R-pod Owners Forum : Installing new windows http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Podmods, Maintenance, Tips and Tricks : Installing new windows Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 01 May 2026 23:49:23 +0000 Thu, 12 Jan 2017 13:02:18 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=9199 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Installing new windows : really like the bathroom window... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86729#86729 Author: funks
Subject: 9199
Posted: 12 Jan 2017 at 1:02pm

really like the bathroom window Great Job]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2017 13:02:18 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86729#86729 Installing new windows : I'm still forever impressed... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86728#86728 Author: Blue Highways
Subject: 9199
Posted: 12 Jan 2017 at 12:30pm

I'm still forever impressed with your amazing rear extension on the back, and yet it all looks good in proportion with the trailer. The port holes add just the right amount of light while preserving privacy. Very cool.]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2017 12:30:36 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86728#86728 Installing new windows : Thanks for the pictures and porthole... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86725#86725 Author: mountainman
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Posted: 12 Jan 2017 at 11:34am

Thanks for the pictures and porthole lead guys. ]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2017 11:34:48 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86725#86725 Installing new windows : Huron Sailorhas a write up about... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86688#86688 Author: furpod
Subject: 9199
Posted: 11 Jan 2017 at 3:13pm

Huron Sailor has a write up about his portholes that open, try searching for his posts..
]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2017 15:13:35 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86688#86688 Installing new windows : Pic. # 1 cabinets at foot end.Pic.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86686#86686 Author: marwayne
Subject: 9199
Posted: 11 Jan 2017 at 2:17pm

Pic. # 1 cabinets at foot end.
Pic. # 2 head end.
Pic # 3 window in bathroom.





]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2017 14:17:27 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86686#86686 Installing new windows : No they do not open, my DW does... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86684#86684 Author: marwayne
Subject: 9199
Posted: 11 Jan 2017 at 12:27pm

No they do not open, my DW does not like a draft over her head while sleeping. I made my own windows. I put the widows on the bathroom side because I put cabinets at the foot ends, the feet go under the cabinets.]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2017 12:27:02 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86684#86684 Installing new windows : Thanks to all who have replied.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86683#86683 Author: mountainman
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Posted: 11 Jan 2017 at 11:14am

Thanks to all who have replied. I agree, if there are no studs or wires in the way, it's just a matter of cutting the holes, adding blocking, and sealing them good.   I live in the northern Puget Sound area of Wash. St. so the pod will get rained on a lot!   The stud finder I have won't locate metal studs; if not too expensive I may get one if I wind up doing this myself.   Last winter I took some pictures of the pod when it was below freezing. The metal framing shows up quite well in them to get at least an approximate idea where they are.

Marwayne, can tell me where you got the portholes? Do they open? I've found 14" x 16" and 21" x 14" that should fit but I'd like to see what other sizes are available.
mountainman]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2017 11:14:59 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86683#86683 Installing new windows : http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86674#86674 Author: marwayne
Subject: 9199
Posted: 10 Jan 2017 at 7:37pm

]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2017 19:37:00 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86674#86674 Installing new windows : I put a window in my door. Not... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86672#86672 Author: mcarter
Subject: 9199
Posted: 10 Jan 2017 at 6:36pm

I put a window in my door. Not impossible, just need basic skills and be patient. In old days I used to put windows in vans and sunroofs in cars. Make a pattern, measure multiple times.]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2017 18:36:34 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86672#86672 Installing new windows : We have a couple owners who have... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86671#86671 Author: furpod
Subject: 9199
Posted: 10 Jan 2017 at 6:15pm

We have a couple owners who have done small portholes that open, It's not a big deal.. but it is cutting some holes in your pod..]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2017 18:15:57 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86671#86671 Installing new windows : M-Man,In my opinion, anything... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86662#86662 Author: voisj
Subject: 9199
Posted: 10 Jan 2017 at 1:12pm

M-Man,
In my opinion, anything is possible, But some things just don't make sense.  I Think for me it comes down to, do i have to cut an aluminium framing stud?  I wouldn't Some others would.

 Go get a REAL GOOD stud finder, Mine sees all studs, metal or wood and electrical wires, and see where the aluminium studs are. If there is no stud where you want a window, this is a relitivly simple project.  Pretty much just cut the hole and put in a window. 
 
Here's to hoping! John
]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2017 13:12:25 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86662#86662 Installing new windows : My Pod is the #172 with large... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86657#86657 Author: mountainman
Subject: 9199
Posted: 10 Jan 2017 at 12:12pm

My Pod is the #172 with large bunks in the front and dinette in the back. There are no windows at the bunk end of the pod. I want to install opening windows there (on the sides only not on the front body curve) for light and ventilation. However I'm reluctant to do it myself. If they leaked I'd have no one to complain to.

I was at my local Camping World facility yesterday and they said they "probably" could do it. Has anybody had them do body repairs/new work such as this and if so was it done to your satisfaction? One of the body shop men lives near me and was kind enough to offer to look at the trailer at my home so I didnt have to take it to them for inspection which I felt was pretty nice.

There are other RV shops in my area that could do it also so I do have other options.
mountainman]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2017 12:12:13 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9199&PID=86657#86657