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jato
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Topic: Have You Done Any Mods? Posted: 14 Mar 2023 at 3:57pm |
Wow, sorry to hear about all the issues/problems encountered. When we special ordered our 177 back in January 2011 we were amazed at the cleanliness of the unit even in the corners and under seats, by the converter, fridge, not a spec of dust or debris. I feel this was unusual and kudos probably would have to have gone to the RV business it was purchased from in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
Good thing you are handy, in fact, FR may have a position for you in not only making these units better but also more user friendly! Bravo to you!
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God's pod
'11 model 177
'17 Ford F-150 4WD 3.5 Ecoboost
Jim and Diane by beautiful Torch Lake
"...and you will know the Truth and the Truth will set you free."
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DonC
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RV Accessories Just a few of many mods and accessories
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Camco
Unbreakable Travel Pint Glass- 16 Ounce, Dishwasher Safe, BPA Free, Perfect
for Picnics, Cookouts, and The Beach - Set of 2 (43865)
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2
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1
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Camco 43881
RV 7 oz Polycarbonate Juice Glass - 2 pack
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3
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1
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CleverMade
SnapBasket 50 Can, Soft-Sided Collapsible Cooler: 30 Liter Insulated Tote
Bag, Heathered Charcoal/Black
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4
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3
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Camco RV
Equipment Storage Utility Bag with Identification Tags for
Organization-Conveniently Stores Electrical Cords, Fresh Water Sewer Hoses
Perfect for
Campers and Rivers (53097)
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5
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Gardner
Bender GTK-2 Safety Kit, GVD-3504 Non-Contact Voltage Tester and GFI-3501 GFI
Tester, 2-Piece
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6
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Teknor Apex Company 4006-25 Zero-G RV/Marine Hose - 1/2"
x 25', Blue
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Kohree RV
Propane Hose 12FT 1/4inch RV Quick Connect Propane Hose Quick Disconnect
Propane Hose Extension with Shutoff Valve Male Full
Flow Plug for
Low Pressure Grills
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8
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Kohree
1/4inch RV Propane Quick Connect Y Splitter Adapter, Quick Connect Fitting
Connector RV Trailer Quick Connect Propane Hose Splitter Connect to RV
Grill, Motorhome BBQ, Table top Heater, Camping Stove
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AIVANT LED Camping Lanterns Portable Tent Ceiling
Fan, 4400mAh Battery/USB Powered Mini Desk Fan with LED Lights Camping Lamps
Outdoor
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Kits for
Hiking, Camping, Picnic, Fishing, Emergency (Black)
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10
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JR Products
95205 Pop-Stop Stopper
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11
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TrunkCratePro
Collapsible Portable Multi Compartments Heavy Duty Non-Slip Cargo Trunk
Organizer Storage With Straps, Blue
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Pillow Cover
- Camping Rules - RV Decor Pillowcases 18x18 Square Decorative Pillow Covers
Shams Slips for Home Bedding Couch Sofa.Cotton
Linen Decor
Color:4
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Curt
Manufacturing 58270 12V 7-Way R Round Circuit Tester
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Impact
Canopies 10x10 Mesh Wall Sidewalls for Pop Up Canopy Screen Room added the
screens
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ZOMAKE Ultra
Lightweight Packable Backpack Water Resistant Hiking Daypack, Small Backpack
Handy Foldable Camping Outdoor Backpack Little
Bag
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Coghlan's
Multi-Grill Spice Shaker
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George
Foreman 2-Serving Classic Plate Electric Indoor Grill and Panini Press,
Black, GR0040BC
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Phone Charger
Cable,Vinpie 4Pack 10FT Nylon Braided Certified Phone Cable USB Cord Charging
Compatible with Phone MAX,XR, X, 8, 8 Plus, 7,
6s, 6s Plus,
6, 6 Plus, Pad Mini
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ECHOGEAR Low
Profile Surge Protector Design with 3 AC Outlets & 2 USB Ports ? 540
Joules of Surge Protection - Installs Over Existing Outlets to
Protect Your
Gear & Increase Outlet Capacity
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Camco 11691
RV Water Heater Tank Rinser
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Tri-Lynx
8200B Lynx Stay-Put Plug Holder
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CAVN 2-Pack
Charger Cable Compatible with Ionic, 3 FT Replacement USB Charging Cable Cord
Accessories
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QBABY
Multifunction Folding Cutting Board Drain Basket Vegetable Basin, 3 in 1 Sink
Cutting Board Veggies Drainer, Portable Foldable Tub for
Outdoor
Travel Camping
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Outland
Firebowl UV and Weather Resistant 760 Standard Carry Bag, Fits 19-Inch
Diameter Outdoor Portable Propane Gas Fire Pit
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New Toaster
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Induction
Burner
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Outdoor
Kitchen Table
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RV Designer
M111 Klippy Clip, (Pack of 10)
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Camco 48356
Electric Tongue Jack Head Cover - 18" H x 7.5" W x 8.5" D
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Camco 40074
RV Flexible Swivel Stik with Shutoff Valve
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Camco 59023
RV Propane Gauge/Leak Detector
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Camco 39080
Rhino Blaster Sewer Tank Rinser
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4014341 Nite
Ize Radiant 400 Lm Lantern
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Signstek
Water Pressure Regulator, Brass Lead-Free Adjustable Water Pressure Reducer
with Gauge for RV, and Inlet Screened Filter,for Home
Garden and
Campsites
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Camco 22703-X
RV Flexible Hose Protector
