R-Pod covers
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Topic: R-Pod covers
Posted By: drpilot
Subject: R-Pod covers
Date Posted: 20 Oct 2011 at 2:07pm
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We have ordered a new R-Pod with air conditioner & antenna. Can anyone give us advice on a cover to accomodate? The only one I have seen does not accomodate air or antenna.
We look forward to being part of the R-Pod community.
Gary C ------------- Gary C |
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Posted By: WWRON
Date Posted: 20 Oct 2011 at 2:31pm
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I am using the cover from northern tool co. We have a RP177 with air and TV, Cover fits well. ------------- WWR RP 177 HRE 2010 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited |
Posted By: TerryM
Date Posted: 20 Oct 2011 at 3:27pm
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I have the same cover on my 175 with AC and antenna. Fits great and you can't beat the price. Terry WELCOME TO THE GROUP!
 ------------- RP-175 W/Lift Kit 2011 Ford F-150 4X4 Saint Augustine, FL: The first permanent European settlement in the USA: 1565 |
Posted By: furpod
Date Posted: 20 Oct 2011 at 4:28pm
Here is a picture of one that "does not" accommodate the A/C and antenna.. lol. Totally up to you how much accommodation you need.. ------------- |
Posted By: Goose
Date Posted: 20 Oct 2011 at 5:55pm
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We orderd a cover when we orderd our r-pod from the dealer it is made for the R-pod fits perfect! ------------- Mother Goose's Caboose..2011 RP171..07 Grand Cherokee 
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Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 20 Oct 2011 at 6:48pm
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Welcome, drpilot! ------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual 
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Posted By: drpilot
Date Posted: 20 Oct 2011 at 7:28pm
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Thanks everyone! The response was helpful. I ordered today.
Good to be a "POD"
Gary C ------------- Gary C |
Posted By: psaman
Date Posted: 20 Oct 2011 at 8:08pm
Welcome !! ------------- 2011 R-177 "Sponge-Pod" 2011 F-150 XLT "Texas Edition" |
Posted By: drjim
Date Posted: 30 Sep 2013 at 3:34pm
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we have just purchased an r pod 178.....too long for the covers listed....any help?? Jim ------------- drjim |
Posted By: wingnut2312
Date Posted: 30 Sep 2013 at 8:03pm
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I have the same problem with the 182g. ------------- 2014 rpod 182G Ford Expedition |
Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 30 Sep 2013 at 8:28pm
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178, 181g and 182g can purchase a cover from FR for $400 that fit it now. Coming in December, the company that makes the previous 2 sizes that are cheaper and available online are launching a cover that will fit the 3rd size of Pods. They have not shared pricing info as of yet in any correspondance I've had with them but their version should be available late this year. ------------- https://calendar.google.com/calendar?cid=cnBvZC5zcG90dGVyQGdtYWlsLmNvbQ - RPod Rallies https://www.google.com/maps/d/embed?mid=1W1foQXGtrjf8aYly1uh0b-bHPfI&hl=en_US - RPod Owner Map |
Posted By: wingnut2312
Date Posted: 30 Sep 2013 at 9:03pm
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Thanks! I've seen you post that before, but couldn't find it or what else you included. If you seethis available before the rest of us, would you mind posting purchasing info?
Thanks again for the info!! ------------- 2014 rpod 182G Ford Expedition |
Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 01 Oct 2013 at 11:25am
Absolutely, I'll be keeping up with it because we may be buying for our 181g as well. http://classicaccessories.com/rv/travel-trailer/rv-polypro-3-teardrop-trailer-cover.html - http://classicaccessories.com/rv/travel-trailer/rv-polypro-3-teardrop-trailer-cover.html Is the link for them. I'll be watching for a webpage update and also following up with them in early December! ------------- https://calendar.google.com/calendar?cid=cnBvZC5zcG90dGVyQGdtYWlsLmNvbQ - RPod Rallies https://www.google.com/maps/d/embed?mid=1W1foQXGtrjf8aYly1uh0b-bHPfI&hl=en_US - RPod Owner Map |
Posted By: West Virginia Girls
Date Posted: 03 Oct 2013 at 2:58pm
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Will these new ones fit the 177 also? ------------- Billie & Debbie Furry friends: Jake & Mollie 2013 RPOD 177 2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD |
Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 06 Oct 2013 at 3:14pm
The existing covers already fit the 177. ------------- https://calendar.google.com/calendar?cid=cnBvZC5zcG90dGVyQGdtYWlsLmNvbQ - RPod Rallies https://www.google.com/maps/d/embed?mid=1W1foQXGtrjf8aYly1uh0b-bHPfI&hl=en_US - RPod Owner Map |
Posted By: wingnut2312
Date Posted: 10 Oct 2013 at 3:25pm
I contacted the company and they said tbat the new covers will definitely fit the larger pods. Only downside, they wont be available until Spring of 2014.  ------------- 2014 rpod 182G Ford Expedition |
Posted By: GrapeSoda
Date Posted: 10 Oct 2013 at 4:39pm
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About the.... http://classicaccessories.com/rv/travel-trailer/rv-polypro-3-teardrop-trailer-cover.html - http://classicaccessories.com/rv/travel-trailer/rv-polypro-3-teardrop-trailer-cover.html You can get this on amazon for $169. These covers fit? The websites all say it is 15'1" and the stats of the 177 say 18'8" . People with 177's keep saying they got these but that is a 3 foot difference? Does it still fit? The FR one is way to expensive. My 177 is a 2014.
