R-pod Owners Forum : New Member http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : New Member Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Mon, 04 May 2026 17:37:11 +0000 Wed, 13 Apr 2016 06:26:18 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=7737 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ New Member : Originally posted by DawgLadyI... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7737&PID=73128#73128 Author: Patriot Dave
Subject: 7737
Posted: 13 Apr 2016 at 6:26am

Originally posted by DawgLady

I purchased my 2016 R-180 a month ago and have made 2 short trips to learn how to work everything. I am a widow and fulfilling a life time dream. Planning a month long trip in July out west and traveling back roads. So far I love my "Lizzy" and sure I will have questions as I branch out.                                                                                                                                                                                                          Sara from South Georgia


Welcome and Good For You.
Summer is coming so get out there and enjoy the day God has made.]]> Wed, 13 Apr 2016 06:26:18 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7737&PID=73128#73128 New Member : Once you learn it, it's not... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7737&PID=73090#73090 Author: TheBum
Subject: 7737
Posted: 12 Apr 2016 at 1:53pm

Once you learn it, it's not easily forgotten, at least not completely. I was amazed at how much skill I've retained with regard to backing a trailer, considering I hadn't done it for about 30 years before a month ago. I still start the turns backwards sometimes, but once I correct, I do OK.]]> Tue, 12 Apr 2016 13:53:42 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7737&PID=73090#73090 New Member : I usually go each spring and make... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7737&PID=73086#73086 Author: Leo B
Subject: 7737
Posted: 12 Apr 2016 at 12:45pm

I usually go each spring and make a few practice runs down at our Mall parking lot.]]> Tue, 12 Apr 2016 12:45:32 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7737&PID=73086#73086 New Member : Thank you http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7737&PID=73082#73082 Author: DawgLady
Subject: 7737
Posted: 12 Apr 2016 at 11:29am

Thank you]]> Tue, 12 Apr 2016 11:29:45 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7737&PID=73082#73082 New Member : When you practice take a friend... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7737&PID=73079#73079 Author: Craneman
Subject: 7737
Posted: 12 Apr 2016 at 10:34am

When you practice take a friend with you to be a spotter , when possible you should use one. No one was born knowing how to back a trailer, I learned when I was young on the farm, but it does take practice

         Moe
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Subject: 7737
Posted: 12 Apr 2016 at 8:24am

Welcome to the group !]]> Tue, 12 Apr 2016 08:24:37 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7737&PID=73068#73068 New Member : Thanks for the advice. Will be... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7737&PID=73064#73064 Author: DawgLady
Subject: 7737
Posted: 12 Apr 2016 at 8:14am

Thanks for the advice. Will be finding a parking lot to practice before July!!]]> Tue, 12 Apr 2016 08:14:17 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7737&PID=73064#73064 New Member : Originally posted by DawgLadyMy... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7737&PID=73062#73062 Author: Guests
Subject: 7737
Posted: 12 Apr 2016 at 8:07am

Originally posted by DawgLady

My biggest concern right now is being able to back this thing into a campground site without being embarrassed or having to ask someone to do it for me Angry


Welcome to the forum!

As mentioned, practice in an empty parking lot helps. I have been backing these things up for decades. Still, it is rare that I get it perfect on the first try - anywhere. Don't be too hard on yourself. Decide to enjoy the experience as part of chasing your dream.]]> Tue, 12 Apr 2016 08:07:34 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7737&PID=73062#73062 New Member : Great video Marco. Take your pod... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7737&PID=73057#73057 Author: jato
Subject: 7737
Posted: 12 Apr 2016 at 4:59am

Great video Marco.  Take your pod with your vehicle and practice in a wide open area.  For us we have 20 acres so no problem getting embarrassed.  But even if you don't have vacant land available near you there probably is a large parking lot you can practice in somewhere close by.  Practice, practice, practice, you will be an expert before you know it.  The one tip I have heard mentioned many times on this forum is to put your hand at the top of the steering wheel.  Move your hand clockwise to the right and the trailer will move to the right, as you view it from behind.  Go left, counterclockwise and your pod will go left.  Approve
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Subject: 7737
Posted: 11 Apr 2016 at 11:12pm

Slow and steady!  We're rookies this year too, and are also heading west in early July.  Maybe we'll see you in our travels Smile  I found a pretty good video on youtube about backing up - it might help you, too:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lzlOfBGr1i4

Happy travels!
]]> Mon, 11 Apr 2016 23:12:06 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7737&PID=73047#73047 New Member : My biggest concern right now is... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7737&PID=73046#73046 Author: DawgLady
Subject: 7737
Posted: 11 Apr 2016 at 11:01pm

My biggest concern right now is being able to back this thing into a campground site without being embarrassed or having to ask someone to do it for me Angry]]> Mon, 11 Apr 2016 23:01:57 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7737&PID=73046#73046 New Member : Good for you! Enjoy your trip... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7737&PID=73045#73045 Author: jato
Subject: 7737
Posted: 11 Apr 2016 at 10:15pm

Good for you!  Enjoy your trip in July.  The great thing about this forum is that if you do have questions about your 180 there will be others who have "been there already" that will have an answer for your questions.]]> Mon, 11 Apr 2016 22:15:28 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7737&PID=73045#73045 New Member : I purchased my 2016 R-180 a month... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7737&PID=73044#73044 Author: DawgLady
Subject: 7737
Posted: 11 Apr 2016 at 10:06pm

I purchased my 2016 R-180 a month ago and have made 2 short trips to learn how to work everything. I am a widow and fulfilling a life time dream. Planning a month long trip in July out west and traveling back roads. So far I love my "Lizzy" and sure I will have questions as I branch out.                                                                                                                                                                                                          Sara from South Georgia



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