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Camco 39318
Flexible 3-in-1 Sewer Hose Seal - Black
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Marinco
5030ARV 50 Amp to 30 Amp Adapter
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Camco 39757
Rhino FLEX 6-in-1 Sewer Cleanout Wrench
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Zinus Deluxe
Memory Foam 8 Inch RV / Camper / Trailer / Truck Mattress, Short Queen
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Collapsible
Folding Outdoor Utility Wagon (Blue)
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Camco 45322
RV Vinyl Wheel and Tire Protector, 2-Pack, 27-Inch-29-Inch, Arctic White
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Camco
PowerGrip Heavy Duty 3-Prong Generator Adapter (30M/2 x 15F) - Durable
Construction for Safe and Simple Use - (55433)
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Camco 55272
RV 12" 30M/30F Amp Generator Adapter
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Craftsman
C0010030 3000I 3000 Watt Portable Inverter Generator-CARB Compliant One Size
Red/Black
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Frank J.
Martin 7850-DC Combi Cam Dust Cover
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CZC AUTO
Hitch Tightener, Heavy Duty Anti-Rattle Stabilizer for 1.25" and 2"
Hitches, Reduce Movement from Hitch Tray Cargo Carrier Bike Rack
Trailer
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Combi-Cam
7850R-L Combination Cam Lock, 1-1/8" Chrome Finish
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Attwood
Battery Box Hold-Down Strap, Medium (40-Inch)
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Camco 40276
Toilet Tissue, 1 Pack of 4 Rolls
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Progressive
Prepworks Thinstore Collapsible Prep/Storage Bowls with Lids - Set of 3
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SUMAJU 8
Pieces Silicone Collapsible Measuring Cup and Spoon Set, Folding Silicone
Measuring Cup Set with 2 Pcs Split Ring for Kitchen Baking
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Camco 53228
Truck Trailer Libatc Coaster Cork, 2 Pack
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Poo-Pourri
Before-You-Go Toilet Spray 2 oz Bottle, Original Citrus Scent
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Camco 44414
Wheel Chock - Pack of 2
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LED Motion
Sensor Light 10 LED Battery Operated Lights - LED Under Cabinet Lighting -
Stick On Lights Magnetic Wireless Motion Sensor Night
Light for
Closet, Counter, Stairway [4 Pack] by PeakPlus
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[Upgraded Version] RunningSnail Emergency Hand Crank Self
Powered AM/FM NOAA Solar Weather Radio with LED Flashlight
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Rainleaf
Microfiber Towel, 30 X 60 Inches. Purple
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Multitool
Knife Newild 13-in-1 Pocket Pliers 2.8 inches Blade Hunting Knife Foldable in
Durable German Stainless Steel for Outdoor Survival,
Camping,
Fishing, Hiking,Hunting
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Camco Life is
Better at The Campsite Hitch Cover, Blue | Protects Your Hitchball from Dirt
and Rust | Compatible with 1-7/8-inch and 2-inch
Diameter
Balls (53306)
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Camco 42151
RV Flying Insect Water Heater Screen - WH 400
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Camco 42141
RV Flying Insect Screen - FUR 200 - 2 Pack
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Mrrainbow
Collapsible BucketFoldable Water Container 12L Portable Lightweight Pail for
CampingTraveling Fishing GardeningWashing Hiking and More
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BabysSJ
Camping Rules Pillow Case Personalized 18x18 Inch Square Cotton Decorative
Throw Pillow Case Decor Cushion Covers
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Pillow Insert
12" x 20" Polyester Filled Standard Cover (2 Pack)
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Dicor 501LSD
Dove White 10.3 fl. oz Dicor Self-Levelling Lap Sealant, 1 (No)
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Camco 40285
RV Green Disposable Dump Glove - 50 Pairs
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Tovolo
Collapsible Microwave Cover
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Automotive
Caplight Connector Adapter Plug – RV Trailer Ambience Light Transformer
Electrical Harness Protector by BM-Tek
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Camco 42183
RV Screen Door Cross Bar
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pureAir 50
Ionic Air Purifier
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Vornado AVH10
Vortex Heater with Automatic Climate Control
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Flashlights
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Added TV and mount for
Bedroom
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Beddy's
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Level Mate Pro
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Weather Monitor
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Anderson level Chock
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Hitch Grip
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Micro-Aire
thermostat
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Shelf above bed and bins
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Closet Shelf organizer
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Hitchport for
hitch ext mounting
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Chairs
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Side Tables
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DEKOPRO 128
Pieces Tool Set-General Household Hand Tool Kit, Auto Repair Tool Set, with
Plastic Toolbox Storage Case (128PCS)
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Black Water Treatments
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Cable tv Cords and HDMI
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iPhone to HDMIS Adapter
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BARTUN
Bluetooth Wireless Tire Pressure Monitoring System with 4 Extenal Sensors,
Real-time Displays 4 Tires' Pressure and Temperature
TPMS,
Supports
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90
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GasStop
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QuickVu Back up Camera
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Bluetooth Speaker
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Keurig Machine
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Ailun Toilet
Night Light 2Pack Motion Activated LED Light 8 Colors Changing Toilet Bowl
Nightlight for Bathroom Battery Not Included Perfect
Decoration
Along with Water Faucet Light
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B.E.S.T.
