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JeepPod
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Posted: 18 Feb 2010 at 11:26am |
Has anyone added a flag pole to thier pod?
I was thinking of doing this before the spring podding season.
Anyone have any photos of this mod that they could share?
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2008 Jeep Wrangler JK
2001 Ford Expedition-Tow Vehicle 2010 Model 172 R-Pod |
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Larry
Senior Member Joined: 22 Jan 2010 Location: Fairfield, CA Status: Offline Points: 344 |
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I added a flag pole to the front of my 171 but I don’t have a picture to show you just yet because my pod is at a dealership for mods until February 27th; at which time I’ll post a couple of dozen pictures here showing all of my mods and accessories. Basically I glued (Gorilla Glue) a flag pole holder to the front upper curve of my pod, right over the battery box, so that I can stick a flag pole in there. I remove the flag when I’m towing; it’s just for when I’m camping. As a military veteran I also had a flag pole holder attached to my previous camper, but the flag pole holder can also be used for balloons, wind gizmos, etc.
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JeepPod
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Thanks, Larry!
Hadn't thought of the Gorilla Glue idea!
Would love to see photos of your other mods too when you get the pod back!
Lisa
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2001 Ford Expedition-Tow Vehicle 2010 Model 172 R-Pod |
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Larry
Senior Member Joined: 22 Jan 2010 Location: Fairfield, CA Status: Offline Points: 344 |
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Sandpiper sent me a message which I think deserves public attention regarding attaching a flag pole holder to the hull of your pod. The force of a good wind can tear at the pod’s hull when a flag is attached and damage your pod. I am re-thinking where else I might attach a flag pole holder so as not to cause any potential damage. Sandpiper suggested the tongue. I would think that the back bumper might also be more preferable. Although these sites might require buying a vertical holder or a flag with a longer staff (pole). Just thought I’d mention this; thanks to Sandpiper, because it is a valid point to consider when attaching a flag to your pod. |
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JeepPod
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I have seen a few on web sites that fit underneath your pod tires and also one that fits in your tow hitch. They are really neat, but sort of pricey - unless you can weld!
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2008 Jeep Wrangler JK
2001 Ford Expedition-Tow Vehicle 2010 Model 172 R-Pod |
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WE-2
Newbie Joined: 07 Dec 2009 Location: Hampton, VA Status: Offline Points: 37 |
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I have seen them made from a piece of PVC drilled for a U bolt the size of the tongue tubing.
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Dick & Kyra
2010 174 L'il B'ger 09 Dakota 4.7L Hampton, Va. |
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Larry
Senior Member Joined: 22 Jan 2010 Location: Fairfield, CA Status: Offline Points: 344 |
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Another idea is using duct tape to tape a flag pole with attached flag to the extended hand-rail located at the pod’s door. Taping it to the hand-rail would allow you to remove it when towing and also when you wanted to use your R-Dome. I don’t think I’ll be attaching my flag anywhere on the hull of the pod as earlier explained. I will either anchor my flag to the hand-raile or tongue.
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Mrs. 'Piper
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Found this for $24.95 that mount on your trailer tongue frame.......no welding or drilling required.
http://www.toyboxcovers.com/frame-mount-16-foot-c-669-p-2-pr-218.html And one that mounts to a 4" bumper. http://www.toyboxcovers.com/bumper-mount-16-foot-c-669-p-1-pr-219.html They both are for this company's 16 ft. pole (1.63" opening) but they both have options for a 22 ft. pole (1.88" opening) Sorry, I can never remember how to make it so you can click on this and go right to the link. |
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Mrs. 'Piper (Anne)
Sandpiper (Carroll) RPOD 177 Site #196 2011 Eastern Roundup |
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Stan and Linda Irvin
Groupie Joined: 08 Mar 2009 Location: Beavercreek, Oh Status: Offline Points: 54 |
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www.polesandholders.com is a very good resource for a flag geek. Lights, poles, flags and all assc.
I used a 12' telescopic paint pole, 1" pvc pipe and a 6" beam clamp (square muffler clamp will do also). I fastened them to our frame next to the propane tank. Add a small pulley to the tip, some rope and you have a cheap flag pole.
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Stan and Linda
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