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Posted By: Sleepless
Date Posted: 10 Oct 2013 at 5:48pm
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Yes, it will fit. The 18' 8" includes the tongue of the pod. If you want to save $70, check out this web site. http://www.meijer.com/s/classic-accessories-overdrive-polypro-iii-forest-river-teardrop-trailer-cover/_/R-211191 - http://www.meijer.com/s/classic-accessories-overdrive-polypro-iii-forest-river-teardrop-trailer-cover/_/R-211191 This is the same cover for $138 less $15.00. Bob ------------- 2014 R-Pod 178 (OUR POD) 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche |
Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 11 Oct 2013 at 10:44am
Oh bummer, they've moved it until Spring. Thanks for the info! ------------- https://calendar.google.com/calendar?cid=cnBvZC5zcG90dGVyQGdtYWlsLmNvbQ - RPod Rallies https://www.google.com/maps/d/embed?mid=1W1foQXGtrjf8aYly1uh0b-bHPfI&hl=en_US - RPod Owner Map |
Posted By: wingnut2312
Date Posted: 11 Oct 2013 at 11:02am
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Yeah. I asked the rep and she was excited, but stated spring of 2014. ------------- 2014 rpod 182G Ford Expedition |
Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 11 Oct 2013 at 3:06pm
Yuh I hadn't talked to her in a month or more. She was telling me December 3rd. I told her a lot of Podders would be happy at Christmas this year if so! ------------- https://calendar.google.com/calendar?cid=cnBvZC5zcG90dGVyQGdtYWlsLmNvbQ - RPod Rallies https://www.google.com/maps/d/embed?mid=1W1foQXGtrjf8aYly1uh0b-bHPfI&hl=en_US - RPod Owner Map |
Posted By: Rabbit
Date Posted: 13 Oct 2013 at 10:23am
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Call Forest River.
I have a 177. The cover fist like a glove. The cover is made of canvas. |
Posted By: GrapeSoda
Date Posted: 20 Oct 2013 at 8:10pm
| I have a 2014 177 ... I bought the classic accessories cover for $139 on amazon and it fits perfect. It was pretty easy to put on. |
Posted By: SchipperPod
Date Posted: 24 Oct 2013 at 4:03pm
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I'm just trying to confirm that most think a cover is necessary? My husband and I aren't in agreement - he thinks it will be fine without a cover all winter (in Utah), and I think a cover would be good to protect it. Those that have them and those that don't - it would be great to hear how necessary you think they are? ------------- Happy tails and trails! Teri & Jeff Black Plus 4 Schipperkes: Kodi, Jessie, Maggie & Bear 2014 R-Pod 178 2013 Santa Fe Sport Turbo |
Posted By: hogone
Date Posted: 24 Oct 2013 at 4:25pm
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Personally I have never used a cover nor raised my tires. I actually have no intention to do so for whatever reason. I wax mine with turtle wax wash & wax spray wax everytime i wash the pod (which is quite frequently) so it has a great coat of wax on it. I use my pod year round, and just don't want to mess with a cover. Note though that I did need to replace the vinyl trim on it this fall, so either i got a bad batch or the sun takes a beating on it. No objection to a cover, I just don't want the hassle and want access to it 24 hours a day!!!!! hogone ------------- Jon & Pam 2013 RP177 2010 F150 2017 HD Streetglide 2009 HD Lowrider CHEESEHEAD |
Posted By: GrapeSoda
Date Posted: 24 Oct 2013 at 6:08pm
| I don't think you need a cover... I mean it is made for the outside. That being said.. I got one, mainly because I store it all winter... covers help keep it clean, and helps keep the vents clear of most insects, leaves, and whatever other evilness could get in. If you are going to store it without a cover at least tape up the vents. Spider like to make nests inside the furnace tube, sometime cutting off the propane feed. |
Posted By: SchipperPod
Date Posted: 24 Oct 2013 at 6:54pm
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Good tips! Thanks to you both!! (Now I can spend that $400 on a new mattress…!) ------------- Happy tails and trails! Teri & Jeff Black Plus 4 Schipperkes: Kodi, Jessie, Maggie & Bear 2014 R-Pod 178 2013 Santa Fe Sport Turbo |
Posted By: hogone
Date Posted: 24 Oct 2013 at 8:03pm
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excellent points, but honestly i have more concern about bugs/insects in the summer ------------- Jon & Pam 2013 RP177 2010 F150 2017 HD Streetglide 2009 HD Lowrider CHEESEHEAD |
Posted By: GA_RPOD_178
Date Posted: 25 Oct 2013 at 5:25am
Forest River now makes a cover for the 178 that is long enough. It's pricy ($400), but it fit fine. We have it on our 178 now. Ours is parked outside and as the leaves began to fall the tannin was staining the top. I cleaned it up before putting the cover on and since I still work, the savings in my time was worth it. We used a couple of ladders to put it on and it took about 5 minutes. Very easy. Ditto for taking it off. No problem with AC or antenna. http://s1350.photobucket.com/user/jtudor49/media/20130922_145814_resized_zpsa9c56de0.jpg.html">
