R-pod Owners Forum : New owners of a 180

R-pod Owners Forum : New owners of a 180 http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : New owners of a 180 Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Mon, 04 May 2026 16:28:37 +0000 Wed, 25 May 2016 18:38:40 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=7868 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ New owners of a 180 : Good tips! http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75838#75838 Author: Leo B
Subject: 7868
Posted: 25 May 2016 at 6:38pm

Good tips!]]> Wed, 25 May 2016 18:38:40 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75838#75838 New owners of a 180 : Hi Jack and Janet! Thanks for... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75835#75835 Author: Trotwood
Subject: 7868
Posted: 25 May 2016 at 6:06pm

Hi Jack and Janet! Thanks for the tip about the gray water tank. It didn't take me too long to come to the same conclusion, that the gray water fills up pretty fast compared to black. We did as we said we would, took it up the road 30 miles to a campground, plugged in, tried everything out. I have to say that all the systems worked as good or better than expected. I plugged in to 15 amp outlet at home before we left to cool down the fridge. I put a small thermometer in it to monitor. It was down to 40 F within a few hours. I stretched out my shower a little just to see how well the hot water would recover, and although I didn't measure anything, it was way better than expected. Pretty impressed with the little R-Pod so far. The lady who ran the campground walked down after we checked in because she "wanted to take a photo of your cute little camper."

To all the other new 180 owners, have fun learning! In the one night we stayed at a campground, I've concluded that campground types are a friendly lot generally speaking, and are usually happy to advise you if you have questions. I introduced myself to some of the unsuspecting neighbors and they provided lots of useful info.

Been out tinkering with it in the driveway all day today. I put a screen mirroring device on the HDTV so now we can mirror our phones to the screen. If you have a subscription to any online content, it's a good way to get it displayed in your camper. (Wife and I love baseball and subscribe to mlb.) I also installed a small lock box in the cupboard above the stove. If anyone is interested, I found one at Cabella's that fits net-net with the sides of the cupboard. If you're out hiking or something, you could store your valuables, wallets, or anything else you might want to make more secure.

Danny and Sandy

]]> Wed, 25 May 2016 18:06:07 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75835#75835 New owners of a 180 : I'm another new 180 owner.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75765#75765 Author: Jewel59
Subject: 7868
Posted: 24 May 2016 at 8:22pm

I'm another new 180 owner. I picked mine up tomorrow. I bought a new 2016 because I got a great deal! I will be using the Rpod mostly on my own to travel to dog shows. My three show chihuahuas will, of course, tag along. I was supposed to get it last Monday but had some issues with a brake controller. I'm hoping the protegy RF I have in my trunk will be the ticket. The Rpod dealer will install it. Be it good or bad, I'm doing the baptism by fire method and taking it to a show this weekend (leaving Thursday). I already made my RV reservation (and paid) so I don't want to slap a hotel bill on top of that. Fingers crossed everything goes smoothly.]]> Tue, 24 May 2016 20:22:59 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75765#75765 New owners of a 180 : Hi, Danny and Sandy.My wife and... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75728#75728 Author: JNP4750
Subject: 7868
Posted: 24 May 2016 at 1:33pm

Hi, Danny and Sandy.

My wife and I (Janet and Jack) are new to camper trailers / RVs as well. We bought our RPod 180 in February. We love it. Seems to be big enough for us and our 3 small sockpuppets (2 Shih-tzus and a Pekingese).

We did exactly what you suggested you might do--parking it in the yard and getting familiar with the systems, researching how to service and prep it for each season and outfitting it with things we'll want on the road. I'm sure you'll figure out what tools and supplies you'll want along. But here is one thing I wish someone would have mentioned--buy a Thetford tank on wheels for emptying your gray tank while on a camping trip. On our first outing last month we had to hook up the RPod every day to pull it to the dump area. The gray water tank fills up fast. We noticed every RV / camper trailer at our park had one of those plastic tanks next to or under their RVs. Live and learn, I guess. Now all we have to do is pull the full tank like a wagon over to the dump area, or you can put the handle of it on your hitch and pull it with your vehicle. I choose to burn the extra calories and pull it myself. I bought the 35 gallon Thetford tank.

