177 vs 179

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   We have had our 179 for a couple of trips and a couple of months now. We looked for over a year before we pulled the trigger. I think the 179 was a great choice for us; one wife, one husband, one medium dog.  The dog sleeps on the dinette set-up. On our first trip I slept on the dinette bed and honestly wasn't thrilled. It worked but, I would not want to do it all the time. My wife loves to cook and I love to eat so, the kitchen was the tipping point. I am very happy with all the storage also, the pantry that never seems to get mentioned is an awesome option. Wish you the best in whichever model you choose.

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MDPaddlersPod Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 06 Jul 2016 Location: Maryland Online Status: Offline Posts: 135	Topic: 177 vs 179 Posted: 25 Aug 2016 at 3:21pm
	We have had our 179 for a couple of trips and a couple of months now. We looked for over a year before we pulled the trigger. I think the 179 was a great choice for us; one wife, one husband, one medium dog. The dog sleeps on the dinette set-up. On our first trip I slept on the dinette bed and honestly wasn't thrilled. It worked but, I would not want to do it all the time. My wife loves to cook and I love to eat so, the kitchen was the tipping point. I am very happy with all the storage also, the pantry that never seems to get mentioned is an awesome option. Wish you the best in whichever model you choose.
	MDPaddlersPod 2017 RPod 179 2002 Silverado1500

Mojave1 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 18 Jul 2016 Location: Texas Online Status: Offline Posts: 33	Posted: 25 Aug 2016 at 7:33pm
	I believe the 179 is the largest R-Pod. It has a larger slide out. On the 177, there's more mechanical (the kitchen) in the slide out. I don't like that the door on the 179 opens to the fender. However, when traveling, it opens to the refrigerator. My wife loves to cook, the larger kitchen with extra counter space are great. Compared to our old trailer, the sofa is pretty nice and the table isn't heavy. I like the layout of the 179. The large slide out and kitchen clinched the decision for us. Wish the wet bath was 6 inches longer. We're one wife; one husband; two dogs; one 179

jato Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 23 Feb 2012 Location: Kewadin, MI Online Status: Offline Posts: 3226	Posted: 25 Aug 2016 at 9:01pm
	As mentioned by furpod, spend some sizeable time in both the 177 and the 179 and go with what suits your needs. For us, the options were limited but in January 2011 we purchased a 177 and have never regretted that decision. Have been in all the others since then, still love our 177, works for us and easy to tow with our Explorer.
	God's pod '11 model 177 '17 Ford F-150 4WD 3.5 Ecoboost Jim and Diane by beautiful Torch Lake "...and you will know the Truth and the Truth will set you free."

birderdiane526 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 08 May 2016 Location: Texas Online Status: Offline Posts: 320	Posted: 25 Aug 2016 at 9:42pm
	We have had our 179 for a few months and love it. We are very happy with the dinette area. We'll never use it as an additional bed as we have no need. I often sit on one of the "ottomans" and use the table as is. I don't like the softer foam there and will one day change it out to a firmer foam. The closet is useful as both a linen closet and clothes closet. The 179 kitchen area and storage space are great. Very pleased with our purchase!
	Diane and Michael 2016 179 "PIP" (PODDING IN PARADISE) 2007 Toyota Tundra BLOG:Podding in Paradise, birderdiane526.blogspot.com

Kayaker Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 08 Aug 2016 Online Status: Offline Posts: 9	Posted: 26 Aug 2016 at 8:05pm
	Hi SteveF, I posted the original question regarding the 177 vs 179 at the beginning of this thread. Our final decision was the 177. The extra bed was one of my top priorities and after reading several posts I decided the 179 dinette would not function as well for that bed. I wanted a set-up that would handle two adults in two different beds. The 178 would have been a good (maybe better) choice also. We picked up our new 177 (Couch's in Ohio) on August 17th and have been on the road with it since.....we will probably be 3 weeks before we arrive in Wyoming--our final destination this trip. So--after almost 10 days in the 177 I have this to say-- Pros--the lack of a closet has not been a problem for me because of the small hanging bar in the back. I don't have much to hang and this has been enough. I like the dinette in the 177, the large table, and the general layout. Cons- food storage is definitely lacking! (Other storage is small ..... I use the area under the bed for clothes--we are not using the heater at this time.) Food prep area is limited, but I find it workable. So, if the extra bed is not something that will be used (or only by a child) the 179 extra storage would be nice. But, I really like my 177! Best of luck, and whatever you end up with I think you will enjoy it!

furpod Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Moderator Group - pHp Joined: 25 Jul 2011 Location: Central KY Online Status: Offline Posts: 6128	Posted: 26 Aug 2016 at 8:18pm
	If you click on my sigline link, there are a couple storage area mods to be found... Also, is your over sink storage area deep or shallow? will hold full size paper plates, flat?

SteveF Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 23 Aug 2016 Location: El Dorado Hills Online Status: Offline Posts: 19	Posted: 26 Aug 2016 at 8:48pm
	Thanks Kayaker. I appreciate your analysis. I'm really torn. I looked at 177's and 179's today. I really like the layout of both, but the kitchen and storage is really nice on the 179. The dinette seat might only be used by our Golden Retriever to sleep on. I think what is going to force the decision is that on the models, the new Thule awning is not available on the 177. It must be because of the shorter roof. I think the awning would be great. We have a fabric awning for our T@b that is a pain to set up and doesn't work in the wind. Once again I appreciate your's and everyone else's advice. Thanks!
	Steve, Vicki and Bodie

Kayaker Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 08 Aug 2016 Online Status: Offline Posts: 9	Posted: 27 Aug 2016 at 8:46pm
	Hi Furpod, I enjoyed looking at all your mods (following the link)--some great ideas that I have added to my hubby's list. I like the shelf across above the bed, and the added bit of storage under the dinette bench. After 10 days in our pod, I know we need a new mattress. I have looked at Camping World....same one you have, I think. Our over-sink storage is deep, easily holds a dinner plate. That is a good storage cabinet. Door stays open well. One thing that annoys me is the little sink in the bath. It is almost too small to be functional. The shower line drapes across the sink making a difficult-to-use-sink even more difficult to use. The line could be attached to the wall so that it doesn't drape across the sink--but I think we would still use the other sink. Hand sanitizer on the wall would work for hand washing. So, it takes up room in a space that is already tight. I keep asking my husband if we could take it out........ he has not been enthused. Anyway, we will slowly make our modifications and enjoy the pod as we go along! Thanks for your link.

furpod Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Moderator Group - pHp Joined: 25 Jul 2011 Location: Central KY Online Status: Offline Posts: 6128	Posted: 27 Aug 2016 at 9:10pm
	Bathroom sink removal is a very popular mod.. FR even sells a kit. Good to know you got the deep cabinet, many don't. I have modded 3 other Pods to the deeper cabinet.

Kayaker Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 08 Aug 2016 Online Status: Offline Posts: 9	Posted: 27 Aug 2016 at 9:27pm
	Oh thank you! I will contact FR for the kit. Yeah!