R-pod Owners Forum : New Changes http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Dealer Reviews and Comments : New Changes Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Tue, 05 May 2026 22:13:16 +0000 Mon, 09 May 2016 10:32:12 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=6960 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ New Changes : Buy new, unless you are handy.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=74630#74630 Author: Retroactive
Subject: 6960
Posted: 09 May 2016 at 10:32am

Buy new, unless you are handy. The difference you would save by buying used, is not worth the grief if you have problems.]]> Mon, 09 May 2016 10:32:12 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=74630#74630 New Changes : I've pretty much determined... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=74484#74484 Author: julieboyles
Subject: 6960
Posted: 06 May 2016 at 12:32pm

I've pretty much determined that the R-pod is going to be the trailer for me (50ish, single, don't know crap about trailers, frankly). I'm into the 177 or 178 since I'll have my little grandkiddos and/or grown daughter from time to time. I'm trying to decide--new or used. I see the difference in the sink, but what's a flip toe and the riser thing you're talking about? Also, how important for someone like me to buy used and have the dealer fix everything that may be wrong, or buy 1-4 years old? Seems the difference is $1,500 or a little more per year. Decisions, decisions. Thoughts, help?]]> Fri, 06 May 2016 12:32:14 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=74484#74484 New Changes : Originally posted by jatoCheck... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=69412#69412 Author: furpod
Subject: 6960
Posted: 26 Jan 2016 at 7:21pm

Originally posted by jato

Check out the "Eurotop" mattress in the Camping World mag.  We changed out our mattress in our 2011 after our third weekend trip.  The Eurotop comes rolled up, just trash the old mattress, put the Eurotop in place, cut open the plastic and watch it unfold in front of your eyes.  And C O M F O R T A B L E  yes!  You will not be disappointed.  We still have it, now 5 years later.


We have the same, feel the same.  :)

]]> Tue, 26 Jan 2016 19:21:20 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=69412#69412 New Changes : Check out the "Eurotop"... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=69409#69409 Author: jato
Subject: 6960
Posted: 26 Jan 2016 at 3:52pm

Check out the "Eurotop" mattress in the Camping World mag.  We changed out our mattress in our 2011 after our third weekend trip.  The Eurotop comes rolled up, just trash the old mattress, put the Eurotop in place, cut open the plastic and watch it unfold in front of your eyes.  And C O M F O R T A B L E  yes!  You will not be disappointed.  We still have it, now 5 years later.]]> Tue, 26 Jan 2016 15:52:13 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=69409#69409 New Changes : Congratulations!Instead of changing... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=69407#69407 Author: StephenH
Subject: 6960
Posted: 26 Jan 2016 at 12:51pm

Congratulations!

Instead of changing out the mattress, we got a 3" memory foam topper, queen size. After I cut 5" off the end, it fit perfectly, and on our recent trip was very comfortable. It isn't the Select Comfort we have at home, but I can't afford around $1,000 for a mattress either.
]]> Tue, 26 Jan 2016 12:51:42 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=69407#69407 New Changes : The dealer where I found my 179... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=69399#69399 Author: TexanBorn
Subject: 6960
Posted: 26 Jan 2016 at 4:18am

The dealer where I found my 179 is right next to a dealer with the Winnie Drops.  It took me about 15 seconds to see the major Drop problem and did not even ask to see the inside.  The Drop spare tire is stored underneath and at the back of the trailer, it is the low point of the entire rig.  I can just see the edge of the tire being abused by steep entry ways.  I DROPPED that Droplet idea rather quickly and went right back to the Pod.  

The 2015 1/2 does still have the porcelain sink in the kitchen. (It was the display model in the dealership) The 2016 I settled on has the below sink aluminum and it makes a HUGE difference in available counterspace.  That being said, it was not a deal breaker for me if it had remained the same as ther is still a lot of that precious real estate in the 179.

My dealer only had one upholstery option on the lot, but I am not that particular as I will be adding my own personal touches to what is already there. I AM looking at other mattress options as the bed is where I will actually be spending the MOST time when I am panning and it must be comfortable all night long!
]]> Tue, 26 Jan 2016 04:18:54 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=69399#69399 New Changes : We did end up installing a Husky... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=69313#69313 Author: StephenH
Subject: 6960
Posted: 22 Jan 2016 at 9:46am

We did end up installing a Husky Brute flip foot. It isn't the automatic flip-up, but it works. However, the way our driveway slopes, I have to use it flipped up with a wood block, so it would not be good for taking a picture at this point. It was easy to install as all the holes were there in the right places to just slide it on and bolt it in place.

http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/item/husky-brute-super-foot/71259

I may shorten the extension tube by a few inches to make it more suitable for my needs, but that will be one of those "round tuit" projects. Smile
]]> Fri, 22 Jan 2016 09:46:38 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=69313#69313 New Changes : Originally posted by StephenHMy... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=69310#69310 Author: furpod
Subject: 6960
Posted: 22 Jan 2016 at 8:54am

Originally posted by StephenH

My 2016 R-179 seems to be a hybrid of old and new. It has many of the new features (risers, colors), but retains old features such as the top-mount sink and lacks the flip foot. Although it was sold to me as a 2016, the factory states that the serial number is 400 short of getting the flip foot (and, I presume, the stainless steel sink).

