R-pod Owners Forum : new to the forum NEED HELP http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : new to the forum NEED HELP Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sun, 03 May 2026 12:11:03 +0000 Fri, 14 Apr 2017 18:13:33 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=9684 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ new to the forum NEED HELP : StarCraft must be owned by Jayco,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91213#91213 Author: backin15
Subject: 9684
Posted: 14 Apr 2017 at 6:13pm

StarCraft must be owned by Jayco, it looks exactly like the Hummingbird.
We looked at the Jayco before purchasing our Pod, it was an exact replica. It was also a few hundred pounds heavier and a bit more expensive. We went with the original.
Our R-Pod dealer told us Forest River has successfully sued Jayco and other brands to stop production of the copies. Not sure if this is true or salesman hype though.
]]> Fri, 14 Apr 2017 18:13:33 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91213#91213 new to the forum NEED HELP : I recently purchased (ordered)... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91201#91201 Author: Don&Amy
Subject: 9684
Posted: 14 Apr 2017 at 2:40pm

I recently purchased (ordered) a 2018 R-Pod 178. My out-the-door price was $14,750. I researched for nearly a year before deciding on what/where to buy. My local (Virginia) dealers were not willing to do much negotiating so I went online in search of a better deal. What I found was R-pods in Ohio, Indiana, and eastern Iowa were by far the most reasonably priced.

Once I decided I was ready to pull the trigger, I began contacting several dealers, first by their "Internet Quote" buttons and then via telephone. I was able to get my best deal by letting them know what I was being offered and I had two dealers come way down in price. The dealer I ultimately purchased from is in Indiana. He wanted my business and was able to arrive at a price we were both comfortable with.

Insofar as providing any advice on the two models...well I am not in a position to do that as I am still awaiting delivery of mine. However, I would definitely give much thought to those on this forum that are experienced Podders. They are a wealth of knowledge!

Good luck with your search and I hope you are able to find what you are looking for!!
]]> Fri, 14 Apr 2017 14:40:51 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91201#91201 new to the forum NEED HELP : Originally posted by Richand... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91195#91195 Author: bigjewpapa
Subject: 9684
Posted: 14 Apr 2017 at 1:12pm

Originally posted by Richand Cindy

There have been many posts on this site about wholesale dealers selling RPODs for around $14.5.  Add $1500 and you should have no problem finding a dealer within a couple of days drive.  You can make a vacation out of it.  It may be well worth the savings.  Also knowing there are dealers selling it at $14.5 you may find a dealer willing to match it (or come close).  Our local dealer would not budge on $17.9 and then added $2000 additional costs.  We found a dealer 90 miles away who would go $500 over wholesale at $15 (with all the options minus the bike rack).


how do find out where the wholesaler rv dealers are?
]]> Fri, 14 Apr 2017 13:12:57 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91195#91195 new to the forum NEED HELP : There have been many posts on... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91150#91150 Author: Richand Cindy
Subject: 9684
Posted: 13 Apr 2017 at 12:31pm

There have been many posts on this site about wholesale dealers selling RPODs for around $14.5.  Add $1500 and you should have no problem finding a dealer within a couple of days drive.  You can make a vacation out of it.  It may be well worth the savings.  Also knowing there are dealers selling it at $14.5 you may find a dealer willing to match it (or come close).  Our local dealer would not budge on $17.9 and then added $2000 additional costs.  We found a dealer 90 miles away who would go $500 over wholesale at $15 (with all the options minus the bike rack).]]> Thu, 13 Apr 2017 12:31:54 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91150#91150 new to the forum NEED HELP : What's the weight on the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91099#91099 Author: TheBum
Subject: 9684
Posted: 12 Apr 2017 at 4:41pm

What's the weight on the StarCraft? The knock-offs usually end up weighing considerably more than the original.]]> Wed, 12 Apr 2017 16:41:38 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91099#91099 new to the forum NEED HELP : i was able to find that the rpod... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91094#91094 Author: bigjewpapa
Subject: 9684
Posted: 12 Apr 2017 at 4:20pm

i was able to find that the rpod 180 2017 model sells in az for $18,464.00.

think i could talk them down about $1,000

basically thats $2000 more for a rpod 2017 compared to the starcraft
]]> Wed, 12 Apr 2017 16:20:09 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91094#91094 new to the forum NEED HELP : Whatever you decide get a better... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91068#91068 Author: Richand Cindy
Subject: 9684
Posted: 12 Apr 2017 at 12:37pm

Whatever you decide get a better deal.  For the quoted price you can buy a new RPOD 180 which has some newer features such as the window in the door.  So if you like the rear bath model,  find a dealership that will sell it to you for $15,500.  Should not be a problem.  Do not be pressured to buy the used 179 if you do not like it (the 179 is actually the bigger seller since most people want the larger kitchen and more storage space).  But we are like you we went with the rear bath 180 model
]]> Wed, 12 Apr 2017 12:37:36 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91068#91068 new to the forum NEED HELP : Have you looked at Blue Book values... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91056#91056 Author: ArenaBlanca
Subject: 9684
Posted: 12 Apr 2017 at 9:39am

