R-Pod Window, Don't break it!

JohnnyHornsby · 08-30-2019, 12:41 PM

We purchased a 2019 R-Pod 180. Got locked out and had to break a window to get in. IT TAKES A MONTH TO GET A NEW WINDOW!!!!!
Very Unreasonable!
Johnny Hornsby

Mountndream · 08-30-2019, 12:45 PM

since almost every camper is keyed the same, the moral or the story should be, ask a Friend for their keys. its cheaper and doesn't take a month

upflying · 08-30-2019, 03:21 PM

If you didn't lock the deadbolt, a CH751 will get you back in the RV. It's the same key that fits your storage compartments and all the other RV's..

mjones12 · 08-31-2019, 05:46 AM

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Originally Posted by upflying

If you didn't lock the deadbolt, a CH751 will get you back in the RV. It's the same key that fits your storage compartments and all the other RV's..

Not always. The only thing the ch751 opens on my trailer is the outdoor shower door.

The storage compartment doors are also keyed differently. And even if you COULD get in them, there is no access into the camper from there. No access through under-bed storage, like some.

This is a garden-variety 28-foot Coachmen trailer.

Jfkmk · 08-31-2019, 06:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by upflying

If you didn't lock the deadbolt, a CH751 will get you back in the RV. It's the same key that fits your storage compartments and all the other RV's..

The dead bolt on my tt is the same key as the door lock, not a CH751. No access to the trailer from outside storage either.

That being said, I think breaking a window would be my last approach. Roadside assistance, locksmith, etc. would have been tried first. Also, whenever we travel, my wife carries the extra keys.

Walholler · 08-31-2019, 01:41 PM

Why would anyone go to a RV dealer for a new window, I would go to a local glass company, have a new window cut to fit and installed. That would take a half of a day not a month and most likely a lot cheaper than the RV dealer is going to charge you.

FleckDreher · 08-31-2019, 01:51 PM

Don't break a window, get a Magnetic Key Safe and put a spare key in it.

Attach it to the frame in an unobtrusive spot.

CaptnJohn · 08-31-2019, 04:14 PM

I keep spare keys for everything in my truck. Ford so with the door key panel you can still get into the truck.
Never tried but heard of spare vehicle keys are at home someone there can push the open button over cell phone and it will open.

mnoland30 · 08-31-2019, 05:59 PM

I believe vehicles are required to have tempered glass. My understanding is that means it has to be cut to size before it is tempered. That is why you see so many pickup toppers with plywood for a back window.

X2 on the spare key.

**KyDan** · 08-31-2019, 06:06 PM

Go to home depot and get a piece of lexan.

larry2c · 08-31-2019, 06:11 PM

The OP didn't say what window he broke but if it was the door window, you could order a new glass on Amazon (or Etrailer, etc.) and have it in 2 days.

ncebeemer · 08-31-2019, 06:28 PM

I have to use a key to lock (unlock) my Rockwood 2715vs. How did you lock yourself out?

Harvey9 · 09-01-2019, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by ncebeemer

I have to use a key to lock (unlock) my Rockwood 2715vs. How did you lock yourself out?

Perhaps he lost the keys after locking it up.

Mr. October · 09-03-2019, 03:08 AM

A month is about what I'd expect. They aren't making a bunch of extra windows in case someone forgets their key.

FCFR3762 · 09-03-2019, 04:19 AM

Got locked out of our camper while camping in PA while we were newbies. Wind blew the door closed and somehow it locked itself. Tried unsuccessfully to borrow a key from some other people in the campground- it wasn’t keyed the same. Ended up driving a screwdriver through the lock mechanism as I figured this was the easiest thing to replace. Ordered a new lock on Amazon and it was waiting for us when we got home. Lesson learned- always keep a spare key in my truck now.

https://www.amazon.com/Travel-Traile...gateway&sr=8-1

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