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R-pod Owners Forum https://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Last 10 Posts Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:06:35 +0000 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:54:07 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 30 https://www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_topic_feed.asp R-pod Owners Forum https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.rpod-owners.com/ I need HELP!!! : Water heater help!! https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16465&PID=155618#155618 Author: podman51
Subject: Water heater help!!
Posted: 30 Jun 2026 at 9:54am

THANKS folks!! I knew they had to be somewhere but wasn't sure. BTW, all I did to get good access was remove the screws holding the front half of the plywood under the bed, and then lift it and the mattress up for the 30 seconds it took to open/close the three valves. Didn't put the screws back in as the mattress more than holds the plywood in place.

Rod G.

]]> Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:54:07 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16465&PID=155618#155618 I need HELP!!! : 2017 RPod 180 frame question https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16466&PID=155617#155617 Author: Pilgrim
Subject: 2017 RPod 180 frame question
Posted: 30 Jun 2026 at 7:50am

Good Morning,

Unfortunately I have to embark upon installing outriggers on my 2017 RPod 180. To that end I have been crawling under the rig exploring what and how I am going to install the newly ordered outriggers. I noticed that the frame is not exactly straight and is bent down on each side of the newly installed axle. This looks consistent on both side but the door size is harder to eye ball due to the door itself. Yes, I blew a tire which took out the axle so Blue Compass RV in Prescott, AZ recently installed but "did not notice" the slider sag. Lastly, has anyone welded the outriggers as compared to drill and tap?

Thanks for your input.

]]> Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:50:48 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16466&PID=155617#155617 Podmods, Maintenance, Tips and Tricks : Sagging floor and outriggers https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15071&PID=155616#155616 Author: MeekCutoff
Subject: Sagging floor and outriggers
Posted: 29 Jun 2026 at 8:58pm

I recently purchased a 2019 rpod 190... Love it! Great layout for kids.
Tow it behind our 2014 Nissan Frontier - no problems.

Very important to check for any floor sag under the slider.
Here is some background info & possible fixes to this issue.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYB4qL7va2I
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8UTG5t-cJM

It can be corrected - but takes some work.
The support brackets that FR sells, and I bolted to the frame failed immediately - bent out of shape on my first trip on a rough forest service road.

So I then had much stronger brackets locally fabricated - and then welded to the frame to support the side wall.
That cost me $600 - A very successful fix.
Contact www.groundedwelding.com - they will fabricate & ship brackets.]]> Mon, 29 Jun 2026 20:58:05 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15071&PID=155616#155616 I need HELP!!! : Water heater help!! https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16465&PID=155615#155615 Author: jato
Subject: Water heater help!!
Posted: 29 Jun 2026 at 7:50pm

You have 2 options: look for the access opening in the storage area just to the side of your water heater. IF you are a contortionist you can access the 3 valves that will open the water line to the water heater. Easier IMHO to remove the luan panel above the water heater and turn the 3 valves opposite to their current location 1/4 turn. While at it, cut a hole directly above the water heater (mine measures 5" x 7") so the next time you winterize/dewinterize you can simply lift the mattress and gain easy access to those valves.

Edited by jato - Yesterday at 7:51pm]]> Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:50:56 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16465&PID=155615#155615 I need HELP!!! : Water heater help!! https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16465&PID=155614#155614 Author: gpokluda
Subject: Water heater help!!
Posted: 29 Jun 2026 at 7:00am

Yes. It will be on the blue pex line somewhere around the water heater. Here's a video that should help you https://www.google.com/search?q=water+heater+bypass+valve+Rpod&rlz=1C5MACD_enUS1090US1090&oq=water+heater+bypass+valve+Rpod&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIICAEQABgWGB4yDQgCEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyDQgDEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyCggEEAAYogQYiQUyCggFEAAYogQYiQUyBwgGEAAY7wXSAQoxMzQxM2owajE1qAIJsAIB8QVWMHr9uKWkQPEFVjB6_bilpEA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:61a1cf19,vid:68HG-5TwOuQ,st:13]]> Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:00:21 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16465&PID=155614#155614 I need HELP!!! : Water heater help!! https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16465&PID=155613#155613 Author: podman51
Subject: Water heater help!!
Posted: 29 Jun 2026 at 5:27am

