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techntrek
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Topic: 2010 Rpod 171 Posted: 04 Sep 2012 at 9:37am |
Not planning to leave just yet.
To slide or not to slide is a big question. We saw a longer version of the model we are now considering, with a slide, and it definitely opens the space up. If we were retired and planning months-long trips or even full-timing then it would be an easier decision.
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Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ Pod instruction manual
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thebegbie
Newbie Joined: 04 Jan 2012 Location: College Station Online Status: Offline Posts: 21 |
Posted: 03 Sep 2012 at 10:11pm |
Wow Doug - I will miss your posts here when you sell the rPod. I have my two cents though... my suggestion is that you look at the new campers in the 21 to 26 feet range BUT WITH a slide (or two). I think you will still be wanting to make another decision later if you don't get one with slides... My humble opinion...
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2008 Toyota 4Runner 4x4 V6 Father of 3 Boy Scouts and yes, we cram 5 family members in our 177! When is the next camping trip? Because I'm ready for a vacation! |
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techntrek
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Posted: 29 Aug 2012 at 9:50pm |
David, the right length, and should tow perfect as a 5th wheel. It almost looks like you can still get around to the end of the bed. Maybe enough so two people aren't battling each other getting in/out of bed.
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Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ Pod instruction manual
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Paige
podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 23 Jul 2012 Location: Upstate NY Online Status: Offline Posts: 216 |
Posted: 29 Aug 2012 at 8:34pm |
We started off with a big Class C with a slide,then we went to an aFrame camper, the Chalet, similar to the A Liners. I absolutely loved it. But we wanted to spend a lot of time in the camper, so we went big again with a 28 foot Wilderness, now we are back to small,,,the R Pod. I think we are staying!
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Paige and Pete
2010 177 - RPug 2012 Rav (six cylinder) New York & Florida residents |
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Posted: 29 Aug 2012 at 5:33pm |
Thanks for the link. Most all are too big/heavy. Right now, this is my best candidate
The only thing I don't like about it is how the bed is oriented (sideways) and the gray tank is a bit small. The one you are looking at is nice. Also, don't lose too much sleep.....there IS life after the Pod.
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techntrek
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Posted: 29 Aug 2012 at 9:36am |
Following in your footsteps! The dry bath and traditional awning will be nice. I would swear that when I was looking all over I saw a 5th wheel in about that length. Maybe 22-23 feet long. I don't know which one but this would be a good place to look since this was my jumping-off point for about half the floorplans I looked at this time around: http://gulfstreamrvtrailers.com/product-lines.php |
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Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ Pod instruction manual
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Posted: 29 Aug 2012 at 7:34am |
It happens to the best of us . My RP173 wasn't the first or the last. What I have now will probably not be the last.
Though mine is within inches of the Pod (lenght & width), it "feels" more spacious. The "traditional" shape allowed for a dry bath and awning - both of which I wanted.
21' is a good size - not that much bigger as to start to restrict your choice of campsites but, the "feel" and actual extra room make things more livable.
Good luck. I'm curious about the new one.
I wish someone would come out with a 20-22' fifth wheel (other than Scamp).
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rpodcamper.com
Admin Group - pHp Joined: 26 Nov 2009 Location: Reading, Pa Online Status: Offline Posts: 3990 |
Posted: 27 Aug 2012 at 11:37am |
Boy you will miss all the tours you have to give. What Irkes me is when people see you setting up or knocking down and they want to talk about the camper.
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techntrek
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Posted: 27 Aug 2012 at 10:10am |
Yeah, I know, "scope creep" at its finest. At least I'm not shooting for a 30-footer triple-axle with quad slideouts even though I could tow one. Looks like I'm going with a 21-footer with no slides. I'll post elsewhere with more details.
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Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ Pod instruction manual
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Podsible Dream
podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 03 Dec 2010 Location: Hightstown, NJ Online Status: Offline Posts: 571 |
Posted: 27 Aug 2012 at 9:27am |
Deep breath, big sigh....
Big TV, bigger trailer. I had a feeling (if you recall). Where do we go from here? |
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Chris and Walt
'10 RP-171 'Free Spirit' '13 Dodge Durango Crew 5.7 L Hemi V8 |
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