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techntrek
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Joined: 29 Jul 2009 Location: MD Online Status: Offline Posts: 9065 |
Topic: Proud Owners of a 2017 Rpod 176T!Posted: 22 Apr 2016 at 5:49pm |
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This is the best WDH-adjustment tutorial I've seen. I used it to dial in my Dual Cam: http://www.rv.net/FORUM/index.cfm/fuseaction/thread/tid/17730894.cfm
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Doug ~ '98 Coleman ('05-'09) ~ '10 171 ('09-'15) ~ 2008 Salem ('14-'23) ~ 2019 Keystone ('23-now) ~
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StephenH
podders Helping podders - pHp
Joined: 29 Nov 2015 Location: Wake Forest, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 6483 |
Posted: 21 Apr 2016 at 2:28pm |
I recommend a hitch tightener such as the StowAway. http://www.amazon.com/StowAway-Cargo-Carriers-20-6-Tightener/dp/B0001CMUV4?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00 There are other options, but something that tightens the connection between the hitch shank and the receiver will eliminate the "clunk." I found it to be quieter overall as well. I also recommend the HitchGrip. It makes moving the heavy hitch head easier. http://www.amazon.com/HitchGrip-HG712-Orange-Hitch-Coupling/dp/B00HSO37B0?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00 |
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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,... ouR escaPOD mods Former RPod 179 Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS |
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CharlieM
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Joined: 23 Nov 2012 Location: N. Colorado Online Status: Offline Posts: 1797 |
Posted: 21 Apr 2016 at 10:44am |
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+1 on David's comments. My advice on E2s, or any WDH, is Read, Understand, Setup. When the dealer says "no problem", you may have a problem. The final setup should be made and checked with the trailer loaded for camping including batteries and full propane tanks. Normally there's no need to disconnect the bars when backing up, but your case it might be beneficial entering you driveway. Bending the TV/TT combination that occurs when you back up or enter a steep incline puts a lot of stress on the bars, associated brackets, and trailer frame. It doesn't hurt to disconnect the bars before entering the dip at the bottom of a steep driveway.
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Charlie
Northern Colorado OLD: 2013 RP-172, 2010 Honda Pilot 3.5L 4WD PRESENT: 2014 Camplite 21RBS, 2013 Supercharged Tacoma 4L V6 4WD |
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Guests
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Posted: 21 Apr 2016 at 9:22am |
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Congratulations!
I would recommend checking the set up of the hitch, that was done by the dealer. Here is the manual/instructions, in case you did not get them: Fastway E2 Getting it set up properly is key. I have the 600/6000 round bar model. As stated in the instructions, there is no "perfect" set up. I adjusted mine based upon typical loading. Sometimes the trailer is lighter or heavier but, not so much so as to drastically change how it tows. I've not felt a need to re-adjust it. You'll likely hear some noises from time to time. Anti-sway is achieved by the friction between the bars and brackets. You may also hear an occasional "clunk" as the hitch head moves around in the receiver. |
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Leo B
podders Helping podders - pHp
Joined: 13 Jan 2012 Location: Lyndonville, VT Online Status: Offline Posts: 4519 |
Posted: 21 Apr 2016 at 8:49am |
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Congrats on your new pod!
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Leo & Melissa Bachand
2025 Ford Transit Camper van 2017 Ford F150 2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk Previously owned 2015 Rpod 179 2010 Rpod 171 |
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Espo05
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Joined: 16 Mar 2016 Location: CT Online Status: Offline Posts: 15 |
Posted: 21 Apr 2016 at 8:35am |
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We took delivery of our RPod yesterday...very fitting for Earth Day
. Love the new layout...bigger bunks were definitely a hit with our children and the pantry space is great to have as well. We had a good drive home...we did have the Fastway Hitch installed, but I was still a nervous wreck...our install tech had never installed this particular hitch. He seemed to extensive knowledge on hitches, just never installed the Fastway. Didn't make me feel 100% confident . I mentioned something about having to reconfiguration the bars and the like once we add weight to the trailer and he said no, it's all set .....?????ummmm...perhaps I am not fully understanding how the WDH works, but pretty sure you have to take measurements and realign once you add weight to the trailer...right?Biggest issue was getting into our driveway...we live on gravel road, up a hill in a culdesac...add in a driveway which is on a hill...luckily flat on top for storing it (for now). Thanks to some reading we did here...we managed to pull up into our neighbors driveway than back it up and swing it up ours...took a few times, but my husband did a a great job! Was a little nervous with the popping soundsthe angles at times, and the low hanging cable line, but it's currently sitting next to our garage...phew! Now to the fun part (after we learn more/double check the WDH and sway)...getting it all set up and ready to camp! |
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