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Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 25 Oct 2013 at 9:05am
Cover looks good, you can tell the difference in the FR river ones when you see it's the same material all over. ------------- https://calendar.google.com/calendar?cid=cnBvZC5zcG90dGVyQGdtYWlsLmNvbQ - RPod Rallies https://www.google.com/maps/d/embed?mid=1W1foQXGtrjf8aYly1uh0b-bHPfI&hl=en_US - RPod Owner Map |
Posted By: drjim
Date Posted: 25 Oct 2013 at 5:55pm
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i see it....where can i buy it?? ------------- drjim |
Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 25 Oct 2013 at 6:08pm
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The one from FR you can call and buy now. Lindsay Kring Parts Administrator 574-642-3119 Ext 209 The one from classicaccessories.com is not available until the first week of December for the 178, and 18xg sized models. Also as an update for others Kris has confirmed we are still on track for a 1st week of December release of the new larger covers. ------------- https://calendar.google.com/calendar?cid=cnBvZC5zcG90dGVyQGdtYWlsLmNvbQ - RPod Rallies https://www.google.com/maps/d/embed?mid=1W1foQXGtrjf8aYly1uh0b-bHPfI&hl=en_US - RPod Owner Map |
Posted By: drjim
Date Posted: 26 Oct 2013 at 8:51am
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thanks..I think i will wait for the december one......$100 a month in savings. jim ------------- drjim |
Posted By: West Virginia Girls
Date Posted: 28 Oct 2013 at 11:24am
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Is this the one from Northern Tool? ------------- Billie & Debbie Furry friends: Jake & Mollie 2013 RPOD 177 2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD |
Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 28 Oct 2013 at 11:38am
The picture is of the one from Forest River. ------------- https://calendar.google.com/calendar?cid=cnBvZC5zcG90dGVyQGdtYWlsLmNvbQ - RPod Rallies https://www.google.com/maps/d/embed?mid=1W1foQXGtrjf8aYly1uh0b-bHPfI&hl=en_US - RPod Owner Map |
Posted By: dsmiths
Date Posted: 28 Oct 2013 at 9:00pm
We have the Factory Pod cover in tan. going into its 3rd season shortly. no complaints. it is heavy and there is a trick to putting it on by yourself but I have a routine now and can put it on and tie it down in about 15 minutes. I like the heavy zippers on it. I also wander out there during the winter and open the zipper, flip on the electric heater and pop some corn in the microwave and watch some t.v. its kind of like a poor mans "Man Cave"  ------------- Dane and Donna Smith 2011 RP-172 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer 4X4 lift kit prodigy wireless brake controller |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 29 Oct 2013 at 7:31am
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Poor man's? I could build one heck of a man cave with what I paid for the pod! Although I couldn't take it with me on vacation... ------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual
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Posted By: West Virginia Girls
Date Posted: 08 Nov 2013 at 4:43pm
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Just put our new cover (the one from Classic Accessories, ordered from Amazon) on the Froggie Pod. She's snug as a bug in a rug! Easy as pie! 2013 177--fits perfectly! BTW, our 177 had the hot water heater bypass kit already installed. See y'all in the Spring! Come to West Virginia--it's Wild & Wonderful! ------------- Billie & Debbie Furry friends: Jake & Mollie 2013 RPOD 177 2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD |
Posted By: dsmiths
Date Posted: 08 Nov 2013 at 7:37pm
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I Put my factory cover on the Pod today with a heavy heart, winterized, covered and setting in the winter parking spot. Ohh come on spring. ------------- Dane and Donna Smith 2011 RP-172 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer 4X4 lift kit prodigy wireless brake controller |
Posted By: Goose
Date Posted: 09 Nov 2013 at 5:43pm
Three years ago our factory cover was tan, now it is gray on the outside and still tan on the inside. I had it on and the 40+ mph wind that we had yesterday removed for me and was nice enough to leave it on the ground next to The POD (sorry no pictures of that moment). Used the JD POD mover to take it out next to the barn and put the straps on the front and the back to hold it in place. Should have put the straps on when I first put the cover on. Goose
 ------------- Mother Goose's Caboose..2011 RP171..07 Grand Cherokee
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Posted By: Rabbit
Date Posted: 09 Nov 2013 at 6:09pm
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I bought one form FR due to the fact it is made from canvas. It will not tear unless you make a real mistake putting it on. We did put it on this year in 5 minutes with one person on each side.
