BOUGHT: RPOD 179
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Topic: BOUGHT: RPOD 179
Posted By: twday66
Subject: BOUGHT: RPOD 179
Date Posted: 13 Feb 2015 at 11:58pm
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BOUGHT A USED 179 7/29/2015 Thanks for all of the advice and help from everyone on this list. We bought a beautiful camper this week and we're officially off off the market and on the road! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Now, we're about to sell our old house and would like to spend a little of the money from that place on an RPOD 179 or equivalent. By "equivalent," I mean a camper (preferably an RPOD) with the 179's layout. There will only be two of us traveling in the camper, so bunkbeds, a second bed, etc is a waste of time for us. The 179 is the perfect layout for us and we're going to be seriously hunting for one in good shape for a reasonable price in a few weeks. Any hot tips would be greatly appreciated. thanks,  Tom Day ------------- 2014 R-POD 179 Nissan Frontier SE Supercab 4L 6-cyl, manual transmission Yamaha WR250X & Suzuki V-Strom Kayaks, canoes, bicycles, guitars, and a mobile recording rig all have to fit somewhere. |
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Posted By: furpod
Date Posted: 14 Feb 2015 at 8:45am
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179 is the newest floor plan, finding one "used and at a good price" is doubtful, but anything is possible. I would honestly suggest you look for a new one, will be easier to find, and probably can be bought at the right place for less than what many owners need out of a used one to clear their loans.. Most manufacturers have at least one model in the 20 foot range with the same basic floor plan.. In case you don't find a pod. ------------- |
Posted By: jan demarinis
Date Posted: 14 Feb 2015 at 10:08am
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I will be selling my 2014 178 HRE with lots of upgrades/extras. It is in Albuquerque. Asking $15 firm. ------------- 2014 178 HRE The Podyssey 2013 BMW X3 35i Prodigy RF Brake Controller |
Posted By: twday66
Date Posted: 14 Feb 2015 at 12:31pm
| The big key for us is the front or rear kitchen with a bed for two. I think there was an older model that also offered this feature and I just missed one in the local Craig's List. Since it's gone and I wasn't smart enough to note the model, I'm sort of stuck with the 179 designation until I have more info. What I particularly liked about the 179 and that older model was that the slideout was on the couch, not the kitchen along with the general layout. |
Posted By: retireclose
Date Posted: 14 Feb 2015 at 1:07pm
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twday66, I have an early model 2015 R-Pod 179 that we are looking to sell. I sent you a private message. ------------- Gary and Jill Winters Bella Golden Retriever 2014 Silverado 1500 2015 R-Pod 179 -(SOLD) 
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Posted By: jkschmidt
Date Posted: 23 Feb 2015 at 11:30am
| I have an 2011 RPOD 172 for sale in Butte, MT |
Posted By: twday66
Date Posted: 23 Feb 2015 at 2:09pm
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Thanks, JKSchmidt. It looks like we've narrowed the R-Pods that will work for us to the 179 and 175 models. We're just a pair of old people looking for as much efficiency as possible. No need for 4 beds.