Everything can need some tweaks or repairs and adjustments. Our RPod is getting a replacement water pump so the shower runs better and the faucets don't constantly sputter. Also, there is a bulge in the fiberglass on the lower front right of the Pod where there might be some sort of underneath support beam or something. But it's only on the right side, about 6 or 8 inches long. Hmm. I'm waiting to hear from the dealer who has contacted Forest River about what to do. The bulge showed up in pictures taken the day I picked it up, so it was like that from the start but no one noticed. I'll try to remember to let you know the outcome, if you like. It doesn't seem like it could limit the use of the camper in any way that I can tell.

By the way, we love the movie GREASE; one of our regular oldies. Can we have your autographs?

Jack

]]> Tue, 24 May 2016 13:33:48 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75728#75728 New owners of a 180 : Originally posted by RP538Hi... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75664#75664 Author: Guests
Subject: 7868
Posted: 23 May 2016 at 6:43am

Originally posted by RP538

Hi to All:

Bought our 180 last October and just had our break-in camping adventure May 8-14 at Luray, Virginia KOA. Very nice KOA. We took our boxer, Baby Girl, along (of course). Our 4th Boxer Rescue. I'm new to RV. I have rented Class A's twice and used a Jayco Kiwi 25' once. That was over a 35 year period though. Looking to go to the Gettysburg KOA in June. Hope to retire in the next year or so and possibly go full time RV. The 180 is a joy to tow with our V6 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Averaged 14.5 mpg in heavy, high speed traffic, as well as, the rolling Virginia hills. This my second time on here and I appreciate all the ideas members share. Got to say, I rented a 38' Class A in Arizona. My wife, I and our two sons (at the time my oldest was 21 and probably last vaca with his parents). We picked it up in Phoenix and stayed in Sedona, Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, UT and Page AZ. Visited bunch of Indian ruins, etc. Love AZ, but driving that Class A was no fun. The Kiwi felt heavy, even with our V8 Trailblazer, + I did not like the tent fold out beds. Sorry, but if I wanted to stay in a tent I'd have stayed in the Marines, lol. Back to the R-Pod 180, so far so good. If I go full time I'll probably go bigger, but not by too much. Happy camping Smile

Welcome to the group!

]]> Mon, 23 May 2016 06:43:51 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75664#75664 New owners of a 180 : Welcome to the group! Congrats... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75653#75653 Author: Leo B
Subject: 7868
Posted: 22 May 2016 at 10:05pm

Welcome to the group! Congrats on your 180!]]> Sun, 22 May 2016 22:05:31 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75653#75653 New owners of a 180 : Hi to All:Bought our 180 last... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75652#75652 Author: RP538
Subject: 7868
Posted: 22 May 2016 at 9:51pm

Hi to All:

]]> Sun, 22 May 2016 21:51:21 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75652#75652 New owners of a 180 : Originally posted by jmrotzekHello,My... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75410#75410 Author: Guests
Subject: 7868
Posted: 19 May 2016 at 2:47pm

Originally posted by jmrotzek

Hello,

My wife and I have a new 2016 180 and a 2016 Ford F150 TV.

We are new to RVs, but have tent camped for many years. My family had a pickup and camper in the 60's.

We live in Eureka, CA and have one short trip to a nearby dry campground as a first outing. We are looking forward to many more.

I appreciate the forum and already find many of the posts helpful. I have a lot more posts to read!

Thanks!

Joe and Suzanne

Congratulations and welcome to the group!

]]> Thu, 19 May 2016 14:47:32 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75410#75410 New owners of a 180 : Hello,My wife and I have a new... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75390#75390 Author: jmrotzek
Subject: 7868
Posted: 19 May 2016 at 3:15am

Hello,

My wife and I have a new 2016 180 and a 2016 Ford F150 TV.

We are new to RVs, but have tent camped for many years. My family had a pickup and camper in the 60's.