52032 Awning Cleaner - 32 oz.
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Beach
Blanket, FineSource 200 x 210 cm(79''×83'') Beach Blanket Waterproof
Sandproof for 3-7 Adults, Oversized Lightweight Beach Mat, Portable
Picnic Blankets, Sand Proof Mat for Travel, Camping, Hiking, Packable w/Bag
(Orange)
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Pure KOMACHI
2 Grey 6 INCHES Chef's Knife and Sheath (AB5077)
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MPOWERD Luci
Outdoor 2.0 - Inflatable Solar Light, Clear Finish, Adjustable Strap
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Progressive
CSS-2 Green Collapsible Salad Spinner - 3 Quart Capacity
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100
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Prepworks by
Progressive Collapsible Prep/Storage Bowls with Lids - Set of 3
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1 Set
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Towels
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Weber Q 1200 Blue Cast
Aluminum 8,500-BTU 189-sq in Portable Gas Grill
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Weber Q
Portable Grill Cart
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2019 RPod 190, Husky Center Line Hitch, Honda Pilot
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DonC
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Posted: 15 Mar 2023 at 8:45am |
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2019 RPod 190, Husky Center Line Hitch, Honda Pilot
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vmh
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Posted: 15 Mar 2023 at 2:43pm |
Thanks Jato, I appreciate that. We actually got it back from the dealer today! Whoo hoo, maybe it's actually fixed!
I guess you really did have a good dealer. Ours had sawdust everywhere, holes that apparently had been put in wrong places then filled with foam etc. Not sure since it was one of the last 195, if they cobbled it together or what.
Not sure I want a job at FR but I wouldn't mind consulting on the "live-ablity" factors! 
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2022 R-Pod195
Towed by 2022 Ford Ranger
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jato
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Posted: 15 Mar 2023 at 3:58pm |
Originally posted by vmh
Not sure I want a job at FR but I wouldn't mind consulting on the "live-ablity" factors! 
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Just guess, with Warren Buffet as your boss, you could really go places! Problem is Mr. Buffet most likely wouldn't pay what you're worth. 
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God's pod
'11 model 177
'17 Ford F-150 4WD 3.5 Ecoboost
Jim and Diane by beautiful Torch Lake
"...and you will know the Truth and the Truth will set you free."
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jato
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Posted: 15 Mar 2023 at 4:01pm |
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DonC, with all those mods and extras do you have any room left inside to sleep in that 190?
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God's pod
'11 model 177
'17 Ford F-150 4WD 3.5 Ecoboost
Jim and Diane by beautiful Torch Lake
"...and you will know the Truth and the Truth will set you free."
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DonC
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Posted: 15 Mar 2023 at 9:00pm |
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2019 RPod 190, Husky Center Line Hitch, Honda Pilot
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DonC
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Posted: 15 Mar 2023 at 9:01pm |
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The sawdust thing is extremely common on RV builds accross most brands. Don't worry it is only sawdust, it'll be most gone in a decade of use/shaking!
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2019 RPod 190, Husky Center Line Hitch, Honda Pilot
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lostagain
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Posted: 16 Mar 2023 at 5:56am |
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It really isn't the sawdust that's the problem, it's the issue of pride in workmanship and quality. The presence of work debris is indicative of the company's decision to favor high volume and sloppy production over allowing their employees to clean up the messes and vacuum out the places where debris accumulates during the building process. It seems to plague much of the RV industry. I doubt many would accept such sloppy work for a brand new home or a car.
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Never leave footprints behind.
Fred & Maria Kearney
Sonoma 167RB
Our Pod 172
2019 Ford F-150 4x4 2.7 EcoBoost
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StephenH
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Posted: 16 Mar 2023 at 7:59am |
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Agreed!
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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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