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R-pod Owners Forum : New rpod 179 http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : New rpod 179 Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:17:56 +0000 Sun, 09 Nov 2014 20:43:02 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=5518 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ New rpod 179 : Originally posted by GrayotterWe... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53874#53874 Author: kylekai
Subject: 5518
Posted: 09 Nov 2014 at 8:43pm

Originally posted by Grayotter

We bought our 179 3 months ago. Didn't need an extra bed, so gave the table to Goodwill and bought a portable roll up aluminum table as a replacement. Much easier to store and move around.

Happy Trails...

Gar

Do you happen to have a picture of your table, or maybe a web site about it?

Thanks!

]]> Sun, 09 Nov 2014 20:43:02 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53874#53874 New rpod 179 : Thanks to all. I was getting a... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53857#53857 Author: bearclaw68
Subject: 5518
Posted: 09 Nov 2014 at 3:46pm

Thanks to all. I was getting a little frustrated. Probably more to come. But I am learning the power of the forum.

]]> Sun, 09 Nov 2014 15:46:42 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53857#53857 New rpod 179 : Congrats on new 179. We bought... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53851#53851 Author: RescapePod
Subject: 5518
Posted: 09 Nov 2014 at 1:40pm

Congrats on new 179. We bought ours inWV recently and love it. My input on your questios. Table: there is a discussion on here about this. My is 1 in to high but we currently use only queen bed. TV Att.: it is omni directional and does not need to move. There is a single booster. Small button on plate where cable connects. Lights up when pushed in. My battery is a interstate. I would not worry about it unless you are going to do lots of dry camping soon. If so I would consider upgrading to 2 6volts for the power capacity. ]]> Sun, 09 Nov 2014 13:40:58 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53851#53851 New rpod 179 : We bought our 179 3 months ago.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53848#53848 Author: Grayotter
Subject: 5518
Posted: 09 Nov 2014 at 11:14am

We bought our 179 3 months ago. Didn't need an extra bed, so gave the table to Goodwill and bought a portable roll up aluminum table as a replacement. Much easier to store and move around.

Happy Trails...

Gar

]]> Sun, 09 Nov 2014 11:14:47 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53848#53848 New rpod 179 : Congrats on the new 179. The fun... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53842#53842 Author: Luv2Q
Subject: 5518
Posted: 09 Nov 2014 at 10:23am

Congrats on the new 179. The fun begins! And, on your questions, you're about to experience the power of the forum. The "search" function can become your new best friend. On batteries, for example, you'll find a huge amount of info on selection, care & feeding. (And, yes, 2 6-volts is a good choice.)

Again, congratulations and I hope you find years of enjoyment ahead.

]]> Sun, 09 Nov 2014 10:23:47 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53842#53842 New rpod 179 : Well we got the new 179 home in... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53837#53837 Author: bearclaw68
Subject: 5518
Posted: 08 Nov 2014 at 10:21pm

Well we got the new 179 home in the driveway.were 7 in too tall for the carport.

I'll figure it out. But I have lots of how to questions. Does the TV antenna move for reception? Ideas on satellite systems? Dinette does not fit level for bed making. Dealer had no clue. Is it supposed to make into a bed? Cushions on table are about 3 inches too high and slide off. The guy doing the walk thru said I should get a better battery system as the battery was low quality. Two 6 volts? I know these are question for the dealer. I'm just trying to get as much info as possible before I call. I'm feeling pretty stupid about now.]]> Sat, 08 Nov 2014 22:21:06 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53837#53837 New rpod 179 : Picked up our 2015 179 in Sept... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53684#53684 Author: eray
Subject: 5518
Posted: 05 Nov 2014 at 9:59am

Picked up our 2015 179 in Sept from Beacon RV in St Joseph Mo. His deal was in line with Couch. We bought our 173 from Couch. Long drive but saved big $. Couldn't find comparable prices in CO. This time we were already going to Lake of the Ozark's for a golf outing so it worked out great. We love our 179 we had to put it away for the winter but plan on longer trips next Spring. I agree that you need to have a good walk thru.. We didn't this time and FR does not offer a manual with specific info for the r-pod but it gives you the basics. I took notes the first time with my 173. Learn about winterizing (if you need it). Had bad sensors for black and grey water, had it fixed when got home and FR paid with no problems. Put a mirror in the top pantry door, added a couple hooks for dish towels, made a spice rack by the stove, shelves on a pole (walmart) in the bathroom, and another in corner over the little sink. Found out that the wiring for solar is just a direct hook up to the battery so got a connector that fits and it works with my Harbor Freight 45 watt system with controller. May upgrade later. Good travels. Ray ]]> Wed, 05 Nov 2014 09:59:42 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53684#53684 New rpod 179 : Cool. Stopping in Atwater on our... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53680#53680 Author: bearclaw68
Subject: 5518
Posted: 04 Nov 2014 at 10:43pm

Cool. Stopping in Atwater on our way down to Fresno tomorrow. Hope this goes well, now that I'm signed up.]]> Tue, 04 Nov 2014 22:43:44 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53680#53680 New rpod 179 : I'm just a little down the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53679#53679 Author: JStrube
Subject: 5518
Posted: 04 Nov 2014 at 10:17pm

I'm just a little down the road from you in Atwater. From Modesto originally.]]> Tue, 04 Nov 2014 22:17:18 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53679#53679 New rpod 179 : Wow my wife is from Fresno and... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53673#53673 Author: RescapePod
Subject: 5518
Posted: 04 Nov 2014 at 3:28pm

Wow my wife is from Fresno and will love to hear you bought a POD there. We are in WV (my hometown) and just bought a 179 here. We love it ! Been out twice. As suggested get all systems checked out at the dealer. Plan on 2 hours and ask lots of questions and take notes. One thing that got us was the Hot Water tank bypass was open allowing cold water to mix with the hot coming out of the tank and making water lukewarm at best. That bypass needs closed and the inlet cold open and outlet hot open to work correct.]]> Tue, 04 Nov 2014 15:28:29 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53673#53673 New rpod 179 : My suggestion is to have them... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53667#53667 Author: Leo B
Subject: 5518
Posted: 04 Nov 2014 at 2:39pm

My suggestion is to have them give you a really good walk thru. Have them turn everything on ( fridge in the electric,battery and gas modes, A/C,heater.fan stove, micro wave. run the water, use the slide, turn on the tv and entertainment center etc.

If you have a camera with a video, video the way he starts thing like the a/c heater and stuff so you can play things back later cause you can only remember so much.

We really love our 179 and just got back from a 37 day trip it was great!!

]]> Tue, 04 Nov 2014 14:39:42 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53667#53667 New rpod 179 : They came real close to Midwest... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53663#53663 Author: bearclaw68
Subject: 5518
Posted: 04 Nov 2014 at 12:33pm

They came real close to Midwest prices(Couch and another in Iowa. They started off a little slick but I was back and forth for about a month and they seemed to mellow out. Only 90 miles from me in Modesto. I think they were convinced I was ready to go back east. I think I would have too. We'll see after I pick up tomorrow.

]]> Tue, 04 Nov 2014 12:33:12 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53663#53663 New rpod 179 : I almost bought my 179 from Toyhaulers... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53662#53662 Author: kylekai
Subject: 5518
Posted: 04 Nov 2014 at 12:16pm

I almost bought my 179 from Toyhaulers in Fresno, but they seemed a little too slick for me. Plus they're a 400 mile drive. How were they? OK dealership?

As to what to ask, I wrote myself a list of questions and brought the list. It helps. Ask anything and everything because you may not be able to ask when at a campground.

]]> Tue, 04 Nov 2014 12:16:09 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53662#53662 New rpod 179 : After a brief affair with the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5518&PID=53661#53661 Author: bearclaw68
Subject: 5518
Posted: 04 Nov 2014 at 11:09am

After a brief affair with the 176t(loved the tent), we decided on the 179. Extra counter space in rear kitchen and lots of cupboard space finally won us over. We pick up tomorrow at Toyhaulers in Fresno Ca. Nervous (what questions to ask?), and excited. North to Alaska in June after a few shakedown trips.

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