New rpod 179 - Event Date: 11 Apr 2014

Originally posted by Grayotter We bought our 179 3 months ago. Didn't need an extra bed, so gave the table to Goodwill and bought a portable roll up aluminum table as a replacement. Much easier to store and move around.  Happy Trails... Gar

Congrats on new 179. We bought ours inWV recently and love it. My input on your questios. Table: there is a discussion on here about this. My is 1 in to high but we currently use only queen bed. TV Att.: it is omni directional and does not need to move. There is a single booster. Small button on plate where cable connects. Lights up when pushed in. My battery is a interstate. I would not worry about it unless you are going to do lots of dry camping soon. If so I would consider upgrading to 2 6volts for the power capacity. 

Congrats on the new 179.  The fun begins!  And, on your questions, you're about to experience the power of the forum.  The "search" function can become your new best friend.  On batteries, for example, you'll find a huge amount of info on selection, care & feeding.  (And, yes, 2 6-volts is a good choice.)

Picked up our 2015 179 in Sept from Beacon RV in St Joseph Mo. His deal was in line with Couch.  We bought our 173 from Couch.  Long drive but saved big $.  Couldn't find comparable prices in CO.  This time we were already going to Lake of the Ozark's for a golf outing so it worked out great.  We love our 179 we had to put it away for the winter but plan on longer trips next Spring.  I agree that you need to have a good walk thru..  We didn't this time and FR does not offer a manual with specific info for the r-pod but it gives you the basics.  I took notes the first time with my 173.  Learn about winterizing (if you need it).  Had bad sensors for black and grey water, had it fixed when got home and FR paid with no problems.  Put a mirror in the top pantry door, added a couple hooks for dish towels, made a spice rack by the stove, shelves on a pole (walmart) in the bathroom, and another in corner over the little sink.  Found out that the wiring for solar is just a direct hook up to the battery so got a connector that fits and it works with my Harbor Freight 45 watt system with controller.  May upgrade later.  Good travels.  Ray        

I'm just a little down the road from you in Atwater.  From Modesto originally.