We live in Eureka, CA and have one short trip to a nearby dry campground as a first outing. We are looking forward to many more.

I appreciate the forum and already find many of the posts helpful. I have a lot more posts to read!

Thanks!

Joe and Suzanne

]]> Thu, 19 May 2016 03:15:22 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75390#75390 New owners of a 180 : Originally posted by TrotwoodWe've... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75167#75167 Author: Guests
Subject: 7868
Posted: 16 May 2016 at 7:02am

Originally posted by Trotwood

We've never owned a travel trailer or RV of any sort. Is there a specific forum for people like us that don't even have a clue?

Danny and Sandy (just remember the Grease movie)
2016 R-Pod180
2012 Ram 1500 with a screaming hemi

Congratulations and welcome to the group!

You have already found it! "forum for people like us "

Some of the smartest and most experienced campers live right here. Don't hesitate to ask for help. ]]> Mon, 16 May 2016 07:02:52 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75167#75167 New owners of a 180 : Thanks for the warm welcome, everyone.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75166#75166 Author: Trotwood
Subject: 7868
Posted: 16 May 2016 at 6:40am

Thanks for the warm welcome, everyone. You're right, Julie, there is a lot of great info here. You can do it! As I told the rv dealer when he asked how much experience we had, "I don't even know which end hitches to my truck." I think we're going to take it a few miles up the road this weekend to test at a nearby campground, and hopefully learn more.]]> Mon, 16 May 2016 06:40:51 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75166#75166 New owners of a 180 : Trotwood, I can relate. At least... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75094#75094 Author: julieboyles
Subject: 7868
Posted: 15 May 2016 at 1:05pm

Trotwood, I can relate. At least there appear to be two of you to figure things out; I'm on my own (and, like you, "don't have a clue"). I don't even have a driveway as I live in a condo in the middle of the city. But, hopefully like you, this seems like the right next path for me. There's so much help on this forum that it makes me think I CAN do this. I think I'm going for a new 2016 178 pulled with a 2008 F150. Good luck to you!]]> Sun, 15 May 2016 13:05:45 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75094#75094 New owners of a 180 : Congratulations and Welcome. We... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75061#75061 Author: this_is_nascar
Subject: 7868
Posted: 15 May 2016 at 7:41am

Congratulations and Welcome. We picked up our new 180 last weekend.]]> Sun, 15 May 2016 07:41:14 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75061#75061 New owners of a 180 : You will find a wealth of information... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75053#75053 Author: jato
Subject: 7868
Posted: 15 May 2016 at 6:53am

You will find a wealth of information on this forum to work/plan your way into camping with your 180. Welcome and enjoy this forum and especially your pod as you travel across this great land. ]]> Sun, 15 May 2016 06:53:41 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75053#75053 New owners of a 180 : Originally posted by TrotwoodI'll... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75052#75052 Author: Patriot Dave
Subject: 7868
Posted: 15 May 2016 at 6:48am

Originally posted by Trotwood

I'll pick up our new R-Pod 180 this Thursday! Wife and are looking forward to it. We settled on the 180 months ago but took us a while to find one in our area. We've never owned a travel trailer or RV of any sort. Is there a specific forum for people like us that don't even have a clue? I've been reading but I feel like I'll need to get it parked in my driveway before I can really figure it out.

Danny and Sandy (just remember the Grease movie)
2016 R-Pod180
2012 Ram 1500 with a screaming hemi

We also just got ours about 5 weeks ago and it was our first RV too. With help from this forum and Facebook we feel we have done well.
I am in the process of several mods ( modifications ) that will personalize it for us.
There is plenty of awesome help here.........just spend some time looking through all of the past posts and click on others mods and you will start to figure it all out.
We are still learning everyday.
Have Fun
]]> Sun, 15 May 2016 06:48:15 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75052#75052 New owners of a 180 : I'll pick up our new R-Pod... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75051#75051 Author: Trotwood
Subject: 7868
Posted: 15 May 2016 at 6:40am

I'll pick up our new R-Pod 180 this Thursday! Wife and are looking forward to it. We settled on the 180 months ago but took us a while to find one in our area. We've never owned a travel trailer or RV of any sort. Is there a specific forum for people like us that don't even have a clue? I've been reading but I feel like I'll need to get it parked in my driveway before I can really figure it out.

