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bjk
Groupie Joined: 23 May 2016 Location: Hillsboro, OR Online Status: Offline Posts: 65 |
Topic: Dano's 179 Jeep Edition Posted: 13 Aug 2016 at 9:13pm |
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It looks very nice!
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2016 HRE R-179 "CapPODccino"
2011 F-150 SLX |
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DanoJKU
Newbie Joined: 21 Aug 2015 Online Status: Offline Posts: 35 |
Posted: 13 Aug 2016 at 9:00pm | |
Thanks Leo! We did 2 camping trips already this month and really enjoyed it.
Now it's time to integrate a real awning and replace the RDome. It's ok but I want something easier, faster and more attractive. And the best mattress ever... |
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Dano and Shell
2020 Imagine 2150RB \ 2019 F150 5.0 |
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Leo B
podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 13 Jan 2012 Location: Lyndonville, VT Online Status: Offline Posts: 4508 |
Posted: 23 Jul 2016 at 8:49pm | |
Nice set up!!
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Leo & Melissa Bachand
2017 Ford F150 2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk Previously owned 2015 Rpod 179 2010 Rpod 171 |
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DanoJKU
Newbie Joined: 21 Aug 2015 Online Status: Offline Posts: 35 |
Posted: 23 Jul 2016 at 8:47pm | |
Equipment List
I don't see how it would be safe to run the P235 tires without the axle risers. Yes, there would be some fender clearance but not enough in my opinion. It have not flexed the RPod suspension off-road to be able to offer an opinion on that, but I like the fender clearance and the frame height that the axle risers provide.
**You need to order the unit with the correct harness for your vehicle or buy the correct harness separately**
**You may need 8 inch drop\rise version, measure for youself**
http://www.discounttiredirect.com/direct/tires/nankang/size/viewProductDetail.do?ra=%2Ftires%2Fnankang%2Fsize%2FviewProductResults&pc=15437&ar=75&rd=15&cs=235
**I called them and asked them for a quote for 3 wheels (shipped) instead of 2. I asked for 3 valve stems and 15 lug nuts, the OEM lug nuts should work too. I already had chrome caps (I will paint black) but the wheels don't come with them so you can ask them if they offer them.**
Tools I keep these tools in the RPod compartment in case they are needed for adjustment or repairs.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001DKPTEI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00Q01O126/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00Q01O54U/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000J15LVS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Dano and Shell
2020 Imagine 2150RB \ 2019 F150 5.0 |
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DanoJKU
Newbie Joined: 21 Aug 2015 Online Status: Offline Posts: 35 |
Posted: 23 Jul 2016 at 8:45pm | |
And time passes... 10 weeks or so later and we finally get our 179 from the Dealer. FR delays, Holiday week delays and shipping delays made this project a little frustrating. The 179 did turn out exactly as I designed. This is the first pic I took with the P235 Nankang Mud tires on 15" steel trailer wheels, the same wheel as the R-pod spare, and also with the optional axle riser. I am also running the new Anderson Weight Distribution Hitch which has been very impressive so far. It is really easy to install, easy to use and connect and it functions exactly as I wanted. I can adjust it for the exact amount of sag on the rear of the Jeep. Very cool product.
So this makes me the first to build my own Hood River Edition with the new Axle clocking, but to me it's a "Jeep Edition." I have a 24" coupler height which was right on the money for my Jeep and hitch. Pictures of the Axle Riser, Anderson 3604 Camper Leveler and Anderson 3324 Hitch which is prefect for lifted trailers and tow vehicles, (Anderson offers an 8 inch drop\rise shank that would be better suited for some tow vehicle trailer combinations.) |
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Dano and Shell
2020 Imagine 2150RB \ 2019 F150 5.0 |
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xfitpanther
Newbie Joined: 09 May 2016 Location: MO Online Status: Offline Posts: 27 |
Posted: 10 May 2016 at 10:16pm | |
Here is a 2016. Its pretty level. |
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David
2017 r-Pod 180 |
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DanoJKU
Newbie Joined: 21 Aug 2015 Online Status: Offline Posts: 35 |
Posted: 10 May 2016 at 9:00pm | |
Thank you and thanks for that feedback! I was hoping that sofa-dinette would be able to sleep 1 person comfortably with everything lining up appropriately. I don't know if FR made a wrong move in the earlier models or not, but it is reassuring to hear from you both it works as expected... and is comfortable. |
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Dano and Shell
2020 Imagine 2150RB \ 2019 F150 5.0 |
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Patriot Dave
Senior Member Joined: 06 Feb 2016 Location: LaSalle, Mi. 48 Online Status: Offline Posts: 206 |
Posted: 10 May 2016 at 8:10pm | |
Congratulations. My wife and I this winter went through the very same discussions you did regarding which model to choose. We spent hours over many days at the dealer setting in models we liked. We are long time tent campers, been married 48 years and have 4 season tent camped through all of those years. This is our first RV and we chose the 179. For our style camping and since there will only be two of us we thought it would be our best choice. I have personally messed around with the sofa bed set up and it works as pictured in ones of the posts. Good Luck |
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Dave & Joyce
Never Forget, In God We Trust; This Our National Motto. Member; Patriot Guard Riders, Michigan Chapter Retired; So Every Day is Saturday.... Except Sunday |
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StephenH
podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 29 Nov 2015 Location: Wake Forest, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 6289 |
Posted: 10 May 2016 at 7:08pm | |
Remove the rounded end cushions and the flat back cushion, and the dinette area is a great size for one person. A friend slept quite comfortably there when we went on a trip recently. Depending on her size, you may only need to relocate one end cushion to the other end and move the center cushion. |
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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,... ouR escaPOD mods Former RPod 179 Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS |
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johnmaci
Senior Member Joined: 17 Jun 2014 Location: MD Online Status: Offline Posts: 202 |
Posted: 10 May 2016 at 6:26pm | |
Now all you need is a set of wheels/tires like you have on the Jeep, and a black body wrap and you're all set :)
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