 Author: rptoad warrior
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Posted: 01 Nov 2014 at 11:42am

Go Suns! Sorry about last night, looks like the Spurs got "tricked".....couldn't resist! Tongue]]> Sat, 01 Nov 2014 11:42:25 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53553#53553 Rpod 178 Newbies : I just want to say thanks for... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53509#53509 Author: rpodbend
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Posted: 31 Oct 2014 at 12:13pm

I just want to say thanks for all the great input!
Loren 
]]> Fri, 31 Oct 2014 12:13:50 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53509#53509 Rpod 178 Newbies : We also have an F150 with a V8.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53466#53466 Author: ChinookPod
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Posted: 30 Oct 2014 at 8:30pm

We also have an F150 with a V8. Our truck has a tow package, and the manual states that the electronic traction control of the truck will actívate to help control sway in the tráiler. I don't know what the "Heavy Duty Tow Package" in Fords includes. That said, we use sway bars/spring bars, which really helps to reduce "porpoising", and because we frequently have high winds. We only tow without sway bars towing to and from our storage location with an unloaded tráiler.]]> Thu, 30 Oct 2014 20:30:08 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53466#53466 Rpod 178 Newbies : As some others have said, You... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53456#53456 Author: Pod People
Subject: 5494
Posted: 30 Oct 2014 at 5:28pm

As some others have said, You may not need both weight distribution and sway control, but you will appreciate both once you have towed on a windy day or passing 18 wheelers.  I have towed our Pod over 20,000 miles -I wouldn't be without my Equalizer.  I have weighed the truck(Expedition EL) with and without the Pod while fully loaded.  the weight distribution hitch does transfer some of the weight to the front axle of the Expedition, keeping the rear from sagging. the sway bars make towing a lot easier and less stressful.

I highly recommend the Equalizer 600/6000unit.  Read the installation instructions and set it up properly-you will not be sorry for the extra $$$ spent. I think you will have a smoother and safer towing experience.

Vann 


]]> Thu, 30 Oct 2014 17:28:04 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53456#53456 Rpod 178 Newbies : rpodbend, there aremultiple... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53442#53442 Author: techntrek
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Posted: 30 Oct 2014 at 2:13pm

rpodbend, there are multiple types of sway and weight distribution systems, some don't do anything for sway, some dampen it, some prevent it.  One is the sway bar, which only dampens sway and does nothing related to weight distribution.  Another is a weight distribution hitch (WDH) which does not include sway control, you need to also use a sway bar to help control sway.  Then there are WDHs which include sway control as part of their design, like the Equalizer or E2.  Finally there are WDHs which have active sway prevention, like the Reese Dual-Cam.]]> Thu, 30 Oct 2014 14:13:00 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53442#53442 Rpod 178 Newbies : Originally posted by rpodbendThanks... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53433#53433 Author: Podster
Subject: 5494
Posted: 30 Oct 2014 at 11:49am

Originally posted by rpodbend

Thanks Cliff
Do you have a weight distribution hitch on yours?
Loren 
Yes, but I needed it to extend my hitch capacity from 3k to 6k and TW capacity from 300lb to 600lb per the hitch manufacture specs. I also have double friction sway bars. So far, I have towed over 2000 miles and it is rock solid. You may not need it on a nice commerce blue sky beautiful fall day. But you may wish you had it on wet, stormy, wind gusting, truck bow wave bouncing crappy day. Smile  An updated set-up is referred to as E2 and includes a double cam spring bar action to prevent sway. 
]]> Thu, 30 Oct 2014 11:49:49 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53433#53433 Rpod 178 Newbies : Hope to see you out there from... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53430#53430 Author: seanr46
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Posted: 30 Oct 2014 at 11:22am

Hope to see you out there from another podder in Bend, we got a 179 first of October. Purchased from All seasons RV.  ]]> Thu, 30 Oct 2014 11:22:05 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53430#53430 Rpod 178 Newbies : Thanks CliffDo you have a weight... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53423#53423 Author: rpodbend
Subject: 5494
Posted: 30 Oct 2014 at 10:18am

Thanks Cliff
Do you have a weight distribution hitch on yours?
Loren 
]]> Thu, 30 Oct 2014 10:18:33 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53423#53423 Rpod 178 Newbies : thanks all for information.Do... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53422#53422 Author: rpodbend
Subject: 5494
Posted: 30 Oct 2014 at 10:17am

thanks all for information.
Do you think a weight distribution hitch helps out swaying?  I haven't even picked it up yet but with advise from you guys I am thinking I'll put one on.
thanks
Loren 
]]> Thu, 30 Oct 2014 10:17:23 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53422#53422 Rpod 178 Newbies : Hello from San Antonio! I know... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53420#53420 Author: Podster
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Posted: 30 Oct 2014 at 10:02am

Hello from San Antonio! I know something about Oregonians, since I used to be one! Go Trail Blazers...I mean go SPURS! Congratulations on your new 178. We just finished a week long trip and loved it!]]> Thu, 30 Oct 2014 10:02:47 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53420#53420 Rpod 178 Newbies : We bought our 178 in June. Tow... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53415#53415 Author: Puck Podders
Subject: 5494
Posted: 30 Oct 2014 at 9:20am

We bought our 178 in June. Tow it with a Sierra small 8 with WDH and sway bars. Put a lift kit on the Pod and when driving I keep looking back to make sure it is still there. Wink Works extremely well.]]> Thu, 30 Oct 2014 09:20:19 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53415#53415 Rpod 178 Newbies : Welcome. Check out the Roundups... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53414#53414 Author: Camper Bob
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Posted: 30 Oct 2014 at 8:42am

Welcome. Check out the Roundups for next year. Possibly you may join us in August. Safe Travels.]]> Thu, 30 Oct 2014 08:42:15 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53414#53414 Rpod 178 Newbies : Welcome. At the very least... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53410#53410 Author: techntrek
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Posted: 30 Oct 2014 at 8:09am

Welcome.  At the very least you should get a sway bar.  They are cheap.  However, even with a heavy-dity TV a WDH will give you a better ride and better control under extreme conditions.]]> Thu, 30 Oct 2014 08:09:36 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53410#53410 Rpod 178 Newbies : With the F150 you fall in the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53396#53396 Author: CharlieM
Subject: 5494
Posted: 29 Oct 2014 at 8:18pm

With the F150 you fall in the category of "don't really need it, but might want it." Good luck on your trip home.]]> Wed, 29 Oct 2014 20:18:10 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53396#53396 Rpod 178 Newbies : Well, here we go! We Take delivery... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5494&PID=53387#53387 Author: rpodbend
Subject: 5494
Posted: 29 Oct 2014 at 6:58pm

Well, here we go!  We Take delivery on it tomorrow!  Will be hauling it with an F 150 (v8).  I am curious if anyone advises a weight distribution hitch and or the sway bar? 

 Folks at dealership advised not to worry about it at this time.

Will be enjoying this gem!  First new rv we have purchased.

So, Hello to all
Loren 
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