RW |
Posted By: Rabbit
Date Posted: 09 Nov 2013 at 6:10pm
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I bought one form FR due to the fact it is made from canvas. It will not tear unless you make a real mistake putting it on. We did put it on this year in 5 minutes with one person on each side.
RW |
Posted By: Sleepless
Date Posted: 09 Nov 2013 at 6:27pm
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I am surprised that FR would sell canvas covers. Most covers, tents, etc, today are made of synthetic fabrics due to the weight of canvas and the fact that it becomes moldy or mildewed so easily. ------------- 2014 R-Pod 178 (OUR POD) 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche |
Posted By: Rabbit
Date Posted: 09 Nov 2013 at 10:53pm
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we have had it for three winters without a problem. |
Posted By: dsmiths
Date Posted: 10 Nov 2013 at 7:54pm
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I am on year 3 with my f.r. cover and no mildew problem. I do crack the vent in the bathroom to let some air through. and the cover is not so tight that some air cant move around even though the cover is on. ------------- Dane and Donna Smith 2011 RP-172 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer 4X4 lift kit prodigy wireless brake controller |
Posted By: ANGCHIEF
Date Posted: 13 Dec 2013 at 3:55pm
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We purchased the Model 2 cover for our 2014 R Pod as it stated it would fit our 18 ft. R Pod (cover purchased through Amazon). Cover came right away at a great price, but they measure from the ball to the rear of the R Pod. No way could we get it to fit. Called Classic from the storage yard and they said we needed model 3 instead, which covers 20 ft. So going to return the short one and place an order for the larger model 3. Why do they include the footage in the trailer tongue if the cover isn't going to cover the tongue??? Does this make sense to anyone else???? Wanted to get the cover on before the big snow tonight!! ------------- Jan and Dean 2014 178 |
Posted By: fwunder
Date Posted: 13 Dec 2013 at 4:35pm
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Hi ANGCHIEF, You may wish to review this thread: http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4245&title=classic-accessories-178-cover - http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=4245&title=classic-accessories-178-cover fred
------------- 2014 RPod 178 => https://goo.gl/CV446f - MyMods and Buying Habits 2008 4Runner Limited 4.0-liter V6 Yes, those are wild ponies dining on grass while dumping tanks! |
Posted By: GA_RPOD_178
Date Posted: 13 Dec 2013 at 5:08pm
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No problem whatsoever with the FR cover for the 178. Easy on, easy off.
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Posted By: kymooses
Date Posted: 13 Dec 2013 at 7:18pm
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Posted By: ANGCHIEF
Date Posted: 13 Dec 2013 at 11:30pm
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Looks great - we found out from Amazon that we can return the cover and order the 20 ft. size. Hoped to get it covered before our big snowfall this weekend but guess not! Trying to get that one on today was like trying to squeeze into too small panty hose - just no way!!!
------------- Jan and Dean 2014 178 |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 14 Dec 2013 at 4:19pm
I hate trying to squeeze into tight panty-hose. 
------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual
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Posted By: ANGCHIEF
Date Posted: 14 Dec 2013 at 5:07pm
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That control top models are tough!!
------------- Jan and Dean 2014 178 |
Posted By: Keith-N-Dar
Date Posted: 15 Dec 2013 at 8:37am
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I would say!
------------- Keith-N-Dar Boris & Betty (Boston Terriers) 2011 R-Pod 177 2010 Ford F-150 |