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Topic: Rpod Cover Questions

Posted By: MDPaddlersPod
Subject: Rpod Cover Questions
Date Posted: 29 Aug 2016 at 3:01pm

I store my 179 on my driveway under several large trees. I am thinking about getting a cover and would like any advise on advantages and disadvantages before I decide. Thanks in advance.

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MDPaddlersPod
2017 RPod 179
2002 Silverado1500

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Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 29 Aug 2016 at 4:17pm

Advantages: Keeps it cleaner. The one we got has a white top which should help reflect heat and keep it cooler.
Disadvantages: Somewhat of a pain to put on and take off. It is not a one-person job. Also, sharp edges such as the ones on the TV antenna wings need to be covered to avoid snagging and ripping the cover. A pool noodle cut to length and split works well there. Shorter pool noodle sections are good for the slide-out rain gutter ends as well as the rail ends at the bottom of the R-Pod which can also snag the fabric.

Even with all that, I like the cover. As soon as I finish getting our 179 cleaned up from our last trip, I will be putting ours on again.

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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,...

http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7712 - ouR escaPOD mods
Former RPod 179
Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS

Posted By: MDPaddlersPod
Date Posted: 29 Aug 2016 at 4:21pm

StephenH, thanks, I am leaning towards getting one and like your advise. Which cover did you get?

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MDPaddlersPod
2017 RPod 179
2002 Silverado1500

Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 29 Aug 2016 at 4:33pm

I bought the http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00VRM05RS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 - Classic Accessories cover .

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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,...

http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7712 - ouR escaPOD mods
Former RPod 179
Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS

Posted By: mcarter
Date Posted: 29 Aug 2016 at 8:02pm

X1- Classic Accessories for my 178, nice cover and two person easy install.

Posted By: bjk
Date Posted: 30 Aug 2016 at 7:32pm

I, too, have that cover and it is challenging to put on and take off by yourself, but it can be done. I've done so a couple of times already this season, myself. One just needs to plan ahead (and move the step ladder several times).

As StephenH mentioned, it has a white top that does help considerably. I usually crack the bathroom vent a tad and open the other windows a bit after I put the cover on (there is a zipper the should line up with your door--make sure you get the cover that matches your model).

Getting it on is somewhat easier than taking off. Just make sure you watch for your antenna and not snagging on the other roof items.

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2016 HRE R-179 "CapPODccino"
2011 F-150 SLX

Posted By: IL-Podders
Date Posted: 30 Aug 2016 at 8:30pm

I also have a Classic Accessories cover for my 179 and have used it for over a year. The company was great when my first cover developed holes from rubbing against the spots that others have mentioned. They actually sent me a new cover. Besides the pool noodles, I put some Gorrila Tape on the inside of the cover where the rubbing had occurred on the first cover. Just a little extra insurance. IMO the cover is worth the price.

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Marv-N-Kathy
2015 179 RPod
2016 Chevy Tahoe

Posted By: MDPaddlersPod
Date Posted: 30 Aug 2016 at 9:14pm

I am going to check into it, howe much does the cover cost.

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MDPaddlersPod
2017 RPod 179
2002 Silverado1500

Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 30 Aug 2016 at 9:34pm

Originally posted by MDPaddlersPod

I am going to check into it, howe much does the cover cost.

$153.07 on Amazon Prime (follow link above in previous reply).

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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,...

http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7712 - ouR escaPOD mods
Former RPod 179
Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS

Posted By: MDPaddlersPod
Date Posted: 30 Aug 2016 at 10:57pm

That is actually a lot less than I expected. The one I was looking at was over 200.00. Many thanks.

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MDPaddlersPod
2017 RPod 179
2002 Silverado1500

Posted By: Q7-retired
Date Posted: 03 Sep 2016 at 8:33pm

Also have the CA cover. It's a bit fragile: don't be surprised if it tears at stress points.

