Quality Control

I have a 2018 180 and have used it half a dozen times. It is my first trailer so my expectations may be unreasonable but the general quality of my Rpod is disappointing. I’ve had to replace and tighten screws that were never properly installed, replaced an AC shroud that was cracked and blew off, and removed the carbon monoxide detector that malfunctioned. There are marks on all of the paper wall coverings and glue stains on the ceiling. The exterior rubber trim had to be replaced and most of the LED lights are installed crooked. And that doesn’t even address the useless refrigerator and shower head. I suspect the manufacturer doesn’t care about return customers. It’s a cool concept but I don’t want to make trailer repair my part time job. I wonder if the Airstream is a better value.

That was a really nice reply. Most message boards turn to arguing. I love the concept of the Rpod and the layout is good but I feel a little insulted by some of the cheesy stuff. That paper wallpaper is totally impractical and yeah, those cheap little LED puck lights are installed crooked. Some don’t line up in a row and some aren’t flush. I’m not totally dissatisfied but I think for 20k they could have put nicer finishes on. But the refrigerator is the real mystery. Doesn’t work at all. I’ve tried every trick there is and it’s barely cool. I took it in three months after purchasing and they kept it a week and said I can’t expect it to keep food cold when it’s hot outside. I camp when it’s warm outside. They could have left the space open for storage and kept their refrigerator. I had to buy a compressor cooler and use the fridge for storage. Most people assume a refrigerator will keep things cool at least. Maybe they can offer this refrigerator to folks who use their camper in cold weather and I could have paid for an upgrade for one that works in warm weather. I guess maybe this is something intrinsic to trailers. I’m probably naive. After I wrote my post I noticed a cabinet that doesn’t close flush anymore and a piece of wood trim loose in a drawer. Hilarious. I will adjust my expectations with my next trailer. Thanks again!

Originally posted by DH That was a really nice reply. Most message boards turn to arguing. I love the concept of the Rpod and the layout is good but I feel a little insulted by some of the cheesy stuff. That paper wallpaper is totally impractical and yeah, those cheap little LED puck lights are installed crooked. Some don’t line up in a row and some aren’t flush. I’m not totally dissatisfied but I think for 20k they could have put nicer finishes on. But the refrigerator is the real mystery. Doesn’t work at all. I’ve tried every trick there is and it’s barely cool. I took it in three months after purchasing and they kept it a week and said I can’t expect it to keep food cold when it’s hot outside. I camp when it’s warm outside. They could have left the space open for storage and kept their refrigerator. I had to buy a compressor cooler and use the fridge for storage. Most people assume a refrigerator will keep things cool at least. Maybe they can offer this refrigerator to folks who use their camper in cold weather and I could have paid for an upgrade for one that works in warm weather. I guess maybe this is something intrinsic to trailers. I’m probably naive. After I wrote my post I noticed a cabinet that doesn’t close flush anymore and a piece of wood trim loose in a drawer. Hilarious. I will adjust my expectations with my next trailer. Thanks again!

+1 to the replies above. I haven't had a TT for quite a few years now and this forum is great for me to refresh/relearn a lot of what I need to know when our trailer finally arrives this week or next!

I pay it forward for all I am learning by trying to help out where I feel I can contribute and support others in a positive fashion.

I do try to keep my expectations in check as these are very lightly built freedom machines!

Now, i am off to my Goat Yoga class...

Andy

Thanks so much for the tip on the fridge. But I have decided to let that go. I spent hours trying to get that thing to work including starting it up two days in advance and freezing things before I put them in. Even then basically using it as an expensive cooler it was pathetic. If refrigeration isn’t possible in the heat then I wish they’d just make a cabinet there so I’m not towing the extra weight for no reason. I’m thinking of converting to lithium battery and getting a compressor fridge. I only camp in isolated places with no electro so it would probably benefit me. I just have to study up. I’m a girl and have never been exposed to electrical theory. Thanks again.