Newbie Questions that scare him
As a first time RV here, going full time, in a 2002 Newmar Dutch star 40 foot diesel, 50k miles, there are things that I just don't understand yet and SCARE THE HECK OUT OF ME. 1) Just how often do...
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Did you have a qualified inspector or RV repair person inspect your RV prior to purchase? Sometime they can spot trouble before it happens. You might want to take your RV to a Cummins or Cat shop (depending on engine make) and have them check out the engine and transmission. Have you looked at the DOT date code on your tires? After about seven years or so you should be watchful of their condition.
Get a roadside assistance plan such as Good Sam Emergency Roadside Assistance or Coach Net. That will cover you in case you need to be towed. I think many of us have needed this kind of help at some point in our RVing life.
The diesel folks on here can help you with repair costs. Our coach is gas so I have no experience there except for owning a diesel pickup when we had a 5th wheel.
Tires? A set of new Michelins (6) will run north of $2,500 depending on place of purchase. Family Motor Coach Association membership qualifies you for a nice Michelin discount.
Wait times do vary but not all are the horror stories posted on here. If a repair shop has the parts then you could be in and out the same day as your appointment. Many repairs do take more time or because parts are not stocked. RVs under factory warranty can take longer because of the approvals required before a shop can proceed with your repair. You will not face that issue.
Try to relax and enjoy RVing. Things do and will happen but sitting and worrying if and when does not make for a happy camper.
Get a roadside assistance plan such as Good Sam Emergency Roadside Assistance or Coach Net. That will cover you in case you need to be towed. I think many of us have needed this kind of help at some point in our RVing life.
The diesel folks on here can help you with repair costs. Our coach is gas so I have no experience there except for owning a diesel pickup when we had a 5th wheel.
Tires? A set of new Michelins (6) will run north of $2,500 depending on place of purchase. Family Motor Coach Association membership qualifies you for a nice Michelin discount.
Wait times do vary but not all are the horror stories posted on here. If a repair shop has the parts then you could be in and out the same day as your appointment. Many repairs do take more time or because parts are not stocked. RVs under factory warranty can take longer because of the approvals required before a shop can proceed with your repair. You will not face that issue.
Try to relax and enjoy RVing. Things do and will happen but sitting and worrying if and when does not make for a happy camper.