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Best regards, Jim
2015-RP178
TV 2015 Audi Q7 TDI and 2017 Ford F150
At home in "Our Pod"

Posted By: timpamt
Date Posted: 24 Oct 2016 at 9:35am

Pool noodle advice is much appreciated!

I'm worried about those rain spouts that stick out about 4 inches on the slide out side. I'm thinking about fastening a plastic bowl or something like that over them to prevent snagging them and breaking them loose. It seems like the caulk is about the only thing holding them on.

Insight anybody? I just ordered the Classic Accessories cover - putting our new 179 away for it's first winter!

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Tim and Pam
2017 R-Pod 179 - "Little Bear"
2014 Toyota Tacoma Crew Cab

Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 24 Oct 2016 at 9:36am

I use short pieces of pool noodle on those as well. It seems to work okay.

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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,...

http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7712 - ouR escaPOD mods
Former RPod 179
Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS

Posted By: Bama Pod
Date Posted: 24 Oct 2016 at 2:38pm

I ordered the PermaPro (as opposed to the Polypro) for my soon to be 180.

Not sure of the difference in the real world - and costs a little more.

Lifetime warranty maybe?

Guess time will tell.

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Bama Pod
Huntsville, AL

2017 Ford F250
2017 Airstream 26U

Posted By: timpamt
Date Posted: 24 Oct 2016 at 4:11pm

If I had seen there were two types (PolyPro vs PermaPro I might have opted for the strong (more expensive) ripstop version.
From what I'm reading the Polypro and PermaPro are both polyester - but the PermaPro is "ripstop." I might just get 3 years from mine, whereas you will probably get 4 years of service from your cover - assuming we both do what we can to prevent the antenna and gutters from wearing holes in our covers.
I watch a U-Tube video of a couple that put their cover on using telescoping fiberglass paint roller poles. We're going to give that a try when we put our cover on this weekend - I'll report back!

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Tim and Pam
2017 R-Pod 179 - "Little Bear"
2014 Toyota Tacoma Crew Cab

Posted By: Bama Pod
Date Posted: 24 Oct 2016 at 5:22pm

I also did not realize there were different types.

Did not know till I read this post, saw mine costs way more, then read the difference.

Guess we'll both find out...

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Bama Pod
Huntsville, AL

2017 Ford F250
2017 Airstream 26U

Posted By: JHoffman
Date Posted: 24 Oct 2016 at 9:30pm

I ordered a PermaPro yesterday on EBay for $212 including shipping. Someday I want to pour a concrete slab and put up a 10' car port to park it under. That won't be anytime in the near future though so hopefully the cover will last until I can afford a more permanent solution.

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2016 176t Rpod the "Hoffpod"
2010 Toyota Tundra 5.7L

Posted By: Annie
Date Posted: 29 Oct 2016 at 2:19pm

Can input a tarp under the winter cover to keep top waterproof?

Posted By: Annie
Date Posted: 29 Oct 2016 at 2:21pm

Can I put a tarp under the cover to waterproof the roof of the Rpod

Posted By: mcarter
Date Posted: 29 Oct 2016 at 3:35pm

I also have a CA cover, not impressed, less than one year and it tore at none stress points. I removed it today in getting ready for trip to AL and it ripped almost like it had weathered , like a tarp. Needless to say when I bring POD back in 8 weeks I will look for better quality cover.

Posted By: IL-Podders
Date Posted: 29 Oct 2016 at 6:14pm

mcarter, contact Classic Accessories. Your cover should be under warranty. Mine was. They were very helpful and sent me a replacement cover. In addition to the pool noodles, I put gorilla tape in the areas where I thought excessive wear had occurred. It helped.

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Marv-N-Kathy
2015 179 RPod
2016 Chevy Tahoe

Posted By: mcarter
Date Posted: 29 Oct 2016 at 6:39pm

Thank you. I went to Lincoln-Way High School - class of 1969. Small world.