R-pod Owners Forum : Newby with questions http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : Newby with questions Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sun, 03 May 2026 00:21:07 +0000 Sun, 28 May 2017 19:13:33 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=9748 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Newby with questions : Before leaving for Utah I weighed... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=94087#94087 Author: mario
Subject: 9748
Posted: 28 May 2017 at 7:13pm

Before leaving for Utah I weighed the tongue and adjust so I had about 375 pounds on it. That is about 12% of the loaded pod weight. The Tacoma pulled the pod just fine. We drove for about 15 hours down and back in very strong winds. The truck worked hARD sometimes but pulled the pod well. I don't have the extra anti sway bars and the pod was still stable. ]]> Sun, 28 May 2017 19:13:33 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=94087#94087 Newby with questions : I checked with my local trailer... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=91595#91595 Author: mario
Subject: 9748
Posted: 21 Apr 2017 at 3:34pm

I checked with my local trailer shop and they have a slightly use Fastway E2 that they will install for total of $225. Sounds like a score.]]> Fri, 21 Apr 2017 15:34:46 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=91595#91595 Newby with questions : Yes, I have the HR (Hood River)edition.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=91575#91575 Author: mario
Subject: 9748
Posted: 21 Apr 2017 at 10:24am

Yes, I have the HR (Hood River)edition. I've only towed it on one trip, as we bought it just before the winter set in. Didn't notice any excess sway at speed on the interstate with semis etc. We'll have to see how it handles the cross winds on trips this spring. Likely will install a WDH. Needless to say we are really excited about having the pod.]]> Fri, 21 Apr 2017 10:24:37 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=91575#91575 Newby with questions : i added a lift kit to the pod.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=91573#91573 Author: texman
Subject: 9748
Posted: 21 Apr 2017 at 10:15am

i added a lift kit to the pod.  The kit raises the pod at the axle giving the pod more ground clearance and less likely to drag the jacks or sewer drains on something.  The kit is a piece of steel that fits between the frame and axle of the pod. I like the lift it gave, but i think it does cause the pod to be a bit more of a wind catcher and it does raise the center of gravity as well.  If you have an HRE edition, it is already lifted.
dont have a pic of the actual lift kit, just of the pod after the lift.

]]> Fri, 21 Apr 2017 10:15:34 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=91573#91573 Newby with questions : Thanks Tracy. I am thinking of... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=91570#91570 Author: mario
Subject: 9748
Posted: 21 Apr 2017 at 10:08am

Thanks Tracy. I am thinking of upgrading to a full size truck for more towing power and less down-shifting of the Tacoma. Maybe a late model Tundra or Silverado. I'll just have to see how the Tacoma does this summer. You said "I really think that when added the lift to the pod, it did contribute to sway." Can you clarify?]]> Fri, 21 Apr 2017 10:08:00 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=91570#91570 Newby with questions : MarioI have a 2015 182g, they... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=91559#91559 Author: texman
Subject: 9748
Posted: 21 Apr 2017 at 9:20am

Mario

I have a 2015 182g, they are the pick of the litter (i think)  Anyway, i tow with a Tundra crew max 5.7ltr and i am looking at getting a WDH with sway control. I have made many trips with a normal hitch and no problems.  I really think that when added the lift to the pod, it did contribute to sway.  But, I live and travel in the windiest, gustiest part of the world i think.  I just dont like getting a wiggle at 70mph, no matter how small.  sure i could slow down, and i do.  But the wind and the trucks on interstates are not enjoyable, especially crossing winds and wind shadows.  fwiw. 
]]> Fri, 21 Apr 2017 09:20:04 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=91559#91559 Newby with questions : Welcome to the group!! http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=91538#91538 Author: Leo B
Subject: 9748
Posted: 20 Apr 2017 at 9:09pm

Welcome to the group!!]]> Thu, 20 Apr 2017 21:09:45 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=91538#91538 Newby with questions : I think you are on the right track,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=91528#91528 Author: mcarter
Subject: 9748
Posted: 20 Apr 2017 at 7:11pm

