R-pod Owners Forum : No Complaints! http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Warranty, Service and Recall Bulletins : No Complaints! Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 01 May 2026 11:39:50 +0000 Sat, 20 Aug 2016 22:25:29 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=7552 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ No Complaints! : Glad to hear you have had no problems.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=80801#80801 Author: par49
Subject: 7552
Posted: 20 Aug 2016 at 10:25pm

Glad to hear you have had no problems.  It will remain to be seen on the newer 2016 models.  Thanks for the input. ]]> Sat, 20 Aug 2016 22:25:29 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=80801#80801 No Complaints! : Not sure if you need white or... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=74411#74411 Author: techntrek
Subject: 7552
Posted: 04 May 2016 at 9:06pm

Not sure if you need white or off-white, but here you go:

http://www.adventurerv.net/suburban-water-heater-access-door-gal-colonial-white-radius-corner-p-5020.html?gclid=CjwKEAjwu6a5BRC53sW0w9677RcSJABoFn4sCv3UjJ9f2IzcIA1PKLb4PTGTGOTPEhUIJnN_mW23VRoCq9jw_wcB&utm_campaign=partsfeed_ppc&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=Froogle
]]> Wed, 04 May 2016 21:06:37 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=74411#74411 No Complaints! : I have a 2011 172 and my wife... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=74333#74333 Author: Stevecheuv
Subject: 7552
Posted: 03 May 2016 at 7:45pm

I have a 2011 172 and my wife lost the water heater cover on outside of camper. What are dimensions of a replacement ]]> Tue, 03 May 2016 19:45:50 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=74333#74333 No Complaints! : There are lots more good outcomes... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=72377#72377 Author: Keith-N-Dar
Subject: 7552
Posted: 31 Mar 2016 at 11:14am

There are lots more good outcomes than bad ones.  Sadly the few that have problems include a few that prefer to whine instead if working with their dealer.  They post endlessly on the internet and give false impressions to others about quality.]]> Thu, 31 Mar 2016 11:14:50 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=72377#72377 No Complaints! : Good to hear! http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=72338#72338 Author: Leo B
Subject: 7552
Posted: 30 Mar 2016 at 8:47pm

Good to hear!]]> Wed, 30 Mar 2016 20:47:55 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=72338#72338 No Complaints! : Glad to see at least some happy... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=72337#72337 Author: Hi-Line
Subject: 7552
Posted: 30 Mar 2016 at 8:32pm

Glad to see at least some happy campers! I got my 2016 179 last summer from a high-volume, reputable dealer and have had no problems...knock on wood...but I've only used it about 2 weeks to date, towed it approx. 2,000 miles with a Toyota Tundra. I love the camper! ]]> Wed, 30 Mar 2016 20:32:20 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=72337#72337 No Complaints! : Just to update my earlier post.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=72326#72326 Author: RVCouple
Subject: 7552
Posted: 30 Mar 2016 at 5:25pm

Just to update my earlier post. After another lukewarm shower, I did crawl up under the bed and turned the bypass valve. Now my water is hot enough to scald you. The hard part was getting those tiny screws loose. I used Velcro strips to fasten the cover back so it should be easy to remove when I need to winterize.]]> Wed, 30 Mar 2016 17:25:02 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=72326#72326 No Complaints! : I've been planning to check... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=71172#71172 Author: RVCouple
Subject: 7552
Posted: 13 Mar 2016 at 11:14am

I've been planning to check the valves but haven't wanted to crawl up under the bed yet. The rpod is still in the campground. Will probably do so when we bring it back home.]]> Sun, 13 Mar 2016 11:14:00 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=71172#71172 No Complaints! : Good point Charlie. If one follows... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=71135#71135 Author: jato
Subject: 7552
Posted: 12 Mar 2016 at 3:27pm

Good point Charlie.  If one follows your advice they will find that the 130 degree water is HOT enough for any ones liking.  Since we normally dry camp we usually go the propane route and believe me our water is very HOT.]]> Sat, 12 Mar 2016 15:27:08 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=71135#71135 No Complaints! : Originally posted by RVCoupleOur... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=71133#71133 Author: CharlieM
Subject: 7552
Posted: 12 Mar 2016 at 3:14pm

Originally posted by RVCouple

Our only concern is that the water doesn't get as hot as I would like.


Most warm hot water problems are due to the water heater bypass valves being set incorrectly. New Pods usually come  set that way for some reason. Check that the two outer valves are open (handles parallel to the pipes) and the middle valve is closed (perpendicular to the pipe). The WH heats to 130F which is very hot. For faster recovery the WH can run on propane and electricity simultaneously.
]]> Sat, 12 Mar 2016 15:14:14 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=71133#71133 No Complaints! : No complaints here either. Bought... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=71129#71129 Author: RVCouple
Subject: 7552
Posted: 12 Mar 2016 at 2:21pm

