Which Thule HideAway Awning for R-Pod 172 Camper

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I am curious if I can mount a Thule Hideaway 8.5x6.5 on the side of my R-pod 172? If yes, are there things I would need to be careful of? Thank you,

asked by: Christopher A

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The correct Thule Hideaway awning for attaching to the side of a camper like your R-Pod 172 would be the part # TH490018 as this is the direct mount version that you'd use for the side of a camper like yours. There isn't anything you'd really need to be careful of. Just follow the install instructions and take your time and you'll be totally fine.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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The Thule HideAway Awning - Direct Mount - Waterproof - 80 sq ft #TH490011 will mount directly to the side of your 2015 Forest River R-Pod trailer with the included mounting brackets and hardware. It will require drilling directly into a stud/support…

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The Pollak Heavy Duty 7-Way part #PK11720 that you referenced is a heavy duty style 7-way. If you check out the attached diagram you'll see how it should be wired.

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When wiring a trailer connector, it is best to wire by function, as wire colors can vary. We have an excellent wiring diagram on our website, I will provide you a link so you can look at it. If you are looking at the inside of the trailer connector…

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The correct Thule Hideaway awning for attaching to the side of a camper like your R-Pod 177 would be the part #TH490018 as this is the direct mount version that you'd use for the side of a camper like yours.

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I believe you are asking about the D-shaped pin that the Replacement Aluminum Gearbox #LG-179015 accepts, and that is not something that is available separately. This gearbox will work with most landing gear, though it would need to have that pin on…

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For your Forest River RPod 171, I recommend using the: -Thule HideAway Awning #TH490011. This awning will bolt directly to the side of your sidewall on your trailer, and measures 9'10" long and is 8' wide.

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Thank you for the photo; I cannot confirm for you what rail is already on your 2019 R-Pod and its compatibility with the Solera 8' Slider (Slide-Topper) in Black w/ Black Hardware #LCV000168106, though chances are it won't be an issue. At…

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Hey William, What is the year of your Ford E-350? There might be a naked roof fit kit that can fit. If not you would need to go with the Rhino-Rack RTC-Style Roof Rack Tracks - 55" Long #RTC14 and rivet it to the roof. If needed you can cut the…

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Hello Chris, I have an excellent option for your Solis 59PX! Since your Solis 59PX is built on the Ram ProMaster 3500 chassis, you are going to want start with the Thule HideAway Awning 8' Long x 9' 10" Wide #TH490011, and it looks like…

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Answer 10

Hey Doug, That's a good question because fit is really important so the cover stays snug on your trailer, and there is a specific way to measure for the etrailer covers. It's pretty simple, and what you want to do is measure the body of the…

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