I have a 2013 RP178. During de-winterization which was done by the previous owner, I was working on getting the water system flushed and sanitized. Everything was going well until I tried to get water into and out of the water heater. Is htere a water heater bypass valve somewhere? I haven't been able to find it. Any help will be appreciated!]]> Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:27:29 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16465&PID=155613#155613 Introduce Yourself : New Pod owners https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15005&PID=155612#155612 Author: gpokluda
Subject: New Pod owners
Posted: 28 Jun 2026 at 7:33am

Originally posted by texastreehugger

Thanks Stephen H for that heads up! Thanks also to offgrid for the suggestions on how to connect our jackery panels to recharge my battery when boondocking.

I know Stephen H still frequents the forum, but we have't seen offgrid in years. Glad you are enjoying your Pod!

]]> Sun, 28 Jun 2026 07:33:22 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15005&PID=155612#155612 Introduce Yourself : New Pod owners https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15005&PID=155611#155611 Author: texastreehugger
Subject: New Pod owners
Posted: 27 Jun 2026 at 9:54pm

Not really a new pod owner anymore, but thought I'd share a few updates. We retired in 2024 and have been making longer trips. Last year to Grand Teton, Yellowstone, Palisade, Rifle Falls, Glenwood Springs, Matagorda, Fort Davis, Guadalupe Mountains, Balmorhea.
I replaced the wheel bearings, installed a new battery and repainted the front of the trailer to get the pod ready, but of course we had some issues. Broken toilet valve, electric brake line severed on I-25.(Way go Lever nut repair is holding up pretty good). Ac housing shook itself loose, but all in all the rpod has been a great camper and this forum has been incredibly helpful in finding parts and how-to tips.
This spring I decided to put on a bal hide a spare. I got the recessed mount, but I didn't see how I could make it fit. I read that others said it barely fit, not sure if they had the hood river 9.5 inch tires.
I thought about getting the flush mount plate and cutting it down, but I got a machine shop to extend the hinge plate and made it work. I had to cut and redrill.the tubes. Thanks Stephen H for that heads up! Thanks also to offgrid for the suggestions on how to connect our jackery panels to recharge my battery when boondocking. ]]> Sat, 27 Jun 2026 21:54:24 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15005&PID=155611#155611 Introduce Yourself : New Pod owners https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15005&PID=155610#155610 Author: texastreehugger
Subject: New Pod owners
Posted: 27 Jun 2026 at 9:38pm

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Edited by texastreehugger - 27 Jun 2026 at 10:35pm]]> Sat, 27 Jun 2026 21:38:40 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=15005&PID=155610#155610 I need HELP!!! : Roof Vent replacement questions https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16464&PID=155609#155609 Author: texastreehugger
Subject: Roof Vent replacement questions
Posted: 27 Jun 2026 at 8:49pm

So I noticed our maxxaire II vent cover was missing a big chunk and one of the hold downs was broken off. I ordered another from etrailer, but when I got it, it is 2 inches narrower than the original. It would fit, but I would have to remove the old brackets which are screwed into the roof and install new brackets. The new instructions say to screw the brackets into the vertical vent flange (not the roof). There is a whole lot of caulk covering the brackets so I'm wondering what is underneath and if maybe the old brackets weren't installed correctly and someone just plastered it to protect against roof leaks. I'm about to go on a trip, so I think I may just do without the cover for now, and try to install the new brackets when I have time to recaulk. If anyone is familiar with what the vent surround should look like, I'd appreciate any feedback or advice. I'll attach a pic.

Edited by texastreehugger - 27 Jun 2026 at 9:13pm]]> Sat, 27 Jun 2026 20:49:57 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=16464&PID=155609#155609