------------- 2014 R-POD 179 Nissan Frontier SE Supercab 4L 6-cyl, manual transmission Yamaha WR250X & Suzuki V-Strom Kayaks, canoes, bicycles, guitars, and a mobile recording rig all have to fit somewhere. |
Posted By: jkschmidt
Date Posted: 23 Feb 2015 at 3:36pm
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Thanks for the response. You might want to look at the 172. Even though it has bunkbeads, I cut the top bunk back to make a shelf, so if you are regular sized people, it would work for you. Mine has the mid bathroom/kitchen, with the rear dinette that is quite comfortable with windows. Just an option to look at. Thanks, Jackie
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Posted By: Doll House Two
Date Posted: 15 May 2015 at 4:02pm
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Are you still looking for an RP179. I have a 2015 model, less than a year old. May wish to sell . Love the camper; it is for personal reasons. Would be asking in region of $15, 500. Location Florida |
Posted By: twday66
Date Posted: 18 May 2015 at 6:39pm
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I am definitely looking for a 175 or 179. You are probably out of our price range, since I've found new 179s at local and other Midwest dealers for $14k. ------------- 2014 R-POD 179 Nissan Frontier SE Supercab 4L 6-cyl, manual transmission Yamaha WR250X & Suzuki V-Strom Kayaks, canoes, bicycles, guitars, and a mobile recording rig all have to fit somewhere. |
Posted By: retireclose
Date Posted: 19 May 2015 at 8:12am
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twday66, Just a thought. You should check your local dealers for how much the destination and prep charges are. These costs can add up to over $2,000. ------------- Gary and Jill Winters Bella Golden Retriever 2014 Silverado 1500 2015 R-Pod 179 -(SOLD)
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Posted By: ksteig
Date Posted: 01 Jun 2015 at 7:37pm
| I have a 2010 175 for sale. It has the loveseat that bumps out. It includes the custom cover, R-dome,and microwave/convection oven. We are located in northern Wisconsin. We only used our camper 3 times, it is in very good condition. We bought it in 2011 from a couple who only used it a few times and decided to go bigger. We are asking 9,500, but I would sell for less to someone on this forum. Selling due to health reasons. |
Posted By: twday66
Date Posted: 01 Jun 2015 at 9:44pm
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ksteig, I sent you a private message, but since the editor fools me occasionally I thought I'd duplicate the information here. We're not that far from you, in southeast Minnesota. It would be fairly easy for us to visit during the week sometime soon, if that works for you. I work weekends, so Saturday and Sunday is pretty used up for me. T.W. Day ------------- 2014 R-POD 179 Nissan Frontier SE Supercab 4L 6-cyl, manual transmission Yamaha WR250X & Suzuki V-Strom Kayaks, canoes, bicycles, guitars, and a mobile recording rig all have to fit somewhere. |
Posted By: ksteig
Date Posted: 02 Jun 2015 at 3:47pm
| If you check Craigslist Northern Wisconsin you can see pics and obtain information. We are located in Tomahawk WI. I do have someone coming to look at it. |
Posted By: LLSJKS49684
Date Posted: 21 Jun 2015 at 11:55am
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Have you found a unit yet? We are located in Traverse City. Here is a copy of the ad I am just writing. Pictures will be available soon if you are interested. Your gain our loss!
Here we are with two RVs. For
sale our 2015 Forest River Rpod 179. In
new condition as it has only been used twice.
We loved this unit and hate to see it go. It is loaded with all the options: 13.5K AC, Convection Oven, LCD Flat Screen
TV, R dome awning with screen room plus Axle risers. You could add a bike carrier but that
replaces the spare tire holder. Three
custom items added: under carriage sewer hose holder, second propane tank and
second battery. On the media side it comes with a AM/FM audio system with blue tooth, CD, DVD, USB inputs and outside speaker. It has a TV antenna with booster. Other nice features are Nitrogen filled tires and an outside shower. It is also Solar ready. The unit is light weight and easy to tow. It is ready to hit the road…contact 231-357-2212 This unit is a bargain at $14,500. My direct email is LLSJKS@GMAIL.COM PHONE: 231.357.2212 ------------- Larry and Jan 179 2015 2005 Silverado 2500HD Diesel |
Posted By: ksteig
Date Posted: 21 Jun 2015 at 12:41pm
| Sold |
Posted By: AdventuRPOD
Date Posted: 21 Jun 2015 at 3:37pm
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Hey twday66, I just posted our 1 year old RPOD 179 today. Check out the pics and details on my web site pictures at:
http://skumriders.com/RPOD179.html or email Charlie ( Lexington, KY ) at uglygs@yahoo.com Your situation sounds like ours exactly. Just 2 of us, needing comfort and convenience for 2. I can talk with you also about a mod that I have and did not include in the pics. Instead of "uncomfortable" dining booth seats, I have lightweight "bucket seats" from a hot rod that I have. They fit on the pedestals where the slideout rests when in. They are great. Also have made the bed very comfortable now too, as well as the TV viewing. Unfortunately I need to take my BMW motorcycle along and loading it into the pickup is not an option ( knee replacement, etc.)Thus I need a toy hauler. Hope I can help you even if you buy that new one...I may be able to beat that deal...but it sounds good for a new one, couldn't blame you? ------------- The Journey Never Ends ! Brenda & Charlie 1990 BMW Paris-Dakar GSPD 1941 Ford Coupe 2014 RPOD 179 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 5.3V8 TV |
Posted By: Plantguy
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2015 at 11:11am
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I enjoyed your comments. I am looking for a tilt TV holder. Will you send me the name/ specs on the one you bought? Thanks, Ken ------------- Life is too important to be taken seriously!i |
Posted By: AdventuRPOD
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2015 at 5:21pm
I got this tilt/adjuster thru Amazon for @ $13.00. It sandwiches between the RPOD179 TV and the original swing out bracket. No need to re-attach anything to the flimsy walls of the RPOD. I removed the TV from it's bracket and mounted this simple bracket to the back of the TV and then mounted the bracket to the original swingout arm of the RPOD. I think I had to make a paper template and drill a couple of holes in the bracket (very simple) to make this work. It tilts down @ 15 degrees and is adjustable. Works great with minimal work. Monoprice Adjustable Tilting Wall Mount Bracket for LCD LED Plasma (Max 30Lbs, 10~26inch) $12.90 with free shipping. (google it) or http://www.amazon.com/Monoprice-Adjustable-Tilting-Bracket-10~26inch/dp/B0069LPT0A/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1435699112&sr=8-1&keywords=Monoprice+Adjustable+Tilting+Wall+Mount+Bracket+for+LCD+LED+Plasma+%28Max+30Lbs%2C+10%7E26inch%29 Hope this helps you. ------------- The Journey Never Ends ! Brenda & Charlie 1990 BMW Paris-Dakar GSPD 1941 Ford Coupe 2014 RPOD 179 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 5.3V8 TV |
Posted By: Plantguy
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2015 at 12:05am
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I found that swing arm and ordered it. Thanks.
------------- Life is too important to be taken seriously!i |
Posted By: twday66
Date Posted: 31 Jul 2015 at 10:14pm
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Charlie, Timing is, as always, everything. Somehow I missed your note and we've been up to our necks in work on our new home in Red Wing, MN all summer. We just lucked into a 179 from a local seller and they brought it by for us today. Hope you had some luck with the toy hauler? I'm still planning on loading my bike into the pickup, but it's about 1/2 of your motorcycle (Yamaha WR250X). I'm pretty sure I wouldn't be able to load a BMW of any sort into the back of our Nissan pickup. I'd love to see some pictures of your seating arrangement and hear what you did to make the bed more comfortable. Take care, Tom Day ------------- 2014 R-POD 179 Nissan Frontier SE Supercab 4L 6-cyl, manual transmission Yamaha WR250X & Suzuki V-Strom Kayaks, canoes, bicycles, guitars, and a mobile recording rig all have to fit somewhere. |
Posted By: Plantguy
Date Posted: 01 Aug 2015 at 11:55am
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E3" memory foam from Costco. Like sleeping on a cloud! ------------- Life is too important to be taken seriously!i |
Posted By: mcclurey
Date Posted: 28 Aug 2015 at 12:26am
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Just received my tilt bracket and installed this evening. What a great difference. I can now watch the flat screen TV while laying in bed. Thanks for the recommendation! ------------- Missouri Matt |
Posted By: Plantguy
Date Posted: 08 Sep 2015 at 3:33pm
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The tilt I purchased was to small. Which one/where did you buy. Thanks in advance. Ken ------------- Life is too important to be taken seriously!i |
Posted By: kindell
Date Posted: 09 Sep 2015 at 4:29am
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We just added the 3" Memory Gel Foam mattress topper to our bed in our 179. Just 3" but made a world of difference. Also bought ours from COSTCO for $158.00. ------------- Art & Kindell Cooper the Super Dog 2017 Keystone Bullet 265 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1/2 ton Former 2015 RPod 179 |
Posted By: mcclurey
Date Posted: 09 Sep 2015 at 9:11am
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You have to drill some holes in your TV swing arm brlacket. This is the one I bought that was suggested on another thread.
http://www.amazon.com/Monoprice-Adjustable-Tilting-Bracket-10~26inch/dp/B0069LPT0A/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1435699112&sr=8-1&keywords=Monoprice+Adjustable+Tilting+Wall+Mount+Bracket+for+LCD+LED+Plasma+%28Max+30Lbs%2C+10%7E26inch%29 ------------- Missouri Matt |