R-pod Owners Forum : Proud Owners of a 2017 Rpod 176T! http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : Proud Owners of a 2017 Rpod 176T! Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Mon, 04 May 2026 16:29:44 +0000 Fri, 22 Apr 2016 17:49:03 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=7794 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Proud Owners of a 2017 Rpod 176T! : This is the best WDH-adjustment... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7794&PID=73648#73648 Author: techntrek
Subject: 7794
Posted: 22 Apr 2016 at 5:49pm

This is the best WDH-adjustment tutorial I've seen. I used it to dial in my Dual Cam: http://www.rv.net/FORUM/index.cfm/fuseaction/thread/tid/17730894.cfm]]> Fri, 22 Apr 2016 17:49:03 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7794&PID=73648#73648 Proud Owners of a 2017 Rpod 176T! : Originally posted by David You'll... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7794&PID=73608#73608 Author: StephenH
Subject: 7794
Posted: 21 Apr 2016 at 2:28pm

Originally posted by David


You'll likely hear some noises from time to time. Anti-sway is achieved by the friction between the bars and brackets. You may also hear an occasional "clunk" as the hitch head moves around in the receiver.


I recommend a hitch tightener such as the StowAway.
http://www.amazon.com/StowAway-Cargo-Carriers-20-6-Tightener/dp/B0001CMUV4?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00

There are other options, but something that tightens the connection between the hitch shank and the receiver will eliminate the "clunk." I found it to be quieter overall as well.

I also recommend the HitchGrip. It makes moving the heavy hitch head easier.
http://www.amazon.com/HitchGrip-HG712-Orange-Hitch-Coupling/dp/B00HSO37B0?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00
]]> Thu, 21 Apr 2016 14:28:28 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7794&PID=73608#73608 Proud Owners of a 2017 Rpod 176T! : +1 on David's comments.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7794&PID=73598#73598 Author: CharlieM
Subject: 7794
Posted: 21 Apr 2016 at 10:44am

+1 on David's comments. My advice on E2s, or any WDH, is Read, Understand, Setup. When the dealer says "no problem", you may have a problem. The final setup should be made and checked with the trailer loaded for camping including batteries and full propane tanks. Normally there's no need to disconnect the bars when backing up, but your case it might be beneficial entering you driveway. Bending the TV/TT combination that occurs when you back up or enter a steep incline puts a lot of stress on the bars, associated brackets, and trailer frame.  It doesn't hurt to disconnect the bars before entering the dip at the bottom of a steep driveway. ]]> Thu, 21 Apr 2016 10:44:30 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7794&PID=73598#73598 Proud Owners of a 2017 Rpod 176T! : Congratulations! I would... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7794&PID=73597#73597 Author: Guests
Subject: 7794
Posted: 21 Apr 2016 at 9:22am


Congratulations!

I would recommend checking the set up of the hitch, that was done by the dealer. Here is the manual/instructions, in case you did not get them:

Fastway E2

Getting it set up properly is key.

I have the 600/6000 round bar model. As stated in the instructions, there is no "perfect" set up. I adjusted mine based upon typical loading. Sometimes the trailer is lighter or heavier but, not so much so as to drastically change how it tows. I've not felt a need to re-adjust it.

You'll likely hear some noises from time to time. Anti-sway is achieved by the friction between the bars and brackets. You may also hear an occasional "clunk" as the hitch head moves around in the receiver.]]> Thu, 21 Apr 2016 09:22:47 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7794&PID=73597#73597 Proud Owners of a 2017 Rpod 176T! : Congrats on your new pod! http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7794&PID=73596#73596 Author: Leo B
Subject: 7794
Posted: 21 Apr 2016 at 8:49am

Congrats on your new pod!]]> Thu, 21 Apr 2016 08:49:18 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7794&PID=73596#73596 Proud Owners of a 2017 Rpod 176T! : We took delivery of our RPod yesterday...very... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7794&PID=73595#73595 Author: Espo05
Subject: 7794
Posted: 21 Apr 2016 at 8:35am

We took delivery of our RPod yesterday...very fitting for Earth Day Smile. Love the new layout...bigger bunks were definitely a hit with our children and the pantry space  is great to have as well.  We had a good drive home...we did have the Fastway Hitch installed, but I was still a nervous wreck...our install tech had never installed this particular hitch.  He seemed to extensive knowledge on hitches, just never installed the Fastway.  Didn't make me feel 100% confident Confused. I mentioned something about having to reconfiguration the bars and the like once we add weight to the trailer and he said no, it's all set .....?????ummmm...perhaps I am not fully understanding how the WDH works, but pretty sure you have to take measurements and realign once you add weight to the trailer...right?

Biggest issue was getting into our driveway...we live on gravel road, up a hill in a culdesac...add in a driveway which is on a hill...luckily flat on top for storing it (for now).  Thanks to some reading we did here...we managed to pull up into our neighbors driveway than back it up and swing it up ours...took a few times, but my husband did a a great job!  Was a little nervous with the popping soundsthe angles at times,  and the low hanging cable line, but it's currently sitting next to our garage...phew!

Now to the fun part (after we learn more/double check the WDH and sway)...getting it all set up and ready to camp!
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