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10-07-2021, 09:40 AM #51
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Chad
2023 23LDE 965W Solar, Victron Multiplus, Solar Controllers, Cerbo GX, 4x280AH DIY Lithium Batteries, SeeLevel Tank Monitoring, Shock Absorbers (Replaced 2022 22MLE)
2022 F350 6.7L Superduty, Carbonized Gray, Ultimate Lariat Pkg, 4WD, Crew Cab, 160" Wheelbase, 3.55EL Rear End, 3566# Payload
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10-07-2021, 09:50 AM #52
Just my 2, maybe 3 cents.
I've had AAA for 20+ years, finally moved to Nationwide Insurance RA. In total had 5 times we needed it, only once (AAA) did the the towing service actually show up and that was in a parking garage in downtown Cleveland in the middle of the day. Four were with AAA and once with Nationwide. In general poor experiences across the board for the handful of times we needed it, however I've come to the realization how little control these RA programs have over the quality of service from the towing networks they affiliate themselves.They claim to provide a service, hwoever they are truly just outsourcing to everything from commercial towing companies to mom and pop operations. I've waited no less than 3 hours even in populated urban areas with overpromising reps and underdelivering towing services. Now throw in the labor shortage we're experiencing and I only pray we don't have a breakdown everytime we set out. About the only thing they're good for is if you run out of fuel ,maybe a tire change, if that is even in your plan. I guess what I'm saying is there is little correlation between a good or bad experience and the probability someone is going to show up next time when something happens regardless of the plan.2020 Grand Design Momentum 320G
2017 Ford F350 King Ranch 6.7 PSD Super Duty
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10-07-2021, 10:13 AM #53
Yes, they USED to be excellent!
If you need to arrange yourself, cell service is key. Outside of hauling spare two wheel transport in backup, your choices become planned routes with ETA and a network to initiate a welfare check should you not show or carry a satellite phone. When we travel the southwest, I choose the latter regardless. There are many levels of plans now and the cost not bank-breaking.
Beyond the contact, route planning helps because you not only map fuel stops but you should be mapping Emergency Care so add heavy tow companies. You definitely want to go right to a tow outfit that services HD trucks and equipment. You might not need a 50-ton rotator for rescue, but they'll have goose and 5th wheel capability.Rob & Nikki + Cloverfield
2020 Grand Design Solitude S-Class 3350RL
2015 RAM 3500 Longhorn Laramie Crew Cab, Long Bed, 4x4 Dually Cummins/AISIN
Mountains of Pennsylvania
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10-07-2021, 10:45 AM #54
Been there done that, got the Tshirt.
Our major breakdown was about 7 years ago on 90 in NY near Hamburg. Bad wheel bearing seal gave in and locked my my wheel to the hub. Real bad. Needed a new axle in the end. Called GoodSam. They said two hours. fine. Truck shows up. Guy says "I got bad news and good news...I can't tow your trailer, only vehicles..however I do know how to wedge a 2x4 in the axle to limp you to the exit with just 3 wheels on the road. Also. CampingWorld at next exit". So. yes, make sure they can tow you.2020 Grand Design Momentum 320G
2017 Ford F350 King Ranch 6.7 PSD Super Duty
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10-07-2021, 10:59 AM #55
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Similar here but with a flat tire on our boat trailer. We made the call, and gave all the necessary information and was told they would call back. 55 minutes later they said they found a truck to change the flat, but it was approximately a 2 hour wait. Needless to say I ended up doing it myself. But from what I understand this is the norm not the exception.
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10-07-2021, 02:50 PM #56
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Since I have GS for RA and insurance, who do you all recommend for full coverage/full replacement insurance.
Curtis, Christine, Cole, and Charlotte
2007 Chevrolet Silverado Duramax LBZ, CCLB
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10-07-2021, 07:08 PM #57
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It's a shame so many of you have unacceptable service from your RA. Like I stated earlier in this thread I've had AAA years ago and back then they were too expensive for a family with 3 teenage drivers. GS RA covers you, your wife, your teenage kids in any vehicle you own or are a passenger in... AAA never did that! We've used our GS RA many many times over the last 15 + years with very satisfactory results. Towing, flat tires, gas... you name it we've experienced them all. On occasion the GS dispatchers have told us we could only get towed to a certain location but I learned early on that when the driver gets there they take your vehicle wherever you want... within reason. It took 4 hrs to get my previous TT and truck towed to a Camping world in Georgia but that was only because the first truck wasn't low enough so they called for a second lowboy trailer.... and towed my truck & trailer when I needed my axle replaced.
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Bill & Colleen ~ Schwenksville, Pa
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10-07-2021, 08:32 PM #58
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FMCA covers all vehicles and all members of family in RS membership fee. Also be aware AAA varies around the country. Each state or regional office coverage can be different. That was the explanation when I called to get information. Rep told me service could (and probably would) be different from what I was looking at. FMCA coverage is from a national company and word of mouth (from people who have used it, I haven't needed it), people who have used have been satisfied.
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Amateur Radio Call N9XGZ FMCA#489460 Escapees SKP#166379
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10-07-2021, 08:59 PM #59
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I have had Good Sam RA for 10 years and just used it for the first time a couple of weeks ago. We were headed up to WV on vacation on a Sunday afternoon and my left rear tire shredded on my truck. I changed it myself. Tried to find a place to buy tires on a Sunday afternoon to no avail. Decided we would get to our destination and get tires on Monday. 70 miles up the road right rear blew. Now no spare so I called Good Sam. It took a couple of hours for a wrecker to show up. When he got there he told me they got the call to tow my truck but not the camper. So I called GS again. Spoke to a different agent and she said the first person didn't enter it properly. The first person had it set up to tow us to a nearby Walmart with a service center but didn't get permission from the store manager to leave our camper there. They gave the wrecker company authorization to tow the camper so the owner brought his dually to pull our camper. We had our dog so he was not allowed to ride in the wrecker or dually. He had to ride in my truck while my wife and I rode in the dually. I can't say enough good things about the wrecker company. The owner called a local campground where he knew the owner and got us a spot for the night. He carried us and the camper to the campground. The wrecker driver came to the campground and lowered my truck down off the rollback so we could get our dog. He then took my truck to a local tire store that they recommended. They even said if the tire store couldn't come get me to take me back to get my truck to call him and he would give me a ride at no charge.
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10-08-2021, 04:42 AM #60
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Now that's service!
2018 Dodge 3500 6.7 Cummins SRW w/Aisin
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