I think you are on the right track, you will be an expert soon.]]> Thu, 20 Apr 2017 19:11:08 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=91528#91528 Newby with questions : PS. I plan to weigh the pod on... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=91526#91526 Author: mario
Subject: 9748
Posted: 20 Apr 2017 at 7:05pm

PS. I plan to weigh the pod on a scale so that I know for certain its weight.]]> Thu, 20 Apr 2017 19:05:38 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=91526#91526 Newby with questions : Great information. Sounds like... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=91525#91525 Author: mario
Subject: 9748
Posted: 20 Apr 2017 at 7:01pm

Great information. Sounds like the outfit would benefit from a WDH. So you know, the yellow tag on this unit says the dry weight is 3071 lbs. I estimate that Ill be carrying maybe 300 lbs of gear, which would be a total of about 3371 lbs. I weighed the tongue today and it was 370 lbs, which is about 11 % of the total weight of the trailer (dry). So it looks that it's within the 10-15% range.]]> Thu, 20 Apr 2017 19:01:35 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=91525#91525 Newby with questions : Best to let the Tacoma and 182... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=91523#91523 Author: mcarter
Subject: 9748
Posted: 20 Apr 2017 at 6:26pm

Best to let the Tacoma and 182 folks weigh in. The empty tongue weight is 380. Everything you add to the rear of the TT reduces tongue weight, like a teeter totter. But you need to be careful, a light tongue could lead to swaying. You may be a good candidate for a WDH, because your concern is hitch related and picking up the front end. I work on principle that tongue weight should be 10-15% of TT weight, not to exceed capacity. My 178 has a capacity of 3768 and my tongue weight is 377. Water in the fresh water tank is part of capacity.]]> Thu, 20 Apr 2017 18:26:11 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=91523#91523 Newby with questions : The short answer is no. Full disclosure:... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=91522#91522 Author: CharlieM
Subject: 9748
Posted: 20 Apr 2017 at 6:19pm

The short answer is no. Full disclosure: I tow with a 2013 4.0L Tacoma, 4WD with a TRD supercharger. Any weight on the hitch will cause the Taco to droop. This is simple physics on any tow vehicle. Moving weight aft of the trailer axle in an attempt to reduce this is just asking for sway problems, a very dangerous situation. The trailer should be loaded for 10-15% of it's total weight on the tongue. Don't count on the advertised or yellow label weight. It is very unreliable and always optimistic. My experience, and that of most others, says you should use a WDH similar to the Fastway E2. It gives you weight distribution, sway control, and a greatly improved ride. ]]> Thu, 20 Apr 2017 18:19:40 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=91522#91522 Newby with questions : Hello all. Last fall we bought... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9748&PID=91520#91520 Author: mario
Subject: 9748
Posted: 20 Apr 2017 at 5:55pm

Hello all. Last fall we bought a newly new 182G. I had been looking for a pod with the garage in the back for some time and happened to find one in Bozeman, about 90 miles from our home. Needless to say we were super excited. Drove down, made the deal, and headed straight to Yellowsone Park for 3 days. It was the first time in 40+ years of camping where we actually slept in a bed; I'll never sleep on the ground again. In the morning it was pretty cold but all we had to do was turn on the heater for a few minutes. Awesome! 
We cooked in the garage and generally had a great time.Smile

We have a 2015 Tacoma with the tow package and it seemed to tow to trailer just fine. The truck downshifted on even slight inclines, but afterall it is only a 6 cylinder. I noticed that the trailer pushed down on the hitch to the point where the front of the truck was elevated just a little. This didn't seem to affect the steering. However, before we head to Utah I would like to reduce the weight on the trailer tongue and level out the truck. According to the specs, the hitch weight is about 380 pounds. Questions:Embarrassed

1. Can I reduce the tongue weight enough to level out the truck by loading all my heavier stuff (camping gear, propane, spare tire, firewood, etc) behind the axle of the pod?
2. Any idea what the minimum tongue weight can or should be?

Thanks for your help.
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