Window For 2026 R-pod 179?
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Topic: Window For 2026 R-pod 179?
Posted By: GoGirlKY
Subject: Window For 2026 R-pod 179?
Date Posted: 07 Nov 2017 at 7:38pm
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Has anyone installed a window in an R-pod 179 or other? I see that the newer models now have them, but our 2016 model does not. Cost? ------------- Dog lover and camping enthusiast 🐶 ⛺️ 2016 R-pod 179 and 2017 Chevy Silverado 4x4 Beloved husband and a Labradoodle named “Cooper” |
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Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 07 Nov 2017 at 8:13pm
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Ours is also a 2016 RP179. I installed a window. You can see it in my mods (link in signature). I ordered it on Amazon. You would need to check for current price. The hardest part about it is getting up the nerve to cut into your door. Make a template and cut tight to it. If the opening is a little small, enlarge it a little at a time. It is better to cut small and adjust than to cut too big. ------------- StephenH Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7712 - ouR escaPOD mods Former RPod 179 Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS |
Posted By: backin15
Date Posted: 07 Nov 2017 at 8:36pm
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I found that out the hard way, I measured twice and cut once, and made my cut from the inside. I used a thin blade on the corners, and it decided it wanted to go straight on the corners resulting in the outside opening being much larger than desired! A healthy bead of caulk was used and all is well, there are no leaks and the results are worth it. If I did it again, I would cut from the outside for a good seal. ------------- 2015 179 2013 Xterra Pro 4X |
Posted By: voisj
Date Posted: 08 Nov 2017 at 12:37am
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Window for a 2026 R-pod? Haven't cut any windows in yet,
But I'm installing this 24" x 8" tilt out window into the rear wall of the pod, (180 dry bath) this weekend. Since there is no fan or window in the bathroom this will give us some light and venting. I'll let you know how it goes:) (a little nervous).....  rgds John
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Posted By: mcarter
Date Posted: 08 Nov 2017 at 8:16am
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Voisj,
Seeing as how you are not talking about the door, where many of us have put a window. I recommend you get a stud checker and make sure you are not cutting a support. I know mine does not have a frame persay, it has strategically placed supports that bolster the walls. Also for anybody that cares - Vintage Technologies out of MI has some of the best prives and selection of RV windows. ------------- Mike Carter 2015 178 " I had the right to remain silent, I just didn't have the ability." |
Posted By: mcarter
Date Posted: 08 Nov 2017 at 8:23am
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GoGirlKY,
Check out Vintage Technologies on the Internet, they sell same window as Amazon, much cheaper. Good folks to deal with. That is where I got my door window. ------------- Mike Carter 2015 178 " I had the right to remain silent, I just didn't have the ability." |
Posted By: furpod
Date Posted: 08 Nov 2017 at 8:51am
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Many people have installed a door window. Not a big deal. The old measure twice cut once adage is very true here.. https://postimg.org/image/5hlyjblr1/">  ------------- |
Posted By: marwayne
Date Posted: 08 Nov 2017 at 10:20am
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------------- If you want something done right, do it yourself. 2011 RP172, 2016 Tundra 5.7 Litre, Ltd. |
Posted By: GoGirlKY
Date Posted: 08 Nov 2017 at 6:59pm
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Thanks so much to all! Great tips and advice! ------------- Dog lover and camping enthusiast 🐶 ⛺️ 2016 R-pod 179 and 2017 Chevy Silverado 4x4 Beloved husband and a Labradoodle named “Cooper” |
Posted By: voisj
Date Posted: 08 Nov 2017 at 9:43pm
mcarter, I'm way past that, the rear curved back of the pod has horizontal wood pieces centered at 9" I custom made the window at 8" tall by getting a 24" wide by 30" tall window and cutting down the frame to 24" wide by 8" tall and getting a new tempered smoked piece to fit the new window size. Got the window on eBay. The height is made so it will still work with the curve. When I pulled the interior wall skin loose there was no insulation in that Bay! But the one above and below it was insulated. The window will be 5' off the floor. Rgds, john ------------- http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9426&title=slopod-180-mods-johnsue - SLOPODMODS John&Sue,SLO,CA 2016 180 HRE, 2013 F150 Eco Boost
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Posted By: DavMar
Date Posted: 09 Nov 2017 at 12:33pm
I hope your project goes well, which I'm sure it will. Please, do all of us a favor (especial fellow 180 owners) a write up of your mod with photos! My only question for now is what do you plan to use to cut the hole? ------------- Dave & Marlene J with Zoey the wonder dog. 2017 Rpod 180 2016 Toyota Tacoma SR5 4x4 Lexington, NC |
Posted By: voisj
Date Posted: 09 Nov 2017 at 8:18pm
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Davemar,
I'll do a post on the process after I'm done My go to for this type of project is a 4" grinder,but jig saw or sawsall may come into play. Does your 180 have a fan in the bath? Or does anyone know if the 17.5 has one? I think the no fan, or venting in the bath (rainforest) thing is lame. Rgds john ------------- http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9426&title=slopod-180-mods-johnsue - SLOPODMODS John&Sue,SLO,CA 2016 180 HRE, 2013 F150 Eco Boost
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Posted By: DavMar
Date Posted: 09 Nov 2017 at 10:02pm
Nope, sorry to say my RP doesn't have a vent in the bath. Though the vent is only right outside the bathroom door and there is a gap of a couple inches on the top of the bathroom door which helps vent out moisture from the bath. What I'd really like is what some of the 2018 models have which is a skylight in the bath which helps not only with lighting during the day but makes a small space, the bathroom, seem bigger. ------------- Dave & Marlene J with Zoey the wonder dog. 2017 Rpod 180 2016 Toyota Tacoma SR5 4x4 Lexington, NC |
Posted By: Old Surfer
Date Posted: 09 Nov 2017 at 11:00pm
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John: Will you be working on it this Saturday? If so, I'd like to come be and take a look. I'll be down at Pismo surfing on Saturday. Rick
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