Have you looked at Blue Book values for a 2015 R-179?  This might let you know whether the price of the used model is too high.]]> Wed, 12 Apr 2017 09:39:24 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91056#91056 new to the forum NEED HELP : I suggest going to the dealership... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91055#91055 Author: Leo B
Subject: 9684
Posted: 12 Apr 2017 at 8:29am

I suggest going to the dealership going in each of the, try out the bed and benchs and get a feel for them and then decide from there.]]> Wed, 12 Apr 2017 08:29:24 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91055#91055 new to the forum NEED HELP : Prices very at rpod dealers,We... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91054#91054 Author: densmorema
Subject: 9684
Posted: 12 Apr 2017 at 8:14am

Prices very at rpod dealers,We bought our 2015 179 brand new for 15,900 plus taxes so be sure to look around.I don't know where you live but we live in Michigan and are thinking of selling ours for 12,500 and still has 4 years of transferable extended warranty on it. It's in great shape and has been stored inside in winters.Never had any leaks and the only mods done were to upgrade the mattress and install a battery cut out switch.]]> Wed, 12 Apr 2017 08:14:14 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91054#91054 new to the forum NEED HELP : I looked at and researched the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91041#91041 Author: MikeE
Subject: 9684
Posted: 11 Apr 2017 at 9:01pm

I looked at and researched the Starcraft, hummingbird and R-pod. Started out looking at A-Liners. Saw our first R-pod and said this is where we need to be. Not ready to pull the trigger we looked at the competition. Lots of blinking lights, but hey we just want to go camping again. Ended up purchasing a very slightly used 2014 179. The layout on the 179 fit our camping style. To be honest the support and information on this forum was a big deciding factor. You need to do what is right for you but the Rpod was spot on for my wife and me. We have owned 6 different campers from tent trailers to PU to 27' TT. The 179 is my favorite to date.

Good Luck and do what's right for you!

Sorry for the blank post.
]]> Tue, 11 Apr 2017 21:01:45 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91041#91041 new to the forum NEED HELP : http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91039#91039 Author: MikeE
Subject: 9684
Posted: 11 Apr 2017 at 8:50pm

]]> Tue, 11 Apr 2017 20:50:17 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91039#91039 new to the forum NEED HELP : Although I am not real familiar... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91032#91032 Author: jato
Subject: 9684
Posted: 11 Apr 2017 at 8:34pm

Although I am not real familiar with the Starcraft Satellite I do know it is yet another R-Pod duplicate, wannabe, copy who has now followed others like the MPV, the Winnebago winnedrop, and the Jayco hummingbird, to name a few.  Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery?  Not too sure in this case, yet Forest River has done something right to have so many in recent years make a near duplicate of their 179/180 not only in outward design/appearance but also to nearly duplicate floor plan and amenities.
I know there is no such thing as a perfect trailer yet IMHO i think my 2011  177 comes closeThumbs Up.
On this forum you will get seasoned owners who will talk about the positives as well as the shortcomings of their particular model of R-Pod.  The support from fellow owners is fantastic here as well as the R-Pod facebook page.  Does Starcraft offer a forum like this? Do they have their own Facebook group?  I did note that to join the Starcraft group you have to pay 15 bucks up front; to me that is rather cheesy!  FREE here on this forum.  To me support is a big deal, whether from the dealer or from other owners, but that is only my opinion.  As a golf course superintendent dealer support as well as support from other like minded superintendents will always steer me to make specific choices as related to the equipment I purchase.  You know what you will be in for after parking yourself here in this forum and reading the mountain of feedback both + and -.  Do the same with the competitor and see how they stack up, then make your decision.  Pray for wisdom and patience before pulling the trigger, I lack both so I need to do this daily anyway.  When you reach your decision please come back and let us know what you decided upon and why, so we can all learn.  Thank you.
]]> Tue, 11 Apr 2017 20:34:56 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91032#91032 new to the forum NEED HELP : so i have been looking at these... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9684&PID=91022#91022 Author: bigjewpapa
Subject: 9684
Posted: 11 Apr 2017 at 6:43pm

so i have been looking at these 2 brands 

the forest river Rpod 2015 179  ($14,995)

http://rv.campingworld.com/rv/1403078


this is in great shape,  and used ones are very hard to find.  I have only seen 2 in the 1 year or more i have been looking.  Biggest negative is the bathroom inside the shower.  


 
the starcraft satellite 17rb 2017   ($15,500)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gkkNGAMYis  


I like the star craft because of the full bathroom, big storage areas, WIFI upgrade, and not to mention the 2 year warranty. Also it is brand new 



these are the 2 TT i am looking at very hard.  I just dont want to make a bad choice, and regret my purchase.  I really would love some feedback on either of these 2 trailers.  I want to purchase this week if possible.  To me, both seem to be the same exact trailer, except the starcraft is brand new and has a full shower.  why is it so cheap new? not built as well? fall apart quicker than the rpod?  i would be buying a extended warranty with both anyway.  i am pulling with a 2007 titan Nissan so that is no problem either way. is there something i am missing?


input would be awesome thank you!
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