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R-pod Owners Forum : Walk thru questions http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : Walk thru questions Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Mon, 04 May 2026 09:17:35 +0000 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 14:31:19 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=8343 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Walk thru questions : Great List! Wish I had seen this... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78939#78939 Author: LuvsCamping
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Posted: 13 Jul 2016 at 2:31pm

Great List! Wish I had seen this before I picked up mine on June 27th LOL

I took it straight from the dealership to the lake.

My mirror fell off, they didn't install the toilet tissue holder, the parts are there, not sure if the screws included are too long??

I am very leery of the shower, part of the seal around the enclosure pulled lose before I took it. I had them repair. When I arrived home it was worse than before. I also noticed that there is separation around the bottom and the walls of the shower. This is my first camper Embarrassed

should it be like this?

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Posted: 11 Jul 2016 at 4:41pm

Enjoy your new toy.]]> Mon, 11 Jul 2016 16:41:01 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78809#78809 Walk thru questions : Congrats on your 180! http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78808#78808 Author: Leo B
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Posted: 11 Jul 2016 at 4:40pm

Congrats on your 180!]]> Mon, 11 Jul 2016 16:40:09 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78808#78808 Walk thru questions : Congratulations! The vent... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78805#78805 Author: Guests
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Posted: 11 Jul 2016 at 4:10pm

Congratulations!

The vent cover is a good move, IMHO. I rarely close my vent.]]> Mon, 11 Jul 2016 16:10:11 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78805#78805 Walk thru questions : Took delivery this morning. The... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78802#78802 Author: Jazz trumpet
Subject: 8343
Posted: 11 Jul 2016 at 3:50pm

Took delivery this morning. The 180 was dealer prepped and ready by Outpost RV. . Bought needed supplies. Took 1.5 hours. I had Outpost install a roof cover for the fantastic fan. That way I could keep it open for ventilation while away from the campsite and not worry about rain.

A good RV dealer. Now to check the undercarriage for loose nuts. ]]> Mon, 11 Jul 2016 15:50:35 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78802#78802 Walk thru questions : Thanks, Ray. I'll address... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78728#78728 Author: Jazz trumpet
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Posted: 10 Jul 2016 at 8:27am

Thanks, Ray.
I'll address these issues when I take delivery tomorrow. Your timely reply us most appreciated!]]> Sun, 10 Jul 2016 08:27:14 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78728#78728 Walk thru questions : Originally posted by Jazz... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78727#78727 Author: this_is_nascar
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Posted: 10 Jul 2016 at 7:35am

Originally posted by Jazz trumpet

Nascar, may I ask what issues you have with your 2017? Thanks

-Refrigerator replaced due to manufacturing defect at Dometic.

-AC issues, whereas it's not running and/or cycling properly.

-Chaulk peeling from tub.

-Kitchen faucet dripping/leaking.

-Bathroom mirror fell off the wall.

-Spare tire bracket assembly not properly seated into the hitch, causing it to be unsecured the day we brought the camper home.

I think that's it for now. Owned it for a couple months so far.

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Posted: 09 Jul 2016 at 9:28am

Ours is a 2016 RP179. Our dealer is also about 2 hours away. We had to have ours back also. It is good to check things out, but if you do have to take it in, remember to call before going out to pick it up. We did make the trip once, and it was not right. We had to make a separate trip later when it was really done.]]> Sat, 09 Jul 2016 09:28:10 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78700#78700 Walk thru questions : Nascar, may I ask what issues... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78699#78699 Author: Jazz trumpet
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Posted: 09 Jul 2016 at 8:57am

Nascar, may I ask what issues you have with your 2017? Thanks ]]> Sat, 09 Jul 2016 08:57:23 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78699#78699 Walk thru questions : Originally posted by Jazz... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78695#78695 Author: this_is_nascar
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Posted: 09 Jul 2016 at 8:10am

Originally posted by Jazz trumpet

My dealer is 2 hours away. In Middlebury Indiana. The outpostrv center. So I sure appreciate all these tips. If I had to return the trailer for warranty repairs, it would be very time consuming. Thanks again

Trust me. I know that feeling. My dealer is 1.5 hours away. Had it back once already and probably need to take it back again for work.

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Posted: 08 Jul 2016 at 11:56am

My dealer is 2 hours away. In Middlebury Indiana. The outpostrv center. So I sure appreciate all these tips. If I had to return the trailer for warranty repairs, it would be very time consuming. Thanks again]]> Fri, 08 Jul 2016 11:56:44 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78649#78649 Walk thru questions : Call them a few days in advance... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78637#78637 Author: this_is_nascar
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Posted: 08 Jul 2016 at 6:09am

Call them a few days in advance and tell them you're expecting the AC to be on in the unit. You'll also want to ask them to turn on the frig the night before, so you can see that it's cooling.

Check to make sure the spare tire carrier is properly attached to the hitch. Ours was not and we could have killed someone if it had come off on the way home.

]]> Fri, 08 Jul 2016 06:09:13 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78637#78637 Walk thru questions : Have them show you where the water... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78611#78611 Author: Mountainrev
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Posted: 07 Jul 2016 at 1:42pm

Have them show you where the water heater bypass valves are (and how to use them) as well as where the antifreeze hose and valve are located (and how to use it when winterizing). While they show you them, you can make sure that the bypass valves are set correctly, since a lot of new owners complain that the water only gets lukewarm. That's usually the problem.]]> Thu, 07 Jul 2016 13:42:37 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78611#78611 Walk thru questions : Now, that's a great idea.Thanks... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78608#78608 Author: Jazz trumpet
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Posted: 07 Jul 2016 at 1:08pm

Now, that's a great idea.Thanks ]]> Thu, 07 Jul 2016 13:08:37 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78608#78608 Walk thru questions : I would suggest that you video... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78606#78606 Author: Leo B
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Posted: 07 Jul 2016 at 12:52pm

I would suggest that you video the walk thru and have them demonstrate every appliance etc so that down the road you can use it as a reminder.]]> Thu, 07 Jul 2016 12:52:00 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78606#78606 Walk thru questions : We have had our 180 for five months... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78603#78603 Author: DaveC3
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Posted: 07 Jul 2016 at 12:27pm

We have had our 180 for five months now, have over 7,000 miles on it.

A couple of thing to check while at the dealer.
1. Bring a DVD with you, make sure the TV is working, maybe even check for local channels via the HD antenna.

2. Have them show you where the electric hot water switch is located. (it is kind of hidden in the hot water heater assembly.

3. Have them check all the bolts holding the water tanks. I found a few loose.

4. Try every light, we had one that the wire came loose.

5. Check mirror in bath room, if they do not ave mirror clips you should add them. The mirror is held on with double stick tape. Ours fell off with hot weather.

These are all minor things, but if they are taken care of now you it may save you some stress.

We have enjoyed our 180 very much and look forward on getting back on the road when it cools down here in Texas.

Enjoy and welcome to the forum.

Dave

]]> Thu, 07 Jul 2016 12:27:15 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78603#78603 Walk thru questions : What questions should I ask at... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8343&PID=78588#78588 Author: Jazz trumpet
Subject: 8343
Posted: 07 Jul 2016 at 9:18am

What questions should I ask at the walkthrough ? Maybe something I will forget to ask.

I am picking up my 180 soon. Brand new. first-time owner of an rpod. I have previously camped in a tent, pop-up camper, and a class motor home.

My wife and I are Two retired School teachers who have encamped in 16 years. The design, size, and lightweight of the 180 enticed us to start camping again.

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