Danny and Sandy (just remember the Grease movie)
2016 R-Pod180
2012 Ram 1500 with a screaming hemi]]> Sun, 15 May 2016 06:40:58 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=75051#75051 New owners of a 180 : New here too. We are picking up... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=74822#74822 Author: ctmontessori
Subject: 7868
Posted: 11 May 2016 at 7:02pm

New here too. We are picking up our new 183g on Saturday. Took a long time to decided between it and the 180.

]]> Wed, 11 May 2016 19:02:12 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=74822#74822 New owners of a 180 : Congratulations and welcome! http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=74369#74369 Author: Guests
Subject: 7868
Posted: 04 May 2016 at 7:16am

Congratulations and welcome!

]]> Wed, 04 May 2016 07:16:02 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=74369#74369 New owners of a 180 : Welcome to the group!! http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=74305#74305 Author: Leo B
Subject: 7868
Posted: 03 May 2016 at 9:02am

Welcome to the group!!]]> Tue, 03 May 2016 09:02:29 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=74305#74305 New owners of a 180 : Originally posted by Pnew40Hope... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=74302#74302 Author: Patriot Dave
Subject: 7868
Posted: 03 May 2016 at 6:19am

Originally posted by Pnew40

Hope I am doing this correct. Tried once before to introduce myself and husband Bill . We are traveling to pick up our 2017 180 in two weeks. It's taken two years to decide on a trailer. I registered on here , but it's the two of us on this adventure. Sometimes with our two small dogs, Jangles and Barry. We have camped with a tent and also a pop up for many years. This is a new experience for us. We love nature, been to A lot of the national parks as a family, and most recently Alaska three times my husband and myself. We flew into Anchorsge and rented a suv and explored. I'm hoping we get to haul our r pod there in future.

Welcome and congratulations
]]> Tue, 03 May 2016 06:19:33 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=74302#74302 New owners of a 180 : Welcome and congratulations. We... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=74301#74301 Author: this_is_nascar
Subject: 7868
Posted: 03 May 2016 at 5:51am

Welcome and congratulations. We pick up our new 2017 180 on Saturday.]]> Tue, 03 May 2016 05:51:45 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=74301#74301 New owners of a 180 : Thank you for your welcome! We... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=74295#74295 Author: Pnew40
Subject: 7868
Posted: 02 May 2016 at 10:13pm

Thank you for your welcome! We are looking forward to our road trip to pick it up on the 17th!]]> Mon, 02 May 2016 22:13:54 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=74295#74295 New owners of a 180 : Welcome!I, too, am a new Rpod... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=74294#74294 Author: LManiac7
Subject: 7868
Posted: 02 May 2016 at 9:42pm

Welcome!

I, too, am a new Rpod 180 owner! New to the whole RVing thing.

Love my pod and looking forward to many fun adventures in it.

Best of luck to you and yours with it! Smile

]]> Mon, 02 May 2016 21:42:52 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=74294#74294 New owners of a 180 : Hope I am doing this correct.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=74293#74293 Author: Pnew40
Subject: 7868
Posted: 02 May 2016 at 9:34pm

Hope I am doing this correct. Tried once before to introduce myself and husband Bill . We are traveling to pick up our 2017 180 in two weeks. It's taken two years to decide on a trailer. I registered on here , but it's the two of us on this adventure. Sometimes with our two small dogs, Jangles and Barry. We have camped with a tent and also a pop up for many years. This is a new experience for us. We love nature, been to A lot of the national parks as a family, and most recently Alaska three times my husband and myself. We flew into Anchorsge and rented a suv and explored. I'm hoping we get to haul our r pod there in future. ]]> Mon, 02 May 2016 21:34:13 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7868&PID=74293#74293