No complaints here either. Bought a new 179 back in October, 2015 and only used it for 3 nights on the way home from the dealer. With only the bare essentials for camping, that was not a true test so couldn't wait for spring to really try it out. Have now had it out for a longer camping experience and found no real problems even after camping through torrential rains. Everything seems to work well. Our only concern is that the water doesn't get as hot as I would like.]]> Sat, 12 Mar 2016 14:21:17 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=71129#71129 No Complaints! : We have put over 7000 miles on... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=71086#71086 Author: sailor323
Subject: 7552
Posted: 11 Mar 2016 at 9:41pm

We have put over 7000 miles on our 2016 179 since we bought it in June 2015.  We have had no problems with it to date.  We've driven on some of the most incredibly poor roads in Mexico, we've put up with wind and rain in Florida.  The only real problem we've had is that the gasket around the slide out was improperly installed, something that we noticed within days of taking possession.  Maybe we'll get it fixed when we get home.  Our only complaint has been the lack of 12V plugs.  We've installed them ourselves.
]]> Fri, 11 Mar 2016 21:41:17 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=71086#71086 No Complaints! : We have a 2012 177. We've... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=71072#71072 Author: ron_whitt
Subject: 7552
Posted: 11 Mar 2016 at 5:08pm

We have a 2012 177. We've had a spider crack fixed, door out of square, and door lock replaced. All fixed under warranty with absolutely no problems from FR or our dealer (Travel-Mor of Ottawa) I agree totally with camper bob.. Its your dealer who 98% of the time who makes or breaks how you feel about your pod.   And I 100% going to trade (if I do) for another trailer with Travel-Mor. ]]> Fri, 11 Mar 2016 17:08:02 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=71072#71072 No Complaints! : Agree about the bed! But really... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=71024#71024 Author: Leo B
Subject: 7552
Posted: 10 Mar 2016 at 4:57pm

Agree about the bed! But really enjoy our pod!]]> Thu, 10 Mar 2016 16:57:19 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=71024#71024 No Complaints! : Bob and Joyce. Great to hear how... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=71020#71020 Author: jato
Subject: 7552
Posted: 10 Mar 2016 at 4:42pm

Bob and Joyce.  Great to hear how pleased you have been with your 177.  We ordered our 177 in January 2011 and picked it up the first of March.  Like you we have been blessed with a great unit with zero problems except for 2 that were owner screw-ups.   #1  Forgetting to open the bypass and frying the hot water element - my cost to fix - $ 19.00.  #2  Boondocking on our property on Lake Michigan near Manistique (UP) Michigan and nearly tearing off the two rear stabilizers.  Bent them back and have lived with wobbly stabilizers since until a month ago, ordered two new ones at a cost of $ 85.00 on Amazon.  So apart from those two mis-haps, we are very pleased, like you.
]]> Thu, 10 Mar 2016 16:42:53 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=71020#71020 No Complaints! : A lot of it could have been the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=71016#71016 Author: TheBum
Subject: 7552
Posted: 10 Mar 2016 at 2:01pm

A lot of it could have been the dealer. Our dealer didn't like the looks of some of the trim pieces, so they ordered new ones before we took delivery. I got a call today that they've come in.]]> Thu, 10 Mar 2016 14:01:42 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=71016#71016 No Complaints! : As I posted in the past, we all... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=71015#71015 Author: Camper Bob
Subject: 7552
Posted: 10 Mar 2016 at 1:52pm

As I posted in the past, we all purchased our Pods when daily production was 1/3 of what it is today.  Our 2013 is solid as a rock.  No problems.  I wonder how much of that can be attributed to the slower production rate as well as a very capable delivering dealer.  Something to ponder.  Safe Travels.]]> Thu, 10 Mar 2016 13:52:16 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=71015#71015 No Complaints! : Always nice to see the positive... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=71010#71010 Author: kymooses
Subject: 7552
Posted: 10 Mar 2016 at 9:48am

Always nice to see the positive reviews every now and then.  Too few of us will make a post about how well our own Pods have performed or held up over the years.

Thumbs Up
]]> Thu, 10 Mar 2016 09:48:51 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=71010#71010 No Complaints! : Having read a number of threads... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7552&PID=71008#71008 Author: coopercdrkey
Subject: 7552
Posted: 10 Mar 2016 at 9:34am

Having read a number of threads documenting myriad problems with R-pod's, I thought I would give ours a report card.

2013 R177-  It must have been built on a Wednesday morning by a crew who had a nourishing breakfast, and finished after a very satisfying lunch break.  After learning how to use the Dometic fridge-  (Pre-chill on AC overnight prior to departure, switching to battery for the trip and back to AC at the campsite), and correcting the water heater valves that had been left in bypass, we have had absolutely no leaks, no fiberglass cracks or crazing, no soggy floors, no construction trash left behind any panels, etc., etc.

Our sole (constructive) criticism concerns the athwartship queen bunk.  How it can be shared by a couple is a mystery to me.  (Easily solved by making up the dinette, but if we ever upgrade it will be to a trailer with fore-and aft arrangements.  I do enjoy sleeping with my wife....)

Overall, we think our 177 has pretty much everything we need, and nothing we do not.  Thumbs up to FR on this nice little trailer!
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