R-Dome "fitting" seems to go through a few predictable stages- Stage 1 is just getting all the darn pieces in the right place.
Stage two is trying to tailor the 'dome to look like the pictures. It is during this stage that you figure out that the R-Dome is really just a Dometic 13' cabana that was designed for a pop-up and really only comes close to working on an R-Pod. The fact that the stake loops don't quite reach the ground and that the suction cups only work on non-decal surfaces (if at all) is part of the discovery process of Stage 2. This is also when the insect screen is ripped forcefully from the bottom keder rail and deposited in the campground dumpster.
Stage 3 is the "resignation" stage wherein you accept the R-Dome and it's limitations for what they're worth and get on with the enjoyment of camping. It's kind of a Zen thing...