I am somewhat disappointed  to find out that I actually purchased a 2015 1/2 model and not a full 2016 model. Unfortunately, I did not see the 2016 brochure until after we picked up our R-Pod in December. It isn't as if we could have waited though, as we had a trip planned and a deadline to get this in order to be ready to make that trip. Other than lacking those two items, it is a very nice trailer, and I am overall pleased. Now that I have made some mods, I like it even better.


You know this now, but I will reiterate for future readers. Unlike cars, in RV's of all types and models, the "year model" and "model changes" don't happen at the same time. I don't know why not, my guess is seasonal lag in the end user matrix.. But it happens. Kymooses and us both have 2011's, but there are lots of difference between them, including outside color and graphics. Odd but true. (ours is a better floor plan though.. LOL)
]]> Fri, 22 Jan 2016 08:54:15 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=69310#69310 New Changes : My 2016 R-179 seems to be a hybrid... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=69303#69303 Author: StephenH
Subject: 6960
Posted: 21 Jan 2016 at 10:19pm

My 2016 R-179 seems to be a hybrid of old and new. It has many of the new features (risers, colors), but retains old features such as the top-mount sink and lacks the flip foot. Although it was sold to me as a 2016, the factory states that the serial number is 400 short of getting the flip foot (and, I presume, the stainless steel sink).

I am somewhat disappointed  to find out that I actually purchased a 2015 1/2 model and not a full 2016 model. Unfortunately, I did not see the 2016 brochure until after we picked up our R-Pod in December. It isn't as if we could have waited though, as we had a trip planned and a deadline to get this in order to be ready to make that trip. Other than lacking those two items, it is a very nice trailer, and I am overall pleased. Now that I have made some mods, I like it even better.
]]> Thu, 21 Jan 2016 22:19:36 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=69303#69303 New Changes : Anyone hear anything else yet... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=68396#68396 Author: podvader
Subject: 6960
Posted: 13 Dec 2015 at 11:53am

Anyone hear anything else yet on the metal garage counter?  Every 2016 I see on the internet still has the old garage layout.  Dying to see this on a 183g.]]> Sun, 13 Dec 2015 11:53:47 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=68396#68396 New Changes : Florida, I just looked at the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=68337#68337 Author: SaucyWench
Subject: 6960
Posted: 07 Dec 2015 at 10:10pm

Florida, I just looked at the Winnebago Drop brochure for their 1780WD, layout is exactly the same as the RP178 we'll be picking up Friday! Even though it looks like it weighs more and has less water capacity, and the table is a different shape, I smell lawsuit!! They even used the same number, just added a 0!]]> Mon, 07 Dec 2015 22:10:29 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=68337#68337 New Changes : Originally posted by fleurdenola I... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=67819#67819 Author: kymooses
Subject: 6960
Posted: 13 Nov 2015 at 8:33pm

Originally posted by fleurdenola

I am trying to get some more information from an axle perspective on the 2016 179 I am looking at purchasing.  It's on a dealer lot right now and does have the stainless steel under-mount sink with the flush sink cover you mention.  What I can't figure out is, does it have the new axle? Does anyone know how to determine if it does vs. if it has the old axle and I will need to install risers?

I did find a post on the rPod by Forest River Facebook page from November 3 that talks about this very axle change, but someone asked if it's on ALL 2016 models, or only certain ones and received no reply.

If it has the other new features it also has the new axle you are good to go!
]]> Fri, 13 Nov 2015 20:33:22 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=67819#67819 New Changes : Look at the Winnebago drop .... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=67812#67812 Author: Florida
Subject: 6960
Posted: 13 Nov 2015 at 5:33pm

Look at the Winnebago drop . Looks like the rpod but way cooler exterior colors. ]]> Fri, 13 Nov 2015 17:33:25 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=67812#67812 New Changes : I am trying to get some more... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=67810#67810 Author: fleurdenola
Subject: 6960
Posted: 13 Nov 2015 at 4:39pm

I am trying to get some more information from an axle perspective on the 2016 179 I am looking at purchasing.  It's on a dealer lot right now and does have the stainless steel under-mount sink with the flush sink cover you mention.  What I can't figure out is, does it have the new axle? Does anyone know how to determine if it does vs. if it has the old axle and I will need to install risers?

I did find a post on the rPod by Forest River Facebook page from November 3 that talks about this very axle change, but someone asked if it's on ALL 2016 models, or only certain ones and received no reply.
]]> Fri, 13 Nov 2015 16:39:13 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=67810#67810 New Changes : I am ordering a new rpod 178 for... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=65958#65958 Author: candl
Subject: 6960
Posted: 15 Sep 2015 at 1:01pm

I am ordering a new rpod 178 for the spring of 2016. I was informed that Forest River has made some changes. They have discontinued the colors java and pebble. They have replaced it with latte and sea glass. The color slate will remain. Also there will be a under counter mount stainless steel sink with a flush sink cover. Also there is no more riser option. They have made a 3inch axle adjustment. They have added new marker lights on the fenders. Last there is a flip toe on the front jack stand.]]> Tue, 15 Sep 2015 13:01:59 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=6960&PID=65958#65958