R-pod Owners Forum : New to it all!! http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : New to it all!! Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sun, 03 May 2026 12:08:14 +0000 Sat, 07 Mar 2015 20:02:38 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=5858 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ New to it all!! : Thanks everyone,Went to the dealer... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57559#57559 Author: JC15
Subject: 5858
Posted: 07 Mar 2015 at 8:02pm

Thanks everyone, 
Went to the dealer today to "check on" my pod! Can hardly wait to pick it up!
After talking it over, I think I am going to go with the sway bar, but will shop around for one as the dealer's prices aren't that great. 


]]> Sat, 07 Mar 2015 20:02:38 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57559#57559 New to it all!! : Even with larger TVs a WDH will... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57554#57554 Author: techntrek
Subject: 5858
Posted: 07 Mar 2015 at 4:41pm

Even with larger TVs a WDH will improve the ride quality.  When we bought our Suburban I tried with and w/o and decided to keep using it.]]> Sat, 07 Mar 2015 16:41:01 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57554#57554 New to it all!! : I had the dealer tell me the same... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57542#57542 Author: IL-Podders
Subject: 5858
Posted: 07 Mar 2015 at 10:50am

I had the dealer tell me the same thing.  He recommended the anti-sway but discouraged me from getting the WDH.  I thought that was strange since it was a bigger sale for him.  We pick our unit up the end of the month so we'll see.
We are anxious to get podding.  
]]> Sat, 07 Mar 2015 10:50:45 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57542#57542 New to it all!! : Recently replace a 2005 Tahoe... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57540#57540 Author: Camper Bob
Subject: 5858
Posted: 07 Mar 2015 at 9:07am

Recently replace a 2005 Tahoe with which we towed our 171 over 15K miles. Although with the longer wheelbase and weight of the TV you probably won't need a WD hitch. That being said, I did find an anti-sway device to make life a little easier while towing. Good luck with your new toy. Safe Travels.]]> Sat, 07 Mar 2015 09:07:43 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57540#57540 New to it all!! : Thanks for the advice Mountainrev.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57539#57539 Author: JC15
Subject: 5858
Posted: 07 Mar 2015 at 8:19am

Thanks for the advice Mountainrev.  The dealer did say similar thing about the anti-sway bar and my friend said that its an easy add-on to do.    

]]> Sat, 07 Mar 2015 08:19:44 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57539#57539 New to it all!! : If you're going to be gone... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57533#57533 Author: Mountainrev
Subject: 5858
Posted: 06 Mar 2015 at 12:48pm

If you're going to be gone 3 to 4 days max, and mainly (or at least, frequently) staying at national parks, my opinion is you won't need a generator.  I believe two batteries (group 24?) should give you four days of careful battery use. 

New Pods come with LED lighting, which helps on the battery use.  The biggest drain is the furnace, so use it sparingly.  If you need A/C, most generators won't run the A/C, at least without modification (from what I'm told--never tried it, and don't often need A/C).  And besides, most national parks restrict generator usage.  Some don't allow them, while others restrict the time when you can run them.  You could recharge your batteries via your tow vehicle, if you need to.

As far as electric tongue jack, I've personally never seen the need for one.  Raising the tongue with the factory crank is not hard, at least for this 50-something, anyway.  But you can always go with the cordless drill adapter for cranking up the tongue, as well as the stabilizers.

Finally, you state you don't think you'll need a WDH with your Tahoe, which is probably correct (although some may say you'd benefit from one).  But you likely will want to consider an anti-sway bar.  The Pod wiggles enough at highway speeds, especially when semis pass you (and yes, get used to being passed by semis, since you probably won't be towing above 60 or 65 mph).
]]> Fri, 06 Mar 2015 12:48:28 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57533#57533 New to it all!! : Thanks Grandpa Hiker!!I almost... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57532#57532 Author: JC15
Subject: 5858
Posted: 06 Mar 2015 at 12:24pm

Thanks Grandpa Hiker!!
I almost did the drive to Ohio but settled on Reines RV is Manassas, VA.  They couldn't meet the price but came close enough to deter me from making the drive. 
I'm towing with 2014 Tahoe that came with Tow Package and was told I didn't need WDH or sway bar. 

]]> Fri, 06 Mar 2015 12:24:07 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57532#57532 New to it all!! : JC15,Welcome from southern Virginia!!I'll... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57531#57531 Author: Grandpa Hiker
Subject: 5858
Posted: 06 Mar 2015 at 12:10pm

JC15,
Welcome from southern Virginia!!

 I'll be going to Ohio in a few weeks to pickup my 179 (Piddle Pod).

I am seriously considering adding an electric tongue jack because I will be using a WDH. So that means when I hookup I will be jacking up both the Pod & my TV.  
]]> Fri, 06 Mar 2015 12:10:44 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57531#57531 New to it all!! : Hey All,I'm 2 weeks away... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57530#57530 Author: JC15
Subject: 5858
Posted: 06 Mar 2015 at 11:51am

Hey All, 
I'm 2 weeks away from taking delivery! Thankfully I pushed it out from this Monday to the 20th!!
I have a few questions. I know there are several threads about must haves, but I'll be doing a lot some solo rving and and planning on hitting quite  a few national parks.  I've already added extra battery with disconnect, but I'm now thinking a generator is a must.  I'll be going 3-4 days max and will be "working from pod"  in locations that I can get good cellular.  I'm going back to the dealer this weekend to visit my pod and also make sure we are all on the same page as far as what's being added prior to delivery.  So in addition to the extra batteries, should I consider electric Jack? Generator?  
]]> Fri, 06 Mar 2015 11:51:31 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57530#57530 New to it all!! : Congrats ans Welcome http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57036#57036 Author: Pod4Two
Subject: 5858
Posted: 21 Feb 2015 at 11:32pm

Congrats ans Welcome ]]> Sat, 21 Feb 2015 23:32:50 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57036#57036 New to it all!! : Welcome. http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57022#57022 Author: techntrek
Subject: 5858
Posted: 21 Feb 2015 at 7:01pm

Welcome.]]> Sat, 21 Feb 2015 19:01:26 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57022#57022 New to it all!! : Congrats! Welcome to the group!!... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57015#57015 Author: Leo B
Subject: 5858
Posted: 21 Feb 2015 at 1:35pm

Congrats! Welcome to the group!!]]> Sat, 21 Feb 2015 13:35:14 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57015#57015 New to it all!! : Hi All,After 3 years of driving... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=5858&PID=57012#57012 Author: JC15
Subject: 5858
Posted: 21 Feb 2015 at 1:17pm

Hi All, 
After 3 years of driving my friends and family (and maybe myself) crazy.  I finally did it!  Put down a deposit on a 2015 182G.  I used to go rv-ing growing up and am excited to get back into it.  
Will do a few local overnight trips in March but am looking forward to attending some of the upcoming events out here on the East Coast.  I will probably have a thousand questions!

Jen

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