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    Posted: 14 Oct 2013 at 8:13pm
Welcome, Bubink.
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Thanks! In the process of getting our 2014 178 and so excited! Need all the help we can get!
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Hi, I saw your information on the gel-coating on the pods.  I wanted to share what I was told this Monday at the Pomona ca. rv show and see if anyone could share more information.

The sales rep from RV SPA OF UPLAND CALIFORNIA said the 2014 r-pods have the limulus 4000 gel coating and the new 2014 models (with the royal crown options) only have a 1000 gel coating.  He said the FR rep told him that is how they saved money to add the new features on the crown package.  The new trailer will look duller up close.

I did a little research and saw were the sides of the r-pods are 4000 and the roofs are 1000.  But I did not see where any changes were made to the coating with the new royal crown options for 2014.  I was surprised to see the roofs were 1000 since the roof on the pod is also the front and back side.

I was going to call FR but decided to give you all a first crack at this question.  I started reading this sight a few weeks ago and it has been a big help on learning about the pods.   I did order a 177 crown package with the r-dome.  The wife and I want to thank you all for the great information.
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Originally posted by fwunder

This may help others. Did help me. Sticker on 2014 177.


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I am looking at the Purchase order/Invoice for the 2014 178 I have on order that my dealer emailed to me.  On yours, the 4000 gel coating is shown under the "Reserve Item" with no other items.  On mine, the same option item is "Crown Package."  It is my understanding that the 4000 coating is included with the Crown Package for all models in 2014.

Rather confusing.

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Yeah Bob, it is a little confusing and seems to vary a bit from dealer to dealer. That PDF invoice was something I found on the web while trying to compare with what we bought. The unit we pick up tomorrow lists the following:

2014 R-Pod 178
Equipment:
Carbon Monoxide Detector
Crown Package:
-Jensen "Bluetooth" AM/FM/CD/DVD Stereo w/Wire Remote Control
-Two Interior Speakers
-Two Exterior Speakers
-Keyless Entry Door Lock
-Residential Goose Neck Faucet w/Pull Out Sprayer
-Pleated Shades
Exterior Luxury Package
Interior Luxury Package
Java
13,500 BTU Air Conditioner
19" LCD Flat Screen TV
Axle Riser
Convection Microwave Oven
R-Dome Awning w/Screen Room

I'll let you know when we get it home what the gelcoat is!

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Fred, your listing is almost identical to what is on the order my dealer sent to FR.  Other than my interior color being Saddle, the only difference is that my order details what are in the Interior Luxury and Exterior Luxury packages.

It looks like we are both receiving all the options except for the bike carrier.  My 178 is not due to arrive at my Tampa dealer until November 15.

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Posts: 1676 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 16 Oct 2013 at 12:32pm
Congrats Bob! Great minds think alike! 

Would you mind parking yours in Sanibel in February so I don't have to tow ours down? I'll leave you the keys to ours up here in New Jersey! Might be a good break for you to get away from that relentless Florida winter! Smile

We are excited about bringing the pod home tomorrow. Hoping to get a few days of rookie podding in before winter sets in!

fred
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