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Pod People
Senior Member Joined: 22 Sep 2011 Location: Chapel Hill,NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 1078 |
Topic: Door window security issues??? Posted: 17 Apr 2017 at 2:51pm |
I have read several posts about adding a vertical sliding window to the door of our Pod.
We are thinking about installing a window in our door. Has anyone had any security issues or leaks with the vertical sliders? A second question--vintage Technologies has 2 sizes that seem to work- a 14x21 and a 15x24. does anyone have thoughts about a preference and why? Thanks Vann |
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furpod
Moderator Group - pHp Joined: 25 Jul 2011 Location: Central KY Online Status: Offline Posts: 6128 |
Posted: 17 Apr 2017 at 3:12pm |
Portholes look better in rings pods.. just sayin'... LOL
I have not heard anyone here or on the FB group who had an issue with the window of any kind after a proper install. |
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StephenH
podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 29 Nov 2015 Location: Wake Forest, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 6326 |
Posted: 17 Apr 2017 at 3:16pm |
Our vertical slider has worked well. I guess someone could force it open and get in. Then again, the way these are constructed, someone could just punch through the door or wall and do the same. It is like the old adage, "locks only keep honest people honest."
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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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lostagain
Senior Member Joined: 06 Sep 2016 Location: Quaker Hill, CT Online Status: Offline Posts: 2595 |
Posted: 17 Apr 2017 at 3:36pm |
We got an opening marine porthole that is about 10" and put it into the door. It worked great and really fits with the retro look of the pod. The ring flange on the porthole was the same thickness as the door so it fit in just right. The only bad thing is that you can't open and close it with the door closed b/c the screen door blocks it. On the other hand, the screen door makes a porthole screen unnecessary. If you want a picture, p.m. and we'll figure out how to send one to you.
I like the size of the porthole because it is big enough to let in light, but doesn't affect the rigidity of the door. Insofar as security goes, it'd be pretty tough to break the plastic lens and reach to the latch. .... and no one is going to fit through a porthole. |
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Fred & Maria Kearney Sonoma 167RB Our Pod 172 2019 Ford F-150 4x4 2.7 EcoBoost |
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Posted: 17 Apr 2017 at 5:07pm |
+1 On the security issue, I would think a door window no more or less secure than any of the other windows. While better than a tent, these things are not that hard to get in to. Get the window you like and enjoy it. |
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mcarter
podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 07 Apr 2016 Location: Greenbrier, TN Online Status: Offline Posts: 3419 |
Posted: 17 Apr 2017 at 5:19pm |
I don't think any criminal would attempt to enter you pod thru a door window, they would crack the door, criminals do what is easy because they think easy, makes no sense. Do what you think is comfortable to you.
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Mike Carter
2015 178 " I had the right to remain silent, I just didn't have the ability." |
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Itinerate Pod
Newbie Joined: 11 Apr 2017 Location: Grass Valley,CA Online Status: Offline Posts: 9 |
Posted: 17 Apr 2017 at 5:54pm |
We had a 5th wheel trailer on a remote piece of property and a bear broke in 3 different times. The bear would grab the lower corner below the latch/lock and peel it back. The bent part was between the lower hinge and the lock. The R Pod doors look similar. Each time the total on the replacement door cost me $700.00, so after that 3rd time, we threw in the towel, pulled it back to town and sold it.
I figured the bear could get in faster than we could with a key. So, it would not be difficult to get in you were willing to wreck the door.
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Jim & Kathy
Sadie, our canine companion 2017.5 RP 180 HRE 2006 Northstar Popup Truck Camper 2017 Audi Q7, 2006 Dodge 2500 4x4 Diesel |
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Pod People
Senior Member Joined: 22 Sep 2011 Location: Chapel Hill,NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 1078 |
Posted: 17 Apr 2017 at 10:14pm |
Thanks for all of the input.
Luckily we don't spend a lot of time in bear country! We have read all of the posts about the installation and feel comfortable doing the job. I talked with the nice people at Vintage Technologies and they are very helpful. They know the R Pods well. I'll keep you informed Thanks Vann |
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StephenH
podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 29 Nov 2015 Location: Wake Forest, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 6326 |
Posted: 18 Apr 2017 at 9:03pm |
If you need some moral support, we'sre not too far away from you.
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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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Danielw1
Senior Member Joined: 01 Apr 2017 Location: Oregon Online Status: Offline Posts: 115 |
Posted: 18 Apr 2017 at 10:29pm |
Bear country is fun country. I would not worry about window security and if you are worried, just leave your door unlocked. That will prevent anyone from breaking stuff if they want in.
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