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WTD44
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Oct 19, 2014

"Show stopper" road probems

When I was younger we traveled all over the lower 48 and never gave breakdowns a thought, just fixed them and kept going. Now that I am an old geezer and can't do the stuff I used to do, we are somewhat hesitant to just take off and go where ever.

And, mo-ho's are so much more complex now, that finding a competent repair person in The Middle Of No-where is hard to do. So, we stick to traveling fairly close to home and in areas where we know of good RV shops. This has become a bit boring as we would still like to strike out for "parts unknown"

What do others do to overcome the fear of break-downs where there is no help available.
  • there is nothing on your motor home that is not on any other vehicle on the road. Only thing different on a MO HO is access to components.
    Just maintain it like any other vehicle. Before you head out check brakes tires fan belts etc.
    Any time you are out of town it is roll of the dice on quality and honesty of service you are going to find. A big fancy sign or a corporate chain on a garage only means that the owner can afford the franchise fees,nothing more.
    Get going and enjoy yourself.
  • Well, I'm only 65 so I'm not eligible for geezerhood yet but I don't worry about it. Rarely are you totally out of touch, what with cell phones and such.

    And if you do find yourself in such a state, well that's life. You do what you can and prepare, but sometimes stuff just happens. Worry won't stop it so it's best to just get on with life.