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10-11-2021, 03:58 PM #11
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Last year we purchased the FMCA road atlas to use with our long range travels. It notes truck stops in and around the route that you are taking. We also used Google search to find gas/diesel stations that had truck stop areas.
I will use the truck stop diesel pumps if possible. Had many truckers help me when I had a problem with the pump and walk around the trailer with me while checking the tires. Just remember those pumps are set for big rigs and not a 3500, so don't leave the pump or you'll have diesel fuel running all over the place which will slow everything down while they have to do a fuel clean-up. You will not be a popular guy!
If there was a truck behind me and I had to go in to pre-pay I always told him/her what I was having to do. This way they don't think that I'm going in to shop/restroom break or something else. I did get a pilot card before our last trip and it was much easier. I have tried to use my bank debit card but some truck pumps will not accept it. Haven't had a problem with VISA or Discover card.Les and Sharon Bevil
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10-11-2021, 04:22 PM #12
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JMO, but if you're planning on covering fairly large miles, invest in an auxiliary fuel tank. Makes those stops at truck stops a thing of the past. Now you can stop at rest areas, city parks, and other much more pleasant areas.
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10-16-2021, 02:37 PM #13
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While I am not travelling a lot right now, when I had my diesel Class A, I used this web site to check on truck stops. While it has a trip planning function, we used others to actually plan the route. Once we had the route, we plugged it into here to find the actual truck stops. This sites main advantage is that it shows the Google Earth view of all the truck stops. Easy to decide if you can make it or not.
http://www.findfuelstops.comLast edited by Rockhound 7; 10-16-2021 at 02:40 PM.
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10-17-2021, 08:25 AM #14
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10-17-2021, 09:54 AM #15
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I find this comment regarding the fuel stops very interesting, as we’ve tried in the past to use the diesel fueling stations, but we found that nozzle was bigger than the tank filler. We’ve never been able to use them in Canada.
I will have to try next trip south!
PMRob+Kath
I will mostly echo Steven@147,....
1) When refueling, it is common or taboo to pull into the truck fueling pumps at truck stops? I see this as an easier option for refueling a diesel than pulling a 35’ trailer into the regular auto pumps.
When hitched or if I need DEF, I always use the Truck Lanes/Pumps. Follow the rules and fill/move forward. Never had a problem. A few truckers have approached me to see if I need help, even though I am not having a problem or moving slow. I think they are trying to be pre-emptive and keep me moving. I get it and have no problem with others trying to get their job done. The other drivers have always been courteous and so am I. There are a couple of You-Tube videos out there that will be very helpful on RV's in the Truck Stop.
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10-17-2021, 10:11 AM #16
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What is a "harvest host" site?
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10-17-2021, 12:03 PM #17
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Harvest Host is an organization that people can sign up for to allow RVers to camp at different kinds of facilities over night. Some are winery's, some are farms or ranches, some are old air forces bases. We recently stayed over night at a farm in Paris Kentucky. They even had water and 50 amp power but not all Harvest Hosts sites have that kind of amenities. Do a search for Harvest Hosts and you'll get the scoop.
We pay $5 per month as members, then we can search their web site or phone app of Harvest Hosts sites for stop overs while traveling. Once a member then an overnight at a site is free boondocking, at this farm in Paris we paid $20 for overnight for the power and water. It was a very nice place.Last edited by Steven@147; 10-17-2021 at 12:15 PM.
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10-17-2021, 03:14 PM #18
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I have the exact RV as you....just got a trucker's fuel card (EFS) after a fellow RV forum recommendation and downloaded the TSD Open Roads app. Just did 9 hours driving yesterday, used card first time. LOVE using the spacious trucker pump areas, with high flow diesel pumps. Now I can:
1) pay at the truck lane pump instead of going in
2) get 10-30 cents off per gallon at many stops (Loves, TA, etc)
3) App shows truckers fuel stops on app in your area, discounted price. They are all truck stops.
4) will cover DEF
Yesterday fueled three times, each was a 5 min ordeal max.
Tip....high flow nozzle a little tight, and cuts off frequently. I squeeze half way on handle to prevent at expense of slower flow.
Anyway, never will look back.
Question to group as i have not tried....DEF nozzle will fit ok (have Ram 2500)?
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10-17-2021, 03:35 PM #19
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10-18-2021, 08:34 AM #20
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Is the EFS truckers fuel card part of the TSD open roads app?
Answered my own question...
I did find this online...
https://www.maxtruckers.com/best-fue...tors-truckers/
https://www.tsdlogistics.com/services/fuel-program/Last edited by krsmitty; 10-18-2021